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The Hustle – The surprising afterlife of used hotel soap

Clean the World — Fri, 22 Apr 2022 19:37:28 +0000

Zachary Crockett Hotel guests leave behind millions of half-used bars of soap every day. A nonprofit is on a mission to repurpose them. One of the first things many of us do when we settle into a hotel room is reach for the packaged bar of soap on the bathroom counter. These soaps are the single most-utilized ...

If The Brady Bunch Home Were Getting A Makeover, This Hotel Might Just Be The Result

Clean the World — Fri, 13 Dec 2019 17:55:56 +0000

“If home renovation shows existed 50 years ago, a modern makeover of the Brady Bunch house might reveal the Palihotel Seattle. The plaid and floral furniture is new, the walls are a darker shade of green and the appliances are sexy Smeg, but the retro result is eclectically hip and homey.” […] “Bouquets Seafood, fruit, ...

What Will Travel Look Like In 2030?

Clean the World — Thu, 12 Dec 2019 17:56:09 +0000

“It is impossible to accurately predict what travel will look like in a decade, but the actions that companies and organizations are taking today can tell us a lot about what the future could hold. For example, it’s fairly safe to say that hotels will wipe out single-use plastics and take a more environmentally friendly approach to ...

A Look At Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino’s 25 Years Of Impact

Clean the World — Thu, 12 Dec 2019 17:43:32 +0000

“13. Harrah’s employees and their families as well as Ak-Chin Indian Community members participated in the following CodeGreen activities: Shred-It and Adopt A Highway clean up events, creation of an Employee Garden, clothing drives, Earth Day celebrations, creating Clean the World Hygiene kits for veterans in need, community conservation festivals, tree raffles for Arbor Day ...

Hilton Launches UK’s Largest-Ever Soap Recycling Programme

Clean the World — Wed, 11 Dec 2019 14:44:36 +0000

“Hilton has announced the launch of the UK’s largest-ever soap recycling programme to reduce waste going to landfill and help communities in need. In partnership with Clean the World, Hilton hotels in the UK is expected to divert 64 tons of waste from landfill every year, creating more than 700,000 new bars. According to a ...

10 Interesting Facts You May Not Know About Disney’s Environmental Efforts

Clean the World — Tue, 10 Dec 2019 17:53:31 +0000

“Each day at Walt Disney World resorts, housekeepers collect used soaps and amenities that are donated to Clean the World, which recycles and donates them to help people in need both locally and around the world. In 2018, more than 13 tons were recycled and diverted from landfills.” …

News in brief (09/12/19)

Clean the World — Mon, 09 Dec 2019 18:07:17 +0000

“Simon Vincent, president of Europe, the Middle East and Africa at Hilton, said: “The expansion of our soap recycling programme not only helps us to reach our environmental goals, but also contributes towards tackling the significant hygiene epidemic which sees around 3,600 children under five die every day due to lack of access to clean ...

The Best Inns And Hotels In Kennebunkport

Clean the World — Mon, 09 Dec 2019 15:30:28 +0000

“Located on the banks of the Kennebunk River, Nonantum Resort has been welcoming weary travelers since 1884. While the inn is known for its spectacular water views, it should also be noted that the staff make sustainability a top priority. Almost one ton of unused bath products have been recycled by the hotel over the past ...

Hilton’s UK Hotels To Send Recycled Soap Bars To Communities In Need

Clean the World — Sun, 08 Dec 2019 18:14:44 +0000

“According to the NGO, five million partially-used soap bars are thrown away in hotels around the world every day. From 2020, soap bars from Hilton’s UK hotels (plus 17 in continental Europe) will be sent to Clean the World’s recycling facility in Amsterdam. They will be cleaned and repurposed into 700,000 new soap bars each ...

Hilton’s UK Hotels To Send Recycled Soap Bars To Communities In Need

Clean the World — Sun, 08 Dec 2019 17:06:05 +0000

“Hilton’s UK team has announced a soap recycling programme that it says will divert 64 tonnes of waste from landfill each year. It will see the hotel group expand its current partnership with Clean the World. According to the NGO, five million partially-used soap bars are thrown away in hotels around the world every day. ...

This Airline Is Replacing Millions Of Single-use Cups With Tasty Edible Ones

Clean the World — Fri, 06 Dec 2019 17:15:10 +0000

“The top three airlines in the U.S.—Delta, American Airlines, and United—have adopted similar practices (though, to be fair, they make no mention of consumable cups). Instead, all cite reductions in single-use plastics and recycling efforts (both Delta and American claim to be the first). United, for its part, claims to be the first to partner ...

Bluegreen Vacations Celebrates Its Season Of Giving

Clean the World — Thu, 05 Dec 2019 17:26:44 +0000

“Over 120 community organizations across the U.S. benefited from Bluegreen Vacations Corporation’s (“Bluegreen Vacations”) annual Season of Giving campaign. During the month of November, associates and guests of the vacation ownership company participated in outreach initiatives across its network of 67 United States-based resorts. The Company partnered with national organizations including Feeding America, the ...

Hilton Lathers Up Soap Recycling Programme To Support Communities In Need

Clean the World — Thu, 05 Dec 2019 17:23:42 +0000

“Hilton’s soap recycling efforts in Europe will be supported by a new Clean the World facility, which opened in Amsterdam last year. From 2020, this facility will recycle soap from Hilton’s hotels in the UK and 17 countries across Continental Europe. “Partnering with brands such as Hilton helps us to deliver much-needed hygiene supplies to ...

Can Your Hotel Soap Save Lives?

Clean the World — Thu, 05 Dec 2019 16:31:10 +0000

“The United Nation reports that a staggering 3 billion people worldwide don’t have basic hand-washing facilities in their homes. Lack of soap and clean water leads to communicable diseases such as cholera and dysentery, and it’s estimated that diarrhea linked to poor sanitation kills almost 300,000 children younger than five every year. Which is why major hotel ...

Research Conducted For Clean the World: Bacterial Contamination Common In Refillable Dispensers

Clean the World — Thu, 05 Dec 2019 16:24:43 +0000

“ORLANDO, FLA.—A research study conducted on behalf of Clean the World by the University of Arizona (UA) showed a 100 percent bacterial contamination rate in refillable dispensers that contain shampoo, body wash, conditioner, hand soap, or lotion. Of 82 samples taken, 63 (76 percent) yielded bacterial numbers greater than 1,000 colony-forming units per gram of ...

Escape To Sandpearl Resort On Florida’s Gulf Coast

Clean the World — Mon, 02 Dec 2019 17:33:00 +0000

“So Blue and Yet So Green; Sandpearl Resort is also a leader in environmental conservation, the first Silver LEED-certified resort in the state. The program improves energy efficiency, indoor air quality, water conservation and natural resource conservation. They’ve also partnered with Clean the World, which recycles guests’ leftover soap and shampoo to reduce waste and provide essential ...

Company Of The Year: Hilton Canada

Clean the World — Mon, 02 Dec 2019 16:39:17 +0000

“A company with 100 years of history, Hilton understands the importance of giving back. For example, every shift, when members of the housekeeping staff at a Hilton hotel clean a room, they gather up the used bars of soap to be repurposed for a grander application — a new life helping less fortunate people. “That’s ...

Regional Company Of The Year: Palm Holdings

Clean the World — Mon, 02 Dec 2019 16:35:14 +0000

“Palm Holdings also places a priority on giving back to the community. In 2017, the company launched a philanthropic arm called the Palm Holdings Family Foundation. “All our hotels are involved — we’ve been a key donor in our local communities and involve our staff in where we allocate funds,” says Taneja. Among the Foundation’s ...

Hyatt Is Eliminating Travel-Sized Plastic Toiletries

Clean the World — Sun, 01 Dec 2019 17:39:30 +0000

“Hyatt is the latest international hotel brand to ditch travel-sized toiletries from its rooms, following Holiday Inn-owner InterContinental Group and . Portable tubes of shampoo, conditioner and bath gel will be replaced with bulk-sized toiletries across Hyatt‘s global chain of 220,000 rooms beginning in June 2021. The changes will affect Hyatt‘s 900 hotels worldwide, encompassing ...

Making Spirits Bright

Clean the World — Sun, 01 Dec 2019 16:41:57 +0000

“Clean the World: For many children in underdeveloped countries, something as simple as a bar of soap can be all the difference in preventing diseases such as pneumonia and diarrhea—which can kill approximately 1.8 million people annually. Through its foundation, not only does Clean the World bring handwashing supplies and training in places like Tanzania ...

PHOTO REPORT: Disney Springs 11/25/19 (Volunteer Day, Starbucks Tumblers, “The Little Mermaid” VHS Phone Case, RIP Bongos Pineapple, And More)

Clean the World — Mon, 25 Nov 2019 18:01:53 +0000

“It’s a fantastic day to be out at Disney Springs. It’s Volunteer Day and Disney is hosting some events to help guests get involved and give back to the community. We stopped in to check out the one-day only “Volunteer Village” and see what we could do to help.” …

Indian Nurses Donate 1,000 Hygiene Kits To Charity, Homeless

Clean the World — Sat, 23 Nov 2019 17:48:57 +0000

“The aroma of Indian cuisine filled the St. Matthew’s Church family center Saturday afternoon as dozens of volunteers raced to package 1,000 hygiene kits for donation — the event a charitable start for the fledgling San Antonio Indian Nurses’ Association, a nonprofit group founded in February.” …

Sandpearl Resort – Florida’s Jewel On The Gulf Coast

Clean the World — Fri, 22 Nov 2019 18:10:46 +0000

“Look around and all you see is the pure white sand and crystal blue waters of the 2.5 mile stretch of Clearwater Beach. Welcome to the sheer splendor of the AAA Four-Diamond Sandpearl Resort, part of the Opal Collection of luxury destinations. This four-star hotel blends the radiant beauty of the coast with luxury amenities ...

Disney Teams Up With Disaster Relief Agencies To Support Recovery Efforts In The Bahamas

Clean the World — Wed, 20 Nov 2019 17:57:12 +0000

“Over the last few months, Disney Cruise Line Cast and Crew Members have worked diligently to provide immediate short-term relief to those impacted. Disney Cruise Line Cast Members assembled more than 1,500 Clean the World personal hygiene kits. Clean the World is a global health organization committed to providing sustainable resources, programming and education focused on ...

Pay It Forward With Family Volunteer Day Celebrations In Disney Parks!

Clean the World — Tue, 19 Nov 2019 18:17:10 +0000

“Disney Springs in Disney World will be buzzing with celebrations! At 10:30 AM at the Marketplace Stage, you can join Mickey Mouse and friends and Disney exec, Bob Chapek, in celebrating the Disney and Points of Light Volunteer Family of the Year, the Aguirre family. The Aquirre family started a nonprofit called Emily’s Meals which ...

Walt Disney World Resort Update For November 19 – 25, 2019

Clean the World — Tue, 19 Nov 2019 17:46:07 +0000

“This coming Saturday, November 23, at 10:30 a.m. Eastern, Bob Chapek, Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products will join Mickey Mouse and friends and the Aguirre family who were recently named the first-ever Disney and Points of Light Volunteer Family of the Year on the Marketplace stage at Disney Springs, to mark the start ...

DISNEY NEWS ROUNDUP: Epcot Festival Of The Arts Details Released, Cruise Week, New Holiday Experiences At AK, New Breakfast Option, New Year’s Eve Options & More!

Clean the World — Mon, 18 Nov 2019 18:22:57 +0000

How to celebrate Family Volunteer Day At Disneyland, Disney World

Clean the World — Mon, 18 Nov 2019 18:20:21 +0000

“At the Walt Disney World Resort, the day will kick off at 10:30 a.m at the Disney Springs Marketplace stage. Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products, Bob Chapek, will be joined by Mickey Mouse and friends to celebrate the Aguirre family from Texas, who were recently named the first-ever Disney and Points of Light Volunteer Family of the Year, following a ...

Help Celebrate Family Volunteer Day With Disney

Clean the World — Mon, 18 Nov 2019 18:14:55 +0000

“After the celebration, guests can head over to a nearby “Volunteer Village” between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. to take part in fun volunteer activities that support local nonprofits. Volunteers can help Clean the World, write postcards for Operation Uplift, and participate in a nature activity with the Disney Conservation Fund. Anyone who participates will be eligible to receive exclusive offers ...

Refill ‘N Beyond: Helping Communities And Workplaces Become A Forefront Of ‘Greenovation’

Clean the World — Sat, 16 Nov 2019 18:26:27 +0000

“As gathered by Clean The World, a World Health Organisation arm, around two million plastic bottles and partially used bars of soap are used and apparently thrown away worldwide. In reality, 90% of plastic in the world doesn’t get recycled. They all make their way to landfills, as well as the ocean. So, what can ...

Sleepless in Seattle? No More, At The Downtown Palihotel

Clean the World — Fri, 15 Nov 2019 18:29:21 +0000

“The Vibe: Nautical and eclectic. Standout Detail: The hotel prides itself on its eco-friendly efforts by sourcing all local fruit, veggies, and seafood from near (and beloved) neighbor, Pike Place Market. Partially used soap bars and bottled bath products are donated to Clean the World for a second life. This Place Is Perfect For: Seattle ...

Disney Cruise Line Continues Recovery Efforts in The Bahamas By Teaming Up With Disaster Relief Agencies

Clean the World — Thu, 14 Nov 2019 18:34:34 +0000

“Previously, we brought you the news that Disney Cruise Line had committed to more than $1 million in cash and in-kind support to help Hurricane Dorian relief and recovery efforts in The Bahamas. As part of that initiative, Disney announced it has teamed up with three leading disaster relief and recovery organizations. These organizations include the American ...

Hyatt Is Eliminating Travel-Sized Plastic Toiletries

Clean the World — Tue, 12 Nov 2019 18:36:36 +0000

“Hyatt is also placing a greater emphasis on encouraging customers to use reusable water bottles by making bottled water available only by request and increasing the number of fresh water stations in its lobbies. The initiative is part of the hotel chain’s broader commitment to “reduce disposables and select environmentally preferable options whenever possible,” the ...

How TCF Center, Caesars, LA Convention Center And More Are Getting Greener

Clean the World — Mon, 11 Nov 2019 18:39:22 +0000

“U.S. Hard Rock Hotels Offers Hygiene Kit Events As part of its “Save the Planet” campaign, Hard Rock International recently partnered with Clean the World to offer a unique meeting experience that encourages teambuilding while giving back to the community, reducing waste and helping those in need. During Clean the World’s Hygiene Kit Events, groups can work in ...

UCF SEEP Class Video

Clean the World — Mon, 11 Nov 2019 18:31:46 +0000

Premium Soap For Men: 7 Artisanal Specialty Soaps

Clean the World — Sun, 10 Nov 2019 18:16:23 +0000

“I like the look of this men’s bar soap by Marlowe—simple, to-the-point, and very masculine. It’s an exfoliating bar, which means it’s intended more as a face wash than as a shower bar, but it would work for either. If you’re a man who could use a good face scrub to get the day’s grit ...

Triple Award Winning Sandymount Hotel Is Crowned Europe’s Leading Green Hotel

Clean the World — Wed, 06 Nov 2019 20:23:28 +0000

“In 2013, Sandymount Hotel took an eco-friendly and sustainable approach to achieve a greener, cleaner hotel by reducing both energy and water consumption. Fast forward to 2019 and the ‘green’ award winning Sandymount Hotel is the European front-runner. As part of the waste prevention system, the Loughran family and green team members have reduced, re-used ...

Hotel Soaps Are Cleaned To Be Recycled And Reused

Clean the World — Wed, 06 Nov 2019 18:28:25 +0000

“Clean the World cleans and recycles used hotel soaps to donate them to countries with high death rates of diseases linked to poor hygiene Watch the full episode: Hotel soaps get a new life once they are collected by the nonprofit Clean the World, which cleans and donates them to countries with high death ...

Hard Rock Teams Up With Clean the World For Sustainable Give-Back Initiative

Clean the World — Tue, 05 Nov 2019 19:13:05 +0000

“With the motto, “Save the Planet,” part of its DNA since it began nearly 50 years ago, there’s no doubt that Hard Rock International strives to make a positive impact. The global hotel brand has partnered with Clean the World, an organization that recycles hotel hygiene products, to offer a unique experience to meetings, incentives, ...

Season 2 E41 – Hotel Soaps Are Cleaned To Be Recycled and Reused

Clean the World — Tue, 05 Nov 2019 18:43:36 +0000

“Hotel soaps get a new life once they are collected by the nonprofit Clean the World, which cleans and donates them to countries with high death rates of diseases linked to poor hygiene. As hotel chains move to eliminate small plastic bottles, organizations like Clean the World plan for this eco-friendly future.” …

plastic-free travel

Clean the World — Tue, 05 Nov 2019 18:38:25 +0000

“Of course, for us it doesn’t end with signing the plastic pledge and calling it a day. We want to take action! To do this, we partnered up with the NGO Clean The World to highlight accommodations at bookdifferent.com that take part in reducing plastic pollution. This is only the beginning, as we believe that ...

Students Organize Hygiene Drive For Local Nonprofits

Clean the World — Mon, 04 Nov 2019 18:34:24 +0000

“Professor Karin Braunsberger, who teaches an online course called “Principles of Entrepreneurship,” likes assigning projects where students do “real-life work” whenever possible. This semester, while brainstorming projects, she was contacted by Wanda Chaves, a USF alumna, who provided a pre-built project that would have students work with local nonprofit organizations. The project, Social Entrepreneurship Experiential ...

How TCF Center, Caesars, LA Convention Center and More Are Getting Greener

Clean the World — Wed, 30 Oct 2019 17:44:24 +0000

“As part of its “Save the Planet” campaign, Hard Rock International recently partnered with Clean the World to offer a unique meeting experience that encourages teambuilding while giving back to the community, reducing waste and helping those in need. During Clean the World’s Hygiene Kit Events, groups can work in teams to build hygiene ...

9 Mesmerizing Photos That Show How Exactly Soap Is Recycled

Clean the World — Tue, 29 Oct 2019 18:38:26 +0000

“Ever washed your hands in a hotel bathroom and wondered what happened to what was left of that tiny bar of soap after you checked out? So did Shawn Seipler. The answer—it gets thrown away—inspired the former tech entrepreneur to found Clean the World in 2009. The nonprofit now works with 8,000 hotel partners around ...

FANTASY • The Bronx Wanderers • Donny & Marie • Las Vegas Sands • Big Boys Toys

Clean the World — Mon, 28 Oct 2019 17:50:08 +0000

“On Oct. 5, Las Vegas Sands, along with global health organization Clean the World and the American Red Cross, partnered for a world-wide disaster relief kit build and blood drive to support community preparedness and social relief efforts. The sixth annual event was hosted at The Venetian Resort, where hundreds of Venetian Team Members and ...

Homewood Suites by Hilton Debuts In The Dominican Republic With Brand’s 500th Hotel Opening Milestone

Clean the World — Tue, 22 Oct 2019 18:34:17 +0000

“Located at Avenida Winston Churchill 107, Homewood Suites by Hilton Santo Domingo offers guests convenient access to downtown attractions. The hotel is walking distance from the Acrópolis Center and the upscale shopping district of Blue Mall. Guests can explore the fascinating Colonial Zone, stroll through Los Tres Ojos Park or take in the beauty of ...

Atrium Hospitality Adds Three Branded, Full-service Hotels To Its Expansive Management Portfolio

Clean the World — Tue, 22 Oct 2019 18:32:07 +0000

“Atrium Hospitality is ranked one of the nation’s largest hotel operators. Headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, the company manages a portfolio of 84 hotels in 28 states, representing well-known brands such as: Hilton, Marriott, and IHG, among others. With nearly 10,000 passionate associates, Atrium operates 20,897 guest rooms/suites and more than 3 million square feet of ...

The New Generation of Green Hotels

Clean the World — Mon, 21 Oct 2019 17:57:59 +0000

“So how did we get here? Past perceptions might have been that to keep things green while travelling, we should stay in smaller, locally owned hotels. But leaving aside the issue of ownership, and looking purely at ecologically friendly initiatives, recently the big brands have really raised their game. Last year, Hilton pledged to cut ...

Hand Washing Day: Clean Hands, Healthy Society

Clean the World — Fri, 18 Oct 2019 18:28:22 +0000

“VIRAL and bacterial infections have become a threat to the health and well-being of adults and children in every society, from highly developed to developing countries. Hence, it is an aspect that ought to be given a special attention in order to curb the spread of infection. Every member of the society, be it market ...

Clean the World Foundation Announces the Drop by Drop Project in Partnership With Las Vegas Sands

Clean the World — Thu, 17 Oct 2019 18:25:49 +0000

“Today, Clean the World Foundation, a global leader in water, sanitation and hygiene and sustainability, announced a new water program in partnership with Las Vegas Sands Corp (NYSE: LVS). The Drop by Drop Project is a collaborative initiative that sets out to reinvest capital from water stewardship efforts into innovative projects, supporting local communities in ...

Changing The Lives of Millions With A Bar Of Soap

Clean the World — Thu, 17 Oct 2019 18:21:22 +0000

“In a single-car garage 10 years ago, Seipler started Clean the World, with one goal in mind: “We were going to save millions of children’s lives around the world.” With the help of his family, eight of them started scraping soap with potato peelers, cooking it, grinding it, and re-forming it into new soap bars.” ...

Major Hotels Make Move To Bulk-Size Toiletries | Shift Expected To Reduce Waste By Eliminating Up To 500 Million Mini-Bottles Yearly

Clean the World — Wed, 16 Oct 2019 18:16:21 +0000

“In 2018, Marriott — whose brands include Ritz-Carlton, W and Sheraton among others — tested bulk amenities in 1,000 hotels to positive feedback from guests. Adding all properties will bring a significantly larger environmental impact, said Naguib, leading to a 30% reduction in plastic use. Most of the brands are working to shift their amenities ...

Golden State Bans Hotel Mini-toiletries In Effort To Minimize Waste

Clean the World — Tue, 15 Oct 2019 19:16:08 +0000

“To reduce the impact of plastic waste pollution, California banned hotel and lodging use and distribution of travel-size plastic toiletries. No longer will miniature personal care products like shampoos, conditioners and liquid bath soaps be part of the amenities package. The proliferation of single-use plastics has devastated the environment and is overwhelming landfills . To ...

Clean the World Challenge

Clean the World — Fri, 11 Oct 2019 19:05:14 +0000

“Embassy Suites by Hilton, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton by Hilton, Homewood Suites by Hilton and Home2 Suites by Hilton are rolling up their sleeves for the Clean the World Challenge. The brands are challenging hotel owners and Team Members to collect bars of soap left behind by guests to be recycled into 2 million bars ...

Hilton Marks Global Handwashing Day By Expanding Soap Recycling Effort Around The World

Clean the World — Thu, 10 Oct 2019 19:09:45 +0000

“Hilton also announced the successful completion of its 2019 Clean the World Challenge to collect enough soap by Global Handwashing Day to be sterilized and recycled into 2 million new bars of soap for communities in need. During the last 10 years, Hilton properties have diverted 4 million pounds of waste from landfills. Working with ...

“God In Shoes” Coordinates Widespread Outreach In Orlando, Florida, To Serve Women And Their Families

Clean the World — Tue, 08 Oct 2019 19:03:47 +0000

“As result of those meetings and months of planning, the women’s convention participants volunteered at several locations, including organizations that address homelessness (Orlando Union Rescue Mission, Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida, and Christian Services Center of Central Florida); organizations that combat hunger and food insecurity (Second Harvest Food Bank, Rise Against Hunger, and ...

Seven Stylish Airline Amenity Kits That Are Eco-Friendly

Clean the World — Tue, 08 Oct 2019 19:01:22 +0000

“United’s amenity kits themselves are not focused on environmental practices, per se. Yet the airline’s sustainability-focused Eco-Skies initiative and partnership with Clean The World, an organization that combats preventable hygiene-related deaths, is worth mentioning. After flights, crew members collect unused items from onboard amenity kits, such as toothpaste and hand sanitizer. The airline then sends ...

Travelodge Canada’s Environment Initiatives

Clean the World — Mon, 07 Oct 2019 18:58:12 +0000

“Hagel noted that Canadian Travelodges will all be becoming Green Key certified. And while it is not a brand standard yet, hotels should offer guests the opportunity to receive 500 Wyndham Rewards points if they opt out of room cleaning. He also lauded Travelodge Canada’s partnership with Clean the World. Clean the World creates new ...

Hunt Military Communities Hosts Helping Hands Week

Clean the World — Mon, 07 Oct 2019 18:56:26 +0000

“Hunt Military Communities’ (HMC) employees joined forces to help support their local communities by participating in Hunt’s annual Helping Hands Day. In all, more than 35 organizations, located throughout the United States, were supported by hundreds of HMC employees who closed down their offices for the day to volunteer their time and energy in support ...

Disney Cruise Line VoluntEARS Work With Clean The World To Bring Comfort To Hurricane Evacuees In The Bahamas

Clean the World — Sat, 05 Oct 2019 18:54:48 +0000

“As part of Disney’s commitment to helping The Bahamas recover from the devastation of Hurricane Dorian, Disney Cruise Line Cast Members worked together to assemble more than 1,500 Clean the World personal hygiene kits. Clean the World is a global health organization committed to providing sustainable resources, programming and education focused on water, sanitation and ...

St. Andrew’s School Alum: Dorian Relief Effort Not An Opportunity, It’s An Obligation

Clean the World — Wed, 02 Oct 2019 18:50:42 +0000

“We were extremely impressed with the number of volunteers wanting to help out in the wake of this disastrous storm,” Metropulos said. “In the U.S. as well as Grand Bahama, we had locals coming up left and right to help lend a hand to collect and distribute these relief supplies. We could not have done ...

United To Further Decarbonize Air Travel

Clean the World — Wed, 02 Oct 2019 17:53:24 +0000

“United has been an industry leader in environmental sustainability—including being the first U.S. carrier to announce a bold pledge to cut our carbon footprint in half by 2050 relative to 2005,” Scott Kirby, United’s president said in a statement. “However, to achieve this goal, we can’t be content as a leading airline undergoing an evolution ...

No More Hotel Freebies If Proposed Ban On Single-use Bottles Becomes Law

Clean the World — Sat, 28 Sep 2019 18:42:25 +0000

“Some hotels have already started to make efforts to decrease their carbon footprints. Many have signs in bathrooms asking guests to reuse their towels during their visit to minimize use of the washers and dryers. Staten Island’s Hilton Garden Inn and Hampton Inn & Suites have started recycling efforts to reduce waste. “The Nicotras’ Hilton ...

Six Senses Duxton

Clean the World — Thu, 26 Sep 2019 17:10:10 +0000

“Why we love it: an upscale haven in Singapore’s Tanjong Pagar neighborhood with touches like acupuncture and calligraphy wallpaper for a rich sense of place” “Highlights: – Designed by a former Bond Girl – Chinese medicine consultations with a renowned physician – Singapore’s second carbon-neutral hotel, The Duxton replaced 17,733 plastic bottles with reusable glass ...

Hunt Companies Hosts Helping Hands Week

Clean the World — Wed, 25 Sep 2019 17:28:16 +0000

“Nellis Family Housing once again participated in Hunt’s Helping Hands Day by supporting the Clean the World Foundation. This day of serving is an annual event sponsored by Hunt and includes hundreds of employees in over 40 Hunt Communities locations who volunteer their time and energy to support various local organizations throughout the country. On ...

Carnival Corporation Announces Partnership With Jean-Michel Cousteau And Ocean Futures Society To Support Environmental Commitment

Clean the World — Mon, 23 Sep 2019 17:22:43 +0000

“Carnival Corporation’s namesake brand, Carnival Cruise Line, announced in July it is the first large-scale cruise operator to partner with Clean the World, a global health leader in water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) and sustainability dedicated to saving lives by recycling and distributing soap and other hygiene products to more than 127 countries. Through this ...

IMEX America 2019: 6 Thought-Provoking Ideas About What Matters in Meetings Today

Clean the World — Thu, 19 Sep 2019 17:19:00 +0000

“The conference showcased those efforts through an interactive “Sustainability Village” on the show floor. The space explained how IMEX America is encouraging eco-friendly practices by using bamboo lanyards, compostable utensils, recycled carpets, water stations for refillable water bottles, and more. “The community needs to act in collaboration, not competition, to make a difference,” said Bauer. ...

Clean The World Partners With Mrs. Galaxy Bahamas 2018 For Hurricane Dorian Relief

Clean the World — Wed, 11 Sep 2019 18:13:57 +0000

“Shawn Seipler is CEO of Clean The World, a global health organization. He sat with WESH anchor Jazmin Bailey to explain his Hurricane Dorian partnership with Nyesha Carey, Mrs. Galaxy Bahamas 2018, and how viewers can get involved.” …

The Trifecta Of Team Building: Hard Rock International Brings “Save the Planet” Motto To Life Through Clean the World Collaboration

Clean the World — Tue, 10 Sep 2019 18:11:37 +0000

“As a dedication to its motto to help ‘Save the Planet,’ Hard Rock International is partnering with Clean the World, a global leader in WASH (water, sanitation, and hygiene) and sustainability, to offer the MICE community the exciting opportunity to book a one-of-a-kind meetings experience that encourages team building while giving back to the community, ...

Going Beyond ‘Green Travel’ To Create A Lasting Impact On The Hospitality Industry

Clean the World — Mon, 09 Sep 2019 18:08:40 +0000

“A Purpose Driven Mission For More In late 2017, Legacy Vacation Resorts was working hard to deliver a great value on high quality vacation experiences for our guests and we were doing so successfully, at least by traditional metrics. We were profitable, reinvesting back into our operation, improving guest satisfaction and providing growth for our ...

DORIAN: How To Help Those Affected By The Storm

Clean the World — Tue, 03 Sep 2019 18:01:16 +0000

“Clean the World is asking people to go to Amazon and purchase items off their wish list to donate to those affected by Dorian. Clean The World is an Orlando-based charity that provides hygiene kits to people in emergencies like natural disasters. You can find Clean the World’s Amazon Wish List here.” …

All Suites Brands By Hilton Expand Footprint Of Downtown And Airport Locations

Clean the World — Tue, 03 Sep 2019 17:53:40 +0000

“Brand Achievements and Upcoming Milestones In the second quarter of 2019, the All Suites brands have had success, both individually and as a category, and continue to make major strides towards new milestones. All Suites brands by Hilton: In March, the category launched the Clean the World Challenge alongside Hilton Garden Inn and Hampton by ...

The Hospitality Sector Turns Its Focus To Sustainability

Clean the World — Mon, 02 Sep 2019 18:18:14 +0000

“Large conglomerates like Hyatt and Virgin Hotels are also reducing their carbon footprint. Hyatt, which has a 57 percent overall CSE rating, launched a 2020 environmental sustainability strategy in 2014 aimed to reduce waste and water consumption. The company also eliminated single-use plastic straws and partners with Clean the World, a non-profit that collects used ...

Hygiene Products Market Witnessing Growth Due To The Growing Awareness Among Consumers

Clean the World — Sat, 31 Aug 2019 17:57:42 +0000

“UNICEF is making discernible progress in its WASH (water, sanitation, and hygiene) initiative, and the organization already has teams operating in over 100 countries. These teams are working on improving water and sanitation facilities along with spreading the word about hygienic practices. SDGs back this initiative by the UN, which is creating more awareness among ...

All Suites Brands By Hilton Expand Footprint of Downtown And Airport Locations

Clean the World — Fri, 30 Aug 2019 17:49:44 +0000

Clean the World Foundation Finds Increased School Attendance And Positive Behavior Change With Water, Sanitation, And Hygiene Program In Uganda

Clean the World — Wed, 28 Aug 2019 17:36:24 +0000

“Today, Clean the World Foundation, a leader in global health dedicated to water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) and global sustainability, announces positive results including increased school attendance and overall awareness of the importance of hygiene from students participating in its 12-month WASH education project in Merikit, Uganda. Clean the World Foundation’s WASH program in Uganda ...

Cisco Workers Join Local Nonprofit To Create Hygiene Kits For Las Vegas Homeless

Clean the World — Tue, 27 Aug 2019 18:51:15 +0000

“Clean the World has been working since 2009 to recycle unused or gently used hotel toiletries and redistribute them to those in need to combat hygiene-related illness. The nonprofit partners with 4,000 hotels across North America. So far it has served 10 million people in more than 127 countries, according to the organization’s website. The ...

Hospitality Pros And Sponsors Make the Most Of Cvent CONNECT Trade Show

Clean the World — Wed, 21 Aug 2019 19:20:56 +0000

“Endless Meeting and Greeting at Cvent CONNECT Trade Show After Wambach finished, the trade show floor filled up with planners exploring all the venue and sponsor booths — this year’s event had more exhibitors than ever before. Lines formed at the Clean the World station, where participants assembled hygiene kits to be sent to those ...

The Venetian: How The Wellness Movement Is Improving Meetings And Events

Clean the World — Tue, 20 Aug 2019 18:49:10 +0000

“The resort offers meeting planners innovative programs that combine wellness, sustainability, and community service. For example, through The Venetian’s partnership with Clean the World, meeting attendees can team up to build hygiene kits from unused hotel inventory; these kits are then distributed by Clean the World to families in vulnerable communities. The Venetian gives meeting ...

Reports Of Hepatitis A Cases Climbing In Clark County

Clean the World — Wed, 14 Aug 2019 18:46:16 +0000

“Day shelters at the Salvation Army and Catholic Charities provide restrooms and showers for people who are sheltered overnight. Clean the World Foundation also provides mobile showers in partnership with agencies, but for those that are on the outskirts of town, options are extremely limited, Paulsen said. A county homeless census report released last week ...

Wipe The Remote, And 9 Other Tips For A Clean, Safe And Relaxing Hotel Stay

Clean the World — Wed, 14 Aug 2019 18:43:20 +0000

“6. Yes, you can take the little shampoo bottles. No, you can’t take the robe Some hotels give the remaining soaps to charities like Clean the World. It’s worth checking if they do, as perhaps that’s a better use of the remaining soap than getting lost in your luggage or forgotten in your home medicine ...

COMMENT: Bye Bye Itty Bitty Bottles

Clean the World — Tue, 13 Aug 2019 18:41:11 +0000

“What about the soap by the sink? Will that be liquid too? That makes sense, although I must admit I am impressed with the numbers out of Clean the World, which is recycling those half-used bars of soap and distributing them in countries that need them. It will be an interesting journey, and I’m sure ...

Minute On The Clock: Adrian Ellis

Clean the World — Fri, 02 Aug 2019 18:38:42 +0000

“As well as being general manager of the five-AA-star, 165-bedroom Lowry hotel in Manchester, Adrian Ellis is chair of the Manchester Hoteliers Association. He tells Katherine Price about the MHA’s work around recruitment, sustainability and charity, and its schemes to bring more conferences and events to the city” …

The Future Of Travel, With Robert Klein Of Marriott’s AC Hotel

Clean the World — Thu, 01 Aug 2019 18:36:43 +0000

“With a positive attitude and welcoming personality, I ensure that everyone around me is comfortable and happy at AC Hotel New York Downtown. AC Hotel New York Downtown donates room stays for select charitable causes. The hotel also participates in soap recycling by donating unused soaps to Clean the World, a social enterprise with a ...

Hilton Plans Future Canadian Expansion

Clean the World — Thu, 01 Aug 2019 18:34:44 +0000

“Another milestone project for Hilton is its waste reduction initiative (in conjunction with the non-profit Clean the World), wherein used bars of soap from its hotels are collected and recycled into new bars. “Hilton is recycling used bars of hotel soap to save the planet,” CNN Business reported. It was apparently among the first hotel ...

Fairmont St Andrews Becomes The Only Five Star Resort In Fife To Achieve A Gold Rating From Green Tourism

Clean the World — Wed, 31 Jul 2019 18:22:07 +0000

“Waste reduction – Zero-waste to landfill status as a five-star luxury hotel: In January 2017, Fairmont St Andrews joined the Clean the World initiative committing to recycle all unused bathroom soaps and hygiene products. The hotel recycles circa 250kg of products per month, which are then donated to various humanitarian organisations around the world. Additionally, ...

People Magazine: Recycling Soap To ‘Clean the World’

Clean the World — Sat, 27 Jul 2019 18:55:11 +0000

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Legacy Vacation Resorts Among The First Hotel Companies To Become A Certified B Corporation

Clean the World — Thu, 25 Jul 2019 19:38:02 +0000

“LVR guests can offset 100 percent of the carbon footprint from their stay when booking directly through the resort. In addition, the company offers an option for guests to donate 5 percent of their reservation to a charity of their choice. LVR has also partnered with Clean the World, another Certified B Corp, that recycles ...

Best Green Travel Companies

Clean the World — Tue, 23 Jul 2019 19:36:17 +0000

“Healthy Habitats Even the hotels where we stay have an impact on the health of our planet. From the laundry they clean to the products they distribute, the wear and tear on Mother Nature can be severe. Some hotels do their part to offset negative contributions in innovative ways. In 2018, Hilton, which operates hotel ...

The Doctor Is In: Disney Helps To Clean the World

Clean the World — Tue, 23 Jul 2019 19:33:57 +0000

“Improving Health: Clean the World (CTW), founded in Orlando in 2009 by Shawn Seipler, focuses on soap, shampoo, and other amenities left behind in your hotel room. Approximately one million bars a day are discarded by travelers and hotels in the USA. Now there is a program that converts this waste of usable trash into ...

Santa Ynez Band Operates Successful, Zero Waste Gaming Enterprise

Clean the World — Sun, 21 Jul 2019 19:31:41 +0000

“The first casino in the world to earn TRUE — Total Resource Use and Efficiency — Zero Waste certification is Tribally owned. The Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians’ Chumash Casino Resort recently garnered the certification from the Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI), an organization independently recognizing excellence in green business industry performance and practice ...

Green Champion – July 2019

Clean the World — Thu, 18 Jul 2019 19:29:51 +0000

“CodeGreen Team In addition to leading the property’s green charge throughout the year, the CodeGreen team helps spread the word and invites the participation of the surrounding community. Events that promote conservation and green living are heavily promoted and attended. This year the employees and their families as well as community members participated in the ...

Hyatt Centric Brand Expands In California With Opening of Hyatt Centric Mountain View In Silicon Valley

Clean the World — Thu, 18 Jul 2019 19:28:13 +0000

“Hyatt Centric Mountain View was built to LEED Silver standards, with an emphasis on sustainable land use, resource conservation and waste minimization. With built-in systems to reduce energy and water consumption, the hotel operates as responsibly as possible with programs such as comprehensive recycling, Clean the World® soap reuse and light touch cleaning based on ...

Fairmont St Andrews Becomes First Hotel In Fife To Achieve Green Tourism Gold Rating

Clean the World — Sun, 14 Jul 2019 19:25:39 +0000

“Zero-waste to landfill In January 2017, Fairmont St Andrews joined the Clean the World initiative committing to recycle all unused bathroom soaps and hygiene products. The hotel recycles circa 250kg of products per month, which are then donated to various humanitarian organisations around the world. Additionally, the resort has reached a ‘zero-waste to landfill’ status ...

Atrium Hospitality Lends Green Thumbs To 100 Trees For 100 Years Challenge Celebrating Hilton’s Milestone Birthday

Clean the World — Thu, 11 Jul 2019 19:19:07 +0000

“About Atrium Hospitality Atrium Hospitality is ranked one of the nation’s largest hotel owners and operators. Headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, the company oversees a portfolio of 82 hotels in 29 states, representing well-known brands such as: Hilton, Marriott, and IHG, among others. With nearly 10,000 passionate associates, Atrium operates 21,595 guest rooms/suites and approximately 2.3 ...

Carnival Cruise Line Partners With Clean the World To Assist In Global Soap Recycling Initiative

Clean the World — Thu, 11 Jul 2019 19:13:30 +0000

“Today, Carnival Cruise Line announced it is the first large-scale cruise operator to partner with Clean the World. Through this global sustainability program, nearly 40 tons of discarded soap will be collected each year to be recycled into new soap bars and distributed to vulnerable communities worldwide. Clean the World is a global health leader ...

Carnival Cruise Line To Collect Your Used Soaps, Give Them To The Poor

Clean the World — Wed, 10 Jul 2019 19:55:13 +0000

“Carnival Cruise Line stateroom attendants now have an extra duty — collecting your used soaps to give to people in developing countries. The cruise line announced Wednesday a new partnership with an Orlando-based organization, Clean the World, that aims to collect, sanitize, melt down and reprocess nearly 40 tons of discarded soap each year.” …

Carnival Signs On For Recycled Soap Initiative

Clean the World — Wed, 10 Jul 2019 19:53:44 +0000

“Carnival Cruise Line announced it is the first large-scale cruise operator to partner with Clean the World, according to a press release. Through this global sustainability program, nearly 40 tons of discarded soap will be collected each year to be recycled into new soap bars and distributed to vulnerable communities worldwide. Clean the World is ...

Carnival Cruise Line Partners With Clean the World To Assist In Global Soap Recycling Initiative

Clean the World — Wed, 10 Jul 2019 19:51:07 +0000

Carnival Cruise Line To Collect Your Used Soaps, Give Them To The Poor

Clean the World — Wed, 10 Jul 2019 19:16:49 +0000