By choosing to stay in a Green Key hotel, guests get assured that they are helping make a difference for the planet. But there is certainly more to it.
‘Green Key Certification’ is the key to unlocking sustainability in the hospitality industry. The prestigious Green Key certificate represents a commitment by businesses that their premises pay attention to the strict standards set by the Foundation for Environmental Education.
It is a leading standard for excellence in the field of environmental responsibility and sustainable operation within the tourism industry. By choosing to stay in a Green Key certified establishment while planning to travel to Dubai, guests get assured that they are helping make a difference for the planet.
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Green Key Certification is eligible for hotels, hostels, small accommodations, campsites, holiday parks, restaurants, conference centers and attractions. Rigorous documentation and frequent audits maintain the high environmental standards expected of the certified establishments.
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Green Key is a sustainability programme
So far, the Green Key certificate has been granted to more than 5,300 entities in over 60 countries across the globe. Its criteria are based on the UN sustainable development goals and includes requirements on limiting environmental impact and supporting the local economy.
Since Green Key is a sustainability programme, participants are required to commit to continuous improvements and report on them at the time of making the annual re-application. The programme offers personal consultation, winning and free communication materials.
The criteria covers 13 areas – staff involvement, environmental management, guest information, water, energy, washing and cleaning, food and beverage, waste, administration, indoor environment, green areas, green activities and corporate social responsibility.
Green Key is better than most – here’s why
There are plenty of tourism certificates globally, each one of them certifying tourist establishments in a different manner on the basis of different standards. Read on for a set of strong factors making Green Key one of the leading certificates.
1. High-quality certificate
Quality comes first for Green Key. It adheres to rigorous standards of certifying an establishment, such as transparency of the programme, regular on-site audits by trained auditors and third-party verification. The criteria are internationally recognised.
2. Non-profit driven
Green Key is managed by the Foundation for Environmental Education – a non-profit, non-governmental organisation. Since the programme is not-for-profit, the participation expenses become relatively more affordable for interested establishments.
3. Global certificate understanding national context
Green Key has thousands of entities in 60+ countries. In over 40 nations, national Green Key operators manage the programme, implying establishments receive support in their own language. Importantly, national operators understand the national context.
4. Dialogue-based and multi-stakeholder programme
The Green Key programme is not driven by a single entity but involves multiple stakeholders. In addition, it acknowledges that different businesses face different struggles and therefore, offers support from the beginning itself – from the application process to the final certification.
5. Internationally recognized tourism certificate
The prestigious Green Key programme is recognised by the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) and the World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO). Furthermore, Green Key is working in close cooperation with the UK’s University of Surrey to receive scientific-based support.
6. Promotion
Green Key appreciates different tourist establishments’ efforts to become greener and more sustainable. Therefore, it is always ready to promote the entities by publishing best practice stories on their website, social media and newsletter.
Green Key certified establishments in Dubai
Here are the list of Hotels in Dubai with Green Key Certification –
1. W Dubai – Mina Seyahi
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Situated on the prominent Jumeirah Beach coastline, W Dubai – Mina Seyahi is an urban luxury escape. It is the ultimate dining and nightlife destination housing unique restaurants, bars and lounges. The accommodation offers a 24 hour front-desk and currency exchange.
2. Fairmont The Palm
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Located directly on its own private beach in Palm Jumeirah, Fairmont The Palm offers stunning rooms and suites featuring contemporary decor and calm colours. Guests can enjoy culinary classics from across the globe, relax at the spa or take a dip in one of the pools.
3. The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina
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Occupying a prime location on Jumeirah Beach, this 5-star resort features a 500-metre private beach, luxurious rooms, 5 resort pools, 8 restaurants and Jungle Bay waterpark. It is also just 20 minutes away from Burj Khalifa and The Dubai Mall.
4. Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Waterpark
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Located in Jumeirah, Le Meridien Mina Seyahi has several swimming pools situated amidst lush gardens, 5 dining and entertainment venues and a 1,200-metre sandy beach. Guests also get to take advantage of access to Jungle Bay waterpark.
5. Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre
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Situated at a convenient distance of just 2 km from the Deira City Centre Shopping Mall and 8 km from the Gold Souk (Gold Market), this 5-star retreat has luxuriously furnished rooms, 4 pools and 18 restaurants and bars for guests to choose from.
6. Aloft Dubai Airport
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Located 2 km from Dubai International Airport, 7.7 km from Grand Mosque and 8.7 km from Sahara Centre, this 4-star establishment offers an outdoor swimming pool, sun terrace, buffet or continental breakfast, fitness centre and shared lounge.
7. Aloft Al Mina
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This property is situated at a distance of 4 km from Dubai World Trade Centre and 5.8 km from City Walk Mall. It features a restaurant, 24-hour front desk, business centre, fitness centre, free private parking, concierge service and currency exchange for guests.
8. Element Dubai Airport
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Conveniently located 2 km from the airport, this property has a lot of interesting things to offer, including a continental or glutten-free breakfast, free shuttle service, sun terrace, free bikes, ATM and fitness centre. Staff here speak Arabic, English, Hindi and Filipino.
9. H Hotel Dubai
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Get celebrity treatment at The H Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road. The hotel is popular for its selection of dining and nightlife experiences, Mandara Spa and a state-of-the-art fitness centre. It is just a 15-minute drive from Souk Madinat Jumeirah and Mall of the Emirates.
10. Raffles Dubai
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Inspired by the great pyramids of Egypt, this award-winning hotel is a stunning landmark in Dubai’s skyline. Handcrafted ornaments and luxurious fabrics decorate the rooms, while a shopping adventure lies around the corner as Raffles Dubai adjoins Wafi.
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