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Developed by the UN World Tourism Organization and Booking.com, this course is part of a series focused on sustainable hospitality practices. It covers essential topics like net zero and carbon neutrality, provides best practices for emissions reduction, and offers practical examples for different types of accommodation around the world. The course comprises five modules, including videos, resources, and quizzes.
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- Applications open: Anytime
- Priority deadline: Anytime
If you would like to enroll multiple users or need more information about this course, please contact us!
toa@ie.eduWhat you'll learn
- ✔ Understand net zero and carbon neutrality concepts.
- ✔ Learn methods to calculate and track greenhouse gas emissions.
- ✔ Discover strategies for reducing emissions effectively.
- ✔ Explore techniques for monitoring and managing energy usage.
- ✔ Implement best practices for lowering energy consumption.
Course content
- Understand the significance of sustainable energy management in hospitality.
- Explore the economic, environmental, and operational benefits.
- Discuss examples of successful energy management practices.
- Learn methods for calculating greenhouse gas emissions.
- Identify key metrics and tools for tracking emissions.
- Explore strategies for accurate data collection and reporting.
- Discover effective strategies for reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
- Discuss best practices for implementing reduction measures.
- Analyze case studies of successful emissions reduction efforts.
- Understand techniques for measuring and analyzing energy consumption.
- Explore tools for tracking energy usage and identifying improvements.
- Discuss strategies for optimizing energy efficiency.
- Learn practical steps for decreasing energy use.
- Explore strategies for implementing energy-saving measures.
- Analyze the long-term benefits of reducing energy consumption.
WHO IS THIS PROGRAM DESIGNED FOR?
This program is designed for accommodation providers, particularly supply managers, community managers, SMEs, short-term rental owners and managers, and hospitality professionals. It’s ideal for those seeking to learn introductory concepts and expand their practical knowledge of sustainable energy management and emissions tracking. Whether you are starting your journey towards building a more sustainable business or you’re looking to reinforce existing practices, this course provides practical insights and inspiration to support you on your path to creating more sustainable relations and a more meaningful experience for your guests and staff.
Meet our instructors
ANNA MA
Senior consultant, ERM
Anna is a Principal Consultant in ERM’s London office who works with global companies developing Net Zero strategies. She has over 14 years of experience as an environmental sustainability professional including expertise in Corporate strategies involving Net Zero, Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, decarbonisation strategy, science-based targets, audit preparation and reporting (i.e., CDP, SECR, DJSI). In addition, Anna has experience in Just Transition, Circular Economy, Waste Management and Climate Change risks and opportunities.
XAVIER FONT
Professor of Professor of Sustainability Marketing at the University of Surrey
Xavier is a professor, researcher and consultant specializing in sustainable tourism production and consumption. With expert knowledge on everything from sustainable tourism certification to sustainability marketing and policies, his work has been widely published. He serves as an advisor in the Travalyst coalition, where he uses his research experience to inform efforts and help stakeholders align on sustainability frameworks for the supply chain of the tourism sector.