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

January 22, 2026 by Clean the World

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 …

Case Study: iQ Hotel Milano and Clean the World — Leading Sustainable Hospitality in Milan

January 26, 2026January 6, 2026 by Clean the World

“Joining Clean the World enabled us to significantly strengthen our impact and adopt a more structured approach to circularity and social responsibility. Today, we place even greater emphasis on responsible supply chains, and IQ Hotel Milano is personally committed to promoting workplace inclusion for people with disabilities as a key component of our sustainability strategy” …

Hotel Waste: How Clean the World is Helping Hotels Reduce, Recycle, and Report

January 26, 2026October 10, 2025 by Clean the World

The Hidden Cost of Hotel Waste Every year, hotels in the UK, Europe, and US generate thousands of tonnes of soap, plastic amenity bottles, and food waste.According to World sustainable Hospitality alliance the hospitality industry contributes 1% of global emission each year. But hotel waste isn’t just about cost. Travellers are becoming more eco-conscious, with …

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

October 1, 2025October 1, 2025 by Clean the World

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 …

Housekeeping Heroes: Celebrating the Heartbeat of Hospitality This September

October 1, 2025September 3, 2025 by Clean the World

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 …

Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski Munich: Leading Germany’s Shift to Sustainable Hospitality

January 26, 2026August 28, 2025 by Clean the World

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Seamlessly embedding Clean the World’s programme into daily operations. A City Known for Culture, Now Leading in Conscious Travel In the heart of Bavaria’s capital, Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski Munich stands as a beacon of luxury and legacy. With world-renowned landmarks like the Bavarian State Opera, Viktualienmarkt, and Nymphenburg Palace within walking distance, the hotel …

How Hilton Munich City Manages Plastic Waste with Clean the World: A Hotel Sustainability Success Story

January 26, 2026July 24, 2025 by Clean the World

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A Sophisticated Stay in the Heart of Munich: Hilton Munich City’s Commitment to Sustainability Introduction In 2024, Germany was home to 12,097 hotels (Statista). That same year, the country’s tourism sector hit a new milestone, recording 496.1 million overnight guest stays, according to Destatis. With this scale of travel and hospitality, the environmental impact is …

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

June 10, 2025 by Clean the World

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, …

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

December 17, 2025May 21, 2025 by Clean the World

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 …

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

April 29, 2025 by Clean the World

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 …

The Environmental Impact of Hotels: A Guide to Reduction Strategies

February 12, 2025 by Clean the World

The hotel industry plays a significant role in global environmental impact, contributing to 1% of global emissions each year. With a typical 200-room, 4-star hotel producing an estimated 300,000 pieces of single-use plastics per month, the need for sustainable practices is more critical than ever. In alignment with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goal 12, sustainable …

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