Hotels go ‘green’ as awards encourage waste management
Firms displaying a gold, silver or bronze Green Fáilte Award Certificate are actively managing their waste effectively and contributing to a more environmentally friendly Ireland.
The awards programme is designed to encourage investment in sustainable management practices within hotels and restaurantsAccording to Maurice Bergin, a member of Cork Chamber Waste Task Force: "The hospitality sector in Cork has embraced the opportunity to play its part in reducing the negative environmental impact by supporting the Green Fáilte Award Scheme in its first year of operation.