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M I S S I O N
HOTREC is the umbrella Association of Hotels, Restaurants, Bars and Cafes and
similar establishments in Europe, which brings together 44 National associations
in 30 countries, and is the voice of the hospitality industry in Europe.
HOTREC’s mission is to:
• Represent and champion its interests towards the EU and international
institutions, as well as to all kind of relevant stakeholders;
• Foster knowledge sharing and best practice among its Members, in order to
further promote innovation;
• Act as a platform of expertise for the European hospitality industry.
PARTNER OF:
The One Planet Network is the network of the 10 Year Framework of Programmes
on Sustainable Consumption and Production.
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Making tourism more resource efficient: guidance and solutions to raise energy efficiency in the european hospitality industry
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Contents Foreword by the Secretary General of UNWTO Foreword by the Director General of DG Environment, European Commission Message from the President and from the CEO of HOTREC HOTREC charter on sustainable energy and energy efficiency Energy efficiency and hospitality: the big picture Key aspects of a good energy management policy Tips for energy savings with little investments Long-term energy saving solutions requiring investments Selected examples of energy efficient hotels and restaurants Best-practice initiatives by HOTREC members Acknowledgements Access the Membership