Environmental Management For Hotels

Author : David Kirk
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
ISBN 13 : 1136405429
Total Pages : 142 pages
Book Rating : 4.26/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Environmental Management for Hotels written by David Kirk and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2010-02-17 with total page 142 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Environmental Management for Hotels is a textbook for hospitality students that covers the relatively new field of environmental management. The reader is guided in how to make decisions which allow hotels to obtain optimum benefits for the environment whilst not threatening their own financial viability. Students are given an understanding of both the concepts and practical implications of environmental challenges relating to hotels. The case study material incorporated ties in theory with real life, and provides an international context. The text emphasizes supervisory issues which relate to the management of hospitality operations in ways which are sensitive to the impact on the environment. The main areas of environmental management featured are: *water *energy *the indoor environment *materials and waste.

Author : Ishmael Mensah
Publisher : Cambridge Scholars Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1527537781
Total Pages : 195 pages
Book Rating : 4.81/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Environmental Management Concepts and Practices for the Hospitality Industry written by Ishmael Mensah and published by Cambridge Scholars Publishing. This book was released on 2019-07-31 with total page 195 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Environmental management is essential to the successful operation of the hospitality businesses. This book simplifies the complex issue of environmental management for both students of hospitality and industry practitioners (such as hotel managers and restauranteurs). The study explains how global environmental problems affect the hospitality industry and vice versa. It also outlines the processes that should be followed in environmental management, and the specific environmental management practices of hospitality businesses in the areas of waste management, energy and water conservation. The book provides practical illustrations, review questions, and lists of keywords and concepts in each chapter. It provides a global perspective on the study of environmental management in the hospitality industry by drawing on success stories and previous research on the topic from across the globe.

Author : International Hotels Environment Initiative
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 9780750627283
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.8X/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Environmental Management for Hotels written by International Hotels Environment Initiative and published by Routledge. This book was released on 1996 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This unique manual has been updated to include the latest ideas in environmental management practice in the international hotel industry. Sebastian MacMillan, an expert in environmental issues has revised the manual on behalf of the International Hotels Environment Initiative. Sponsored by Diversey Corporation. Environmental Management for Hotels brings together the considerable experience and expertise of a substantial part of the global hotel business. It is the first manual of its kind, and demonstrates the commitment of key hotels groups to implementing good environmental practice, as well as encouraging others to do the same. New sections include: * implementing an environmental policy * managing an audit of performance. Environmental Management for Hotels is written in an accessible style, with mini cases and checklists featured throughout, and it is presented as a looseleaf ringbinder. Additional information has been included on laundry and cleaning in response to readers' feedback. It can be used as a blueprint for developing an environmental policy, or improving on one already in place.

Author : Willy Legrand
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1136298142
Total Pages : 389 pages
Book Rating : 4.41/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sustainability in the Hospitality Industry 2nd Ed written by Willy Legrand and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-02-11 with total page 389 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sustainability is one of the single most important global issues facing the world. A clear understanding of the issues surrounding climate change, global warming, air and water pollution, ozone depletion, deforestation, the loss of biodiversity and global poverty is essential for every future manager in the hospitality industry. Present and future hospitality executives need to know how sustainable management systems can be integrated into their businesses while maintaining and hopefully improving the bottom line. Sustainability in the Hospitality Industry, second edition, is the only book available to introduce the students to economic, environmental and social sustainable issues specifically facing the industry as well as exploring ideas, solutions, and strategies of how to manage operations in a sustainable way. Since the first edition of this book there have been many important developments in this field and this second edition has been updated in the following ways: updated content to reflect recent issues and trends including hotel energy solutions and green hotel design two new chapters on 'Sustainable Food' and 'Social Entrepreneurship and Social Value' updated international case studies throughout to explore key issues and show real life operational responses to sustainability within the hospitality industry. New case studies on growth hotel development markets, Asia and the Middle East new practical exercises throughout to apply your knowledge to real-life sustainability scenarios. This accessible and comprehensive account of Sustainability in the Hospitality Industry is essential reading for all students and future managers.

Author : Macmillan Publishing
Publisher : Butterworth-Heinemann
ISBN 13 : 9780750629409
Total Pages : 144 pages
Book Rating : 4.01/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Environmental Management for Hotels written by Macmillan Publishing and published by Butterworth-Heinemann. This book was released on 1996-05 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This unique manual has been updated to include the latest ideas in environmental management practice in the international hotel industry. Sebastian MacMillan, an expert in environmental issues has revised the manual on behalf of the International Hotels Environment Initiative. Sponsored by Diversey Corporation. Environmental Management for Hotels brings together the considerable experience and expertise of a substantial part of the global hotel business. It is the first manual of its kind, and demonstrates the commitment of key hotels groups to implementing good environmental practice, as well as encouraging others to do the same. New sections include: * implementing an environmental policy * managing an audit of performance. Environmental Management for Hotels is written in an accessible style, with mini cases and checklists featured throughout, and it is presented as a looseleaf ringbinder. Additional information has been included on laundry and cleaning in response to readers' feedback. It can be used as a blueprint for developing an environmental policy, or improving on one already in place.

Author : Claire Baker
Publisher : Gwasg y Bwthyn
ISBN 13 : 9781899159154
Total Pages : 351 pages
Book Rating : 4.50/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Environmental Management for Hotels written by Claire Baker and published by Gwasg y Bwthyn. This book was released on 2008 with total page 351 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Jennifer Raga
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781773613314
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.16/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Environmental Management for Hotels written by Jennifer Raga and published by . This book was released on 2017-11 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In recent times, Environmental Management has gained immense importance in various industries, from the hospitality industry to several small sector industries. Application of environmental management has been on a rise in hospitality industry in particular. Hospitality industry contributes significantly to the GDP of a country, which is why it becomes essential to implement sustainability practices in its operations. Due to the growing need of environmental management in hotels and restaurants, there is an urgent requirement to educate staff members and guests as well, about sustainability initiatives. This book teaches the readers about the ways in which they can implement the sustainability practices.Various dimensions related to environmental management in hotels and restaurants are covered in different chapters of this book. Tourism, its features, and various other aspects form the idea and content of the first two chapters, which includes destination management, as it is an important aspect of tourism management, and much of environmental concerns are also associated with destination management. There is a complete chapter devoted to the need for environmental management in hotels and restaurants. In addition, this book discusses about the current trends which are prevailing in hotels and restaurants. Future trends which are a possibility in this industry are also described. One chapter entirely talks about the ways in which resources can be managed sustainably in hotels. It emphasizes on how workshops can be organized to educate the staff members and guests about the management of natural resources. Another chapter is entirely dedicated to consumption of energy in hotels and restaurants. The book also sheds light on the various methods of waste management in hospitality industry.Furthermore, environmental management starts with the responsible procurement of resources. Purchasing goods and services which do not harm the environment should be the first priority for hotels and restaurants. The chapter dedicated to purchasing policies also talks about the best practices which can be implemented to ensure effective environmental management. There is another chapter which completely talks about the need of guest participation in this environmental drive. Currently, many hotels are implementing sustainability practices in their operations which makes these hotels "Green Hotels". Importance of "Green hotels" and challenges faced in their implementation are also focused upon.The book also talks about the certification and regulatory bodies which are created to monitor the practices of different hotels and restaurants. Guests and their attitudes towards the sustainability practices are discussed briefly. This book gives a glimpse regarding the practices of hotels and restaurants which are causing major damage to the environment. This book intends to teach readers about the needs and methods of environmental management in hotels.

Author : Kathryn Webster
Publisher : Burns & Oates
ISBN 13 : 9780304332328
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.21/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Environmental Management in the Hospitality Industry written by Kathryn Webster and published by Burns & Oates. This book was released on 2000 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Opening with an extensive introduction to the issues that threaten the environment today, and an examination of the steps that the world community has taken to address them, this book is a comprehensive guide to how any hospitality business can improve its environmental performance."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved

Author : Philip Sloan
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 0415531241
Total Pages : 390 pages
Book Rating : 4.45/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sustainability in the Hospitality Industry written by Philip Sloan and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013 with total page 390 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Revealing and refreshing ideas for the neglected area of sustainability in hospitality management, this title presents viable strategies for saving energy and promoting a positive image for hotel managers, restaurant managers and other hospitality providers.

Author : Yogendra K. Sharma
Publisher : Kanishka Publishers
ISBN 13 : 9788173917011
Total Pages : 424 pages
Book Rating : 4.19/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Hotel Management written by Yogendra K. Sharma and published by Kanishka Publishers. This book was released on 2004 with total page 424 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Book Has Been Designed So As To Make The Students, Scholars And Teachers Informed Of The Basic Fundamental Concepts And Environmental Concepts Of Hotel Education. It Covers The Syllabi Of All The Institutes Of Hotel Management And India Universities On The Subject.