Central Hotels & Resorts, a hospitality management company in the UAE, is implementing a sustainability programme that combines operational efficiency with environmental results.

 

The company has implemented a "Reduce, Reuse, Recycle" model across all properties, resulting in a 12 per cent reduction in food waste and a 5-77 per cent annual savings on overall food costs.

 

The company also sends organic waste to Dubai Municipality's Waste-to-Energy facility, diverting up to 10 per cent of waste from landfills and lowering disposal fees by AED 20,000 ($5445) to 25,000 annually.

 

This aligns with UAE's climate action goals.

 

The group's restaurants use digital tools to monitor trends and adjust menus in real time, ensuring portion flexibility based on guest preferences.

 

Additionally, the company has replaced plastic room amenities with sustainable, fibre-based alternatives, significantly cutting single-use plastic consumption.

 

These initiatives have led to increased guest satisfaction ratings and increased pride among team members, who are actively implementing additional green practices in daily operations.

 

“Our sustainability roadmap is not just about reducing waste or lowering costs—it’s about creating lasting value for our guests, employees, and community,” said Abdulla Al Ansari, Chief Operating Officer and Group General Manager of Central Hotels & Resorts. “These initiatives reflect our long-term vision of responsible hospitality, where operational excellence goes hand in hand with environmental stewardship.” -TradeArabia News Service