Asia Pacific Hotel Sustainability Trends 2020

Key Insights: 

Impact of COVID-19 on Sustainability Efforts: 

• The pandemic significantly affected the hospitality industry, leading to reduced operations and lower resource consumption. However, the crisis did not reverse sustainability trends, and many hotels maintained their commitment to eco-friendly practices. 

Energy and Water Usage Trends: 

• Several countries, including Korea, Japan, and Indonesia, reported reductions in energy usage per square meter across all hotel types in 2019 compared to previous years. 

• Water usage also showed positive trends, with countries like India, Korea, and Singapore continuously reducing their water usage per occupied room since 2018. 

Cost Management: 

• The report highlights how some countries successfully managed to reduce energy costs despite the challenges posed by the pandemic. For instance, Indonesia and Singapore consistently reduced energy costs per square meter over the years, demonstrating effective energy management practices. 

Adoption of Common Sustainability Practices: 

• High uptake rates were observed for practices such as water and energy tracking, with over 97% of hotels in the region tracking their consumption regularly. 

• Other prevalent practices include preventive maintenance programs (96% uptake) and the use of LED lighting in more than 75% of interior spaces (86% uptake). 

Challenges and Opportunities: 

• While common practices are widely adopted, the report notes that there is still room for improvement in more advanced sustainability practices. For instance, only a small percentage of hotels have implemented renewable energy generation or purchased carbon offsets.

This report serves as a critical benchmark for hotels in the Asia-Pacific region, helping them measure their progress in sustainability and identify areas for further improvement. 

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