Hotels Taking Steps Towards Sustainability in Straffan

The Radisson Blu Royal Hotel Dublin is a prime example of the Radisson Hotel Group's firm commitment to environmental sustainability and social responsibility. They have a well-established history of responsible business operations, underscored by their ambitious, award-winning programs. At the heart of their operations is a passion for caring for others, extending beyond their hotel walls into local communities, where they work diligently to create a better future for all. Emphasizing respect, growth, and opportunity, they treat all associated individuals—from guests and team members to suppliers and partners—with dignity. The hotels within the Radisson Hotel Group operate with the aim of supporting local communities, in harmony with their "Every Moment Matters" spirit.

The Morrison Dublin, Curio Collection by Hilton, has achieved a Gold level from Green Tourism for its commitment towards sustainability and for actively working towards a more eco-friendly future. The hotel's 'Love the Earth' initiative has shaped numerous practices in each department, all designed to minimize its carbon footprint and support a sustainable future, all without compromising on guest comfort and style.

Notably, the hotel has taken strides in promoting biodiversity by choosing local produce, reducing single-use plastic, and supporting local habitat through adopting native bee hives. These efforts extend to the hotel's operations, with steps taken to conserve energy, save water, reduce waste, and support environmentally focused community projects. The hotel has embraced ethical buying, staying local and seasonal, and promoting biodiversity. From providing electric chargers in the carpark to segregating and recycling waste in each department, and from replacing lighting with LED to delivering laundry service in reusable bags, The Morrison Dublin consistently champions green practices. Also noteworthy are the food & beverage department's efforts to use compostable takeaway cups and sustainable seafood, and the meeting & events department's initiative to remove plastic from all meeting rooms and recycle waste from each event.

Brooks Hotel in Dublin showcases a strong commitment to environmental responsibility, diligently reducing waste, recycling, and reusing items across all areas of the hotel. They have made significant strides in their green initiatives such as reducing landfill waste, using energy-efficient LED light bulbs throughout the hotel, and eliminating single-use plastics in their Food & Beverage departments. In addition, their focus on digital communication minimizes paper use, with an environmental protection note included in email signatures. Recognized for its efforts, Brooks Hotel has been awarded the Eco-Label by GreenHospitality.ie and continues to support local community through tree planting exercises, beach cleanups, and awareness campaigns.

The hotel's Francesca’s Restaurant, a member of Good Food Ireland, also embodies this commitment by using produce from an urban herb garden, foraging for wild food, sourcing ingredients locally, and maintaining a high standard of environmental awareness among suppliers. In terms of accommodation, Brooks is enhancing the eco-friendliness of its rooms with 'Vingcard' systems for energy efficiency, longer stay linen programs, and phosphate-free cleaning supplies. They also promote the use of local public transportation to guests and encourage shopping in locally-owned boutiques. All these eco-friendly efforts are coupled with a robust team education program on waste reduction and consciousness of environmental importance.