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

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?

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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Clean the World: Global Commitment to Sustainability and Hygiene Access

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

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

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

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 Shortlisted for Greengage Sustainability Awards 2025

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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The Environmental Impact of Hotels: A Guide to Reduction Strategies

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

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

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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