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Clean the World in Housekeeping Today UK: Housekeepers as Unsung Sustainability Heroes

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Housekeeper refilling hotel soap dispensers as part of Clean the World’s Global Recycling Programme, promoting sustainability and reducing plastic waste in hospitality.

In the November/December 2025 issue of Housekeeping Today UK, Clean the World founder Shawn Seipler spotlights a group of hospitality professionals who rarely get public recognition: hotel housekeepers. The feature, titled “Housekeepers: Unsung sustainability heroes,” explains that the people who make rooms spotless are also quietly delivering a more responsible future for hotels. They sort waste, recycle soap and amenity …

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HOSPACE 2025: From Talk to Action – Sustainability Can’t Be Sidelined

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Clean the World at HOSPACE 2025

Introduction: Clean the World at HOSPACE 2025 HOSPACE 2025 took place on 13 November 2025 at London’s Royal Lancaster Hotel – marking the 20th edition of the UK’s premier hospitality conference[1]. Organized by HOSPA (the Hospitality Professionals Association), this annual event gathers hotel industry leaders to discuss key trends in finance, technology, revenue management, sustainability, …

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Jenna Kim Jones Hosts Shawn Seipler on The Ripple Effect’s First Episode

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From a hotel room soap bar to a worldwide hygiene movement—hear the inspiring Clean the World origin story from founder Shawn Seipler on The Ripple Effect podcast.

Empowering the Hospitality Industry through Circular Economy Initiatives

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Hospitality industries across the globe are on the brink of a transformative shift. As the world moves closer to adopting sustainable practices, the focus has increasingly been on how industries can integrate circular economy principles. It was in this spirit that the recent session, organized by Replacer during Circular Economy Week by re London, aimed …

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Clean the World at the Independent Hotel Show London 2025

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Introduction The Independent Hotel Show London 2025 returned to Olympia on 6–7 October 2025, drawing independent hoteliers, suppliers and industry pioneers for two days of learning and networking. This year’s programme offered more than 45 expert‑led sessions covering everything from luxury design and artificial intelligence to operational efficiency and sustainability. Clean the World attended to continue its mission …

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Heroes of Hospitality: Celebrating a Month Honouring Housekeepers

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In September, Clean the World set out to shine a light on the true heartbeat of hospitality: housekeepers. Through our Heroes of Hospitality campaign, we invited our more than 8,000 hotel partners worldwide to share images and stories of their housekeeping teams—the people whose work sustains every guest experience, brand reputation, and act of sustainability. …

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Clean the World Celebrates Finalist Recognition at the National Sustainability Awards 2025

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Photo of Finalist Recognition at the National Sustainability Awards 2025

Clean the World recognised as a finalist in two categories at the National Sustainability Awards 2025 for its hospitality recycling program and Austin Eaton’s leadership in sustainable hospitality. Clean the World is proud to have been recognised as a finalist in two categories at the prestigious National Sustainability Awards 2025. Although we did not secure …

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Clean the World shortlisted for Circular Economy Award at Global Good Awards 2025

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Building on last year’s success Following our Silver Award win in 2024 for Waste Reduction and Minimisation, we are proud to share that Clean the World has been shortlisted in the Circular Economy category at the Global Good Awards 2025. The awards ceremony took place on 24 September 2025 at the renowned BMA House in …

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Passing the Buck: Who’s Really Responsible for Hotel Amenities?

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As the hospitality industry continues its drive towards more sustainable practices, one particular element remains under increasing scrutiny: the humble hotel bathroom amenity. Who is ultimately responsible for its lifecycle? asks Shawn Seipler, founder and CEO of global hygiene organisation Clean the World. For years, miniature toiletries have been a hallmark of the hotel experience—symbols of …

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Housekeeping Heroes: Celebrating the Heartbeat of Hospitality This September

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Every great guest experience begins long before check-in. It starts with the unseen yet essential work of housekeepers. They are the heartbeat of hospitality—the people whose dedication keeps hotels running, reputations intact, and guests returning again and again. At Clean the World, we believe sustainability and guest satisfaction both begin with the same people: the …

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Clean the World Shortlisted for Two National Sustainability Awards 2025

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Clean the World is proud to announce that we’ve been shortlisted in two categories at the National Sustainability Awards 2025, a prestigious annual celebration recognizing sustainability innovation and impact across the UK. Shortlisted Categories Circular and Recycling Program Award – Clean the World Rising Star – Austin Eaton, Head of Marketing, Clean the World / …

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Clean the World Shortlisted for Circular Economy Award at 2025 Global Good Awards

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We’re proud to share that Clean the World has been shortlisted for the Circular Economy Award at the 2025 Global Good Awards, taking place on Wednesday 24 September at BMA House in London. This nomination recognizes our mission to close the loop in hospitality, recycling discarded soap and plastic hotel amenities into hygiene kits distributed to …

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Clean the World: Global Commitment to Sustainability and Hygiene Access

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HMore recently published an article featuring Clean the World, where Manuel Rodriguez shares insights into the organization’s global mission to advance sustainability and support those in need. He explains how he and his team work to reduce waste streams from hotels and distribute essential hygiene products to vulnerable communities “It started as a simple idea …

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Rebranding Sustainability in the Hospitality Industry: Insights from IMEX Frankfurt 2025 By Clean the World

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At IMEX Frankfurt 2025, we had the privilege of discussing sustainability on the People and Planet Stage, with Tommie Eaton, our Ambassador for Clean the World in Europe, sharing his thoughts on how we communicate sustainability in the hospitality industry. The Challenge of Sustainability Fatigue One of the main issues Tommie addressed was sustainability fatigue, …

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Bairro Alto Hotel Lisbon Case Study: Clean the World’s Global Hospitality Recycling Program

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With over 1,860 hotel establishments, Portugal is undoubtedly a top destination for global travellers. In 2024 alone, the country welcomed more than 31 million tourists, accounting for over 80 million overnight stays (Portuguese Chamber). With such high visitor numbers comes a growing responsibility, especially for hotels, to manage waste sustainably. Did you know a 200-room, …

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Setting the Standard for Sustainability for Spanish Hotels: Hilton Diagonal Mar Barcelona | Partner Spotlight – May 2025

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In 2024, Spain recorded its eighth consecutive year of tourism growth, welcoming 94 million international visitors (source). This number is expected to rise even further in 2025 (source). The country now boasts 1,502,000 hotel beds across 14,130 hotels, with an average occupancy rate of 66% (source). In total, 363.6 million overnight stays were registered in …

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Clean the World Celebrates Four Major Wins at Greengage Sustainability Awards

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Clean the World is proud to announce a remarkable achievement at this year’s annual  Greengage Sustainability Awards, taking home four prestigious honors, including the highest accolade, Platinum, in three categories. The awards celebrate organizations and individuals making a real difference through the successful execution of sustainability initiatives across the events and hospitality industries. Clean the …

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Clean the World Wins Big at the 2025 Greengage Sustainability Awards

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 We’re thrilled to announce that Clean the World was recognized with three major awards at the prestigious 2025 Greengage Sustainability Awards, celebrating our global impact in recycling, social enterprise, and sustainability leadership. Held at the Platinum-certified ECOsmart venue BMA House in London, this year’s awards honoured 15 categories across sustainable travel, accommodation, events, and innovation. Clean …

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Hilton Sofia Joins Clean the World’s Global Hospitality Recycling Program in Sofia, Bulgaria

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Sustainable Hotels on the Rise in Europe Clean the World is proud to welcome Hilton Sofia to our Global Hospitality Recycling Program in Europe. The hotel is now part of Clean the World’s Bulk Amenity Program, responsibly managing their used plastic bottled amenity waste, helping to reduce plastic waste and support the circular economy.  Overview Located …

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Introducing Antonio Oropallo: New Sales Manager at Clean the World Europe

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We are delighted to welcome Antonio Oropallo to his new role as Sales Manager for Clean the World Europe and the UK. Antonio, who has been an integral part of the Clean the World team as a Customer Success Representative, brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to this new role. With his deep understanding of our …

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Clean the World’s Tommie Eaton Joins the National Sustainability Awards 2025 Judging Panel

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At Clean the World, we’re excited to share that Tommie Eaton, Director of Business Development for Europe and the UK, has been selected as a judge for the 2025 National Sustainability Awards. As a key advocate for sustainability, Tommie’s expertise will help highlight the most impactful innovations driving a more responsible future. Recognizing Sustainability Excellence …

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Clean the World welcomes PPHE Hotel Group to its Global Hospitality Recycling Program advancing hotel waste reduction

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How PPHE & Clean the World Are Redefining Hospitality Waste Global leader in environmental and social impact solutions, Clean the World, is proud to welcome PPHE Hotel Group (“PPHE” or “the Group”) to its Global Hospitality Recycling Program. To date, 17 of the Group’s hotels across the UK and Europe have joined Clean the World’s …

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Clean the World Shortlisted for Greengage Sustainability Awards 2025

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At Clean the World, our mission is to create a more sustainable and socially responsible world by recycling hotel soap and plastic bottled amenities to reduce waste and provide life-saving hygiene products to communities in need. Today, we’re proud to share that our work has been recognised at the Greengage Sustainability Awards 2025! We’re delighted …

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How Hotels Transform Plastic & Soap Waste into Global Impact | Clean the World

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Turning hotel plastic and soap waste into a force for good – but more must be done “It’s no secret that the scale of waste produced by the UK hospitality industry is staggering, but as more hotels join the fight against plastic and soap waste, the greater the positive impact on the environment and global …

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Preferred Hotels & Resorts: Long-term Partner of Clean the World – Expanding Impact of Partnership in Europe

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Clean the World’s Global Hospitality Recycling Program has been globally embraced by over 8,200 hotels since its inception in 2009. Their program has prevented over 12 million kilograms of waste from ending up in landfills, supported the donation of over 85 million bars of soap to communities in need across 127 countries, and reduced carbon …

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Clean the World Recognized in Sustainable Hotel News’ End-of-Year Insights

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Clean the World’s Austin Eaton, Head of Marketing for Clean the World Europe and UK, has been featured in Sustainable Hotel News’ end-of-year insights. This recognition highlights Clean the World UK’s continued efforts to drive key industry discussions, catalyse meaningful sustainability initiatives, and support the hotel industry’s journey towards more responsible practices. Expert Insight: Reflecting on …

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A Reflection on the Success of 2024 for Clean the World in Europe and the UK

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Clean the World Reflects on a Year of Recognition as Leaders in Sustainable Hospitality in the UK and Europe 2024 has been a landmark year for  Clean the World in the UK and Europe. The Europe and UK team has solidified its reputation as a leader in sustainability within the hospitality industry, driving critical conversations, inspiring …

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Shawn Seipler’s Clean the World Mission Spotlighted in Green Lodging News: From Hotel Waste to Global Change

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At Clean the World, we’re honored to share the journey of our founder and CEO, Shawn Seipler—a story recently spotlighted in Green Lodging News that began with a simple yet profound realization. Read the original article here. How It All Began In 2009, Shawn Seipler asked a question that would redefine sustainability: “What happens to the …

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Clean the World Delighted to be Involved in Recent UK Hospitality Sustainability Event hosted by Sustainable Hotel News’

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Clean the World was thrilled to be involved in the most recent event where industry leaders in UK hospitality came together in London to discuss the future of sustainability in hospitality. Hosted by Sustainable Hotel News’ Felicity Cousins and Esther Bell at Hyatt Place London City East, the event focused on the critical topic of circularity in the hospitality …

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Clean the World Celebrates a Record-Breaking Year in 2024

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As we wrap up 2024, Clean the World is thrilled to share some exciting milestones that highlight our hotel partners’ commitment to sustainability through our Global Hospitality Recycling Program . This year has been nothing short of extraordinary, showcasing our growth and the positive impact we can make together. Exciting Growth in Hotel Partnerships Our …

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How Clean the World’s Hospitality Recycling Program can Support Hospitality Businesses in Scope for EU’s New Corporate Sustainability Reporting (CSRD) Directive Regulations

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Introduction to CSDR The EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), effective from January 5, 2023, represents a significant step towards transparency in corporate practices, aligning with the European Green Deal’s 2050 climate-neutral goals. Useful sources: European Commission on Corporate Sustainability Reporting European Green Deal What is the CSR Directive? The CSRD builds upon the Non-Financial …

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Clean the World catches up with new Europe partner Six Senses Douro Valley

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This month Clean the World caught up with one of our Global Hospitality Recycling Program  partner Six Senses Douro Valley Portugal, to discuss all things sustainability and their reasons for joining Clean the World’s hospitality recycling program. First, a little about the fantastic hotel. Nestled in the heart of Portugal’s enchanting Douro Valley, Six Senses …

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The Hospitality Industry Must Step Up: A Call to Action for Sustainable Practices

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The hospitality industry stands at a critical juncture. While many sectors are making significant strides in implementing sustainable practices, our industry lags behind. This disparity was starkly highlighted at the recent Global Good Awards 2024, where Clean the World was one of only two hospitality businesses out of 64 recognised for ongoing sustainability efforts. The …

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