Staypineapple's new refillable water bottles and refill station
Source: https://hotelbusiness.com/staypineapple-expands-green-initiatives/
Author: Adam Perkowsky
“Staypineapple has worked incredibly hard over the years to provide exceptional experiences that guests can also feel good about,” said Dina Belon, COO, Staypineapple. “In everything we do, we consider the impact on our guests, team members, communities, the planet and all of the creatures that inhabit it. From 70% renewable energy usage at our hotels to installing refillable soap dispensers instead of following the industry standard of single-use soap bottles, we have always strived to provide better experiences that are better for the environment. But we know we can do more, and it is with this in mind that we are making new commitments to our guests and team members.
Another amenity that Staypineapple offers guests is unlimited in-room coffee and tea, utilizing Keurig machines and specially-curated branded Keurig K-Cups. Instead of eliminating this offering, the brand is in the process of sourcing a 100% compostable K-Cup option to replace all previous K-Cups nationwide by the end of this year.
Staypineapple commits to increasing the percentage of renewable energy used in operating its hotels from the current 70% renewable energy to 90% renewable energy by 2026. It is also committed to increasing its recyclables and compost diversion from the current 30% to 50% by 2024. Beyond bringing recycling efforts back to pre-pandemic levels, it commits to a 75% recycling rate throughout its portfolio by 2027.