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Grand Hotel Palace Teams Up with TexCycle Greece for Textile Recycling Initiative

Thessaloniki's five-star Grand Hotel Palace has partnered with TexCycle Greece, one of the largest used clothing collection companies, to recycle its textile waste.

HOTREC Wants Single-use and Reuse Systems in Packaging and Packaging Waste Law

Hotels, restaurants, bars and cafes in Europe are urging lawmakers to ‘recalibrate’ the upcoming EU Packaging and Packaging Waste law.

Gopa Project: Skiathos Launches Cigarette Butt Recycling Scheme

The Municipality of Skiathos has launched the "Gopa Project" to raise awareness of recycling and highlight the importance of protecting the environment.

Greek Hotel Wins Global Award for Turning Green and Becoming Energy Independent

The Mediterranean Village Hotel & Spa in Pieria, Greece, was rewarded for its sustainable management by Blue Flag International, the world-renowned ecolabel run by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE).

Sustainable Travel: Emirates Recycles Over 500,000 kg of Plastic, Glass in One Year

Emirates in 2022 recycled over 500,000 kg of plastic and glass by repurposing discarded bottles onboard, promoting sustainable travel.

EU Tables New Rules to Combat Packaging Waste

The EU is aiming with revised rules to put an end to wasteful plastic and paper packaging.

Olympia Golden Beach Resort & Spa Receives Travelife Gold Award

The Olympia Golden Beach Resort & Spa in the Peloponnese has received the Travelife Gold Award for its sustainable tourism practices.

Greece Aiming to Make Recycling Routine with 5 Reforms

The Greek Environment Ministry has tabled a draft bill for public consultation, with five key points aiming at making recycling a routine practice.

Greece Supports #EUBeachCleanUp Campaign

Greece supports the European Commission’s #EUBeachCleanUp environmental campaign and will hold a beach cleanup event in Kavouri, south of Athens, in September.

Thessaloniki’s Porto Palace Hotel Receives Green Key Sustainability Label

The Porto Palace Hotel Thessaloniki has received the Green Key label for its sustainable practices and eco-friendly hospitality services.

Sustainable Practices for Greek Hoteliers Focus of 1st Go Green Seminar

Water conservation, waste management, recycling and sustainable modes of transport were key issues explored during the 1st Go Green! Hotel Seminar held in Athens.

KLM Recycles Plastic Bottles to Make Tools to Repair its Aircraft

As part of its efforts to reduce waste, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is recycling PET plastic bottles to make 3D tools to repair its aircraft.

Creta Maris Beach Resort Introduces its Sustainability Practices to Students

The Creta Maris Beach Resort on Crete recently introduced its sustainability practices and Zero Waste policy to 50 students from Heraklion.

Kalamaki Beach Resort’s Cleanup Event in Corinth Sees Great Turnout

The Kalamaki Beach Resort once again held a cleanup operation in Paleo Kalamaki near Corinth to raise awareness on the value of recycling.

Lufthansa Upcycling Collection Gives Retired Aircraft a ‘Second Life’

The Lufthansa Upcycling Collection offers exclusive lifestyle and design products made from sustainably recycled aircraft materials.

Athens Airport Presents its Top ‘Green’ Milestones

Athens International Airport (AIA) presented the steps it has been taking towards a better environment since it first opened its doors in 1996.

Metaxa Hospitality Group: Where Luxury Meets Sustainability

Sustainability is a top priority for Metaxa Hospitality Group, which aims to reduce its impact on the environment while offering guests a quality stay in Greece.

Greek Hoteliers Federation Takes Part in Ecocity Forum 2018

The Hellenic Hoteliers Federation will participate in the Ecocity Forum 2018 "Circular Economy in Smart Cities" event, which focuses on circular economy issues.

‘Let’s Clean-up Europe’ Underway, Greek Volunteers Set Example

More than 5,000 volunteers in Greece are setting a bright example by collecting litter and raising awareness as part of the ongoing “Let’s Clean-up Europe” campaign.

‘Green Surfing Mare Villa’ on Paros Welcomes Guests After Renovation

Following extensive renovation works, the Green Surfing Mare Villa on Paros is ready to welcome its guests for the summer season.
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