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In a series of proactive steps, Coral Beach Resort Sharjah hosted carbon emission experts, conducting audits, and empowering its staff through awareness sessions. Driving a new step for environmental responsibility in the hospitality sector Coral Beach Resort Sharjah, announced the commencement of its comprehensive strategy towards achieving zero carbon emissions. The journey towards zero carbon emissions began with a site visit conducting Greenhouse Gas assessment in accordance with the GHG Protocol Corporate Standard and level 1 energy survey and analysis audit by the Climate & Conservation Consortium (CCC) headed by Sanith de S. Wijeyeratne, Director/CEO and his expert team in energy, carbon management and green buildings. Leveraging the CCC’s expertise, their team meticulously assessed every aspect of the hotel’s activities, from energy consumption and waste management to transportation and procurement practices. Their insights have laid the foundation for a targeted strategy aimed at achieving carbon neutrality. Furthermore, the initiative includes a series of informative awareness sessions for its staff, giving sessions delving into the intricacies of carbon emissions, exploring impacts and the importance of mitigation strategies.
“It’s encouraging to witness Coral Beach Resort Sharjah’s proactive stance on carbon emissions. Their initiative demonstrates a commendable dedication to sustainability that will undoubtedly inspire change in the industry”, Sanith de S. Wijeyeratne, Director/CEO of Climate & Conservation Consortium (CCC), said during the awareness sessions.
“Our commitment to sustainability extends beyond words to tangible action,” says Iftikhar Hamdani, Area General Manager of Coral Beach Resort Sharjah. “By hosting experts, conducting audits and empowering our team, we are taking concrete steps towards our goal of zero carbon emissions. We believe that this step will be able to inspire others to follow suit and driving positive change on a global scale.”
Coral Beach Resort Sharjah has been recognized for its outstanding commitment to environmental sustainability and to its team, having received several awards, including the Hotel of the Year 2023 – Sustainable Initiatives and Hotel Team of the Year 2021 by the Hozpitality Group, it acknowledged the dedication and leadership in promoting sustainability initiatives.
By embarking on this determined initiative, Coral Beach Resort Sharjah is reaffirming its commitment to environmental stewardship and paving the way for a more sustainable future for the hospitality industry.
