“Sustainability doesn’t necessarily take something away from people, it can add and it can be an additive opportunity.” — Dina Belon
The Design
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Innovations: From Concept to Commitment, The Evolution of Sustainability in Hospitality
Apr 02, 2026
48 mins
Dallas Bentley,Rachel Berkin,Dina Belon Sayre,David Mahood
Hospitality Unpacked
Innovations: From Concept to Commitment, The Evolution of Sustainability in Hospitality

Sustainability is now a big part of hospitality, and GreenVoice by NEWH has helped lead that change. Now celebrating 15 years, GreenVoice shows how the industry has grown from basic awareness to real action and better standards.

This episode of Hospitality Unpacked breaks down how sustainability works in real life. We talk about how manufacturers are sharing clearer information, how rules are pushing companies to improve, and how hotel owners are finding simple ways to reduce waste while improving the guest experience. From removing single use plastics to changing how rooms are cleaned and reusing buildings in smarter ways, the conversation shows that sustainability can be practical and good for business.

For designers, hotel owners, and teams working toward sustainability goals, this episode gives a clear and honest look at what is actually working today. It shows how sustainability is becoming a normal part of daily decisions in hospitality.

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Sustainability is now a big part of hospitality, and GreenVoice by NEWH has helped lead that change. Now celebrating 15 years, GreenVoice shows how the industry has grown from basic awareness to real action and better standards.

This episode of Hospitality Unpacked breaks down how sustainability works in real life. We talk about how manufacturers are sharing clearer information, how rules are pushing companies to improve, and how hotel owners are finding simple ways to reduce waste while improving the guest experience. From removing single use plastics to changing how rooms are cleaned and reusing buildings in smarter ways, the conversation shows that sustainability can be practical and good for business.

For designers, hotel owners, and teams working toward sustainability goals, this episode gives a clear and honest look at what is actually working today. It shows how sustainability is becoming a normal part of daily decisions in hospitality.

Innovations: From Concept to Commitment, The Evolution of Sustainability in Hospitality
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40 mins
Christian Schnyder,Luke Spink,Cindy Jones,Leonardo Luciano,Lanee Burns