Pro-environmental practices and green solutions adoption in Western Balkans hotels: transformative path to enhance sustainability
In the rapidly evolving landscape of hospitality, the emphasis on sustainability and environmental stewardship has gained unprecedented momentum. Hotels, as significant consumers of resources and contributors to waste, are increasingly recognizing the imperative of adopting green splutions. The pape...
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| description | In the rapidly evolving landscape of hospitality, the emphasis on sustainability and environmental stewardship has gained unprecedented momentum. Hotels, as significant consumers of resources and contributors to waste, are increasingly recognizing the imperative of adopting green splutions. The paper started from the initial hypothesis H that different green solutions are a long-term path to achieving sustainable and responsible business in hotels. Research conducted among managers and owners of hotels in mountain centers of the Western Balkans showed that among employees there is a need for a transition from classic to sustainable business. Central to this transition are two factors: green training and green rewards, which together foster a culture of sustainability within the hotel industry. This paper explores the essential role of green training in equipping hotel staff with the knowledge and skills needed for sustainable operations, the various green rewards programs that incentivize eco-friendly practices, and the overall environmental performance indicators that reflect a hotel’s commitment to sustainability. By analyzing these interconnected facets, it becomes evident that a holistic approach to environmental responsibility not only enhances the reputation of hotels but also contributes to a more sustainable future. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-6782bd2c8d024f3c9fe5910f9639ab692025-08-20T02:50:16ZengToplica Academy of Applied Studies, Department of Business Studies BlaceBizInfo2217-27692406-23242025-05-01161313910.71159/bizinfo250015R397Pro-environmental practices and green solutions adoption in Western Balkans hotels: transformative path to enhance sustainabilityLjiljana Rakočević0Aleksandra Vujko1Drago Cvijanović2Singidunum University, Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality Management, Belgrade, SerbiaSingidunum University, Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality Management, Belgrade, SerbiaUniversity of Kragujevac, Faculty of Hotel Management and Tourism in Vrnjačka Banja, SerbiaIn the rapidly evolving landscape of hospitality, the emphasis on sustainability and environmental stewardship has gained unprecedented momentum. Hotels, as significant consumers of resources and contributors to waste, are increasingly recognizing the imperative of adopting green splutions. The paper started from the initial hypothesis H that different green solutions are a long-term path to achieving sustainable and responsible business in hotels. Research conducted among managers and owners of hotels in mountain centers of the Western Balkans showed that among employees there is a need for a transition from classic to sustainable business. Central to this transition are two factors: green training and green rewards, which together foster a culture of sustainability within the hotel industry. This paper explores the essential role of green training in equipping hotel staff with the knowledge and skills needed for sustainable operations, the various green rewards programs that incentivize eco-friendly practices, and the overall environmental performance indicators that reflect a hotel’s commitment to sustainability. By analyzing these interconnected facets, it becomes evident that a holistic approach to environmental responsibility not only enhances the reputation of hotels but also contributes to a more sustainable future.https://bizinfo.edu.rs/index.php/bizinfo/article/view/410green solutionsgreen traininggreen rewardssustainabilitywestern balkan hotels |
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| title | Pro-environmental practices and green solutions adoption in Western Balkans hotels: transformative path to enhance sustainability |
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