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Shelbourne Sustainability

The Shelbourne Hotel prioritises environmental responsibility, embedding sustainability into our core business strategies. As an iconic establishment with a 200-year history, we recognise the importance of preserving our planet for future generations. We aim to drive positive environmental and social change across our operations, supply chain, and the communities we serve.

Sustainability Initatives

At The Shelbourne, we are dedicated to sustainability, evidenced by our efforts to reduce our environmental footprint. This commitment is guided by five key initiatives that integrate sustainable practices into the daily operations of the entire hotel, helping us achieve our sustainability goals.

Water Conservation

Our maintenance team monitors monthly water consumption, and sensor-controlled urinals and sensor taps in public toilets reduce usage. Slimline cisterns and double flush systems are installed in all toilets, with regular spot checks conducted. A rainwater harvester is installed onsite to water the window boxes.

Energy Efficiency

We procure 100% Green Electricity and use state-of-the-art, efficient equipment. LED lighting is installed throughout, and a Building Management System ensures precise control. Guestrooms operate a towel and linen reuse program with key card-activated power.

Community Social Responsibility

We promote sustainable transport, encouraging public transport and walking to local attractions. See here for information on getting here via public transport . The Bike to Work scheme is available to all associates, supporting eco-friendly commuting options. The hotel aims to fundraise and donate to 5 charities annually. Additionally, staff are informed on best practice operations through regular trainings. The hotel operates a TakeCare committee which prioritises staff and community wellbeing.

Green Purchasing

At The Shelbourne Hotel, we prioritise sourcing food from local suppliers to minimise food miles and support the community. Our Green Procurement Policy is available to view here for more information.

Waste Management

The Shelbourne Hotel aims to minimise waste across all operations. The hotel practices waste segregation, employs smart toiletry dispensers, sends electronic invoices, provides zero waste dishes, removes single-use plastics where feasible and replaces paper menus in guest rooms with QR codes. Our team is constantly implementing innovative solutions to reduce waste where possible. The hotel is a proud member of Repak Ireland.

Shelbourne Environmental Management Policy

The Shelbourne Hotel, together with Marriott International, is committed to contributing to a cleaner and safer environment, protecting and enhancing it, making a positive and long-term sustainable impact within the Tourism Industry. We aim to reduce the carbon footprint of the hotel by reducing waste, water and energy use through responsible and sustainable business practices.

Green Hospitality – Silver Award Certification

The Green Hospitality Awards are an internationally recognised third-party environmental & sustainability certification awards programme which requires businesses to follow a set of defined criteria and implement an Environmental Management System which builds towards a full sustainability programme. We are honoured to have received the Silver Award from Green Hospitality, a testament to our ongoing commitment to sustainability. This recognition highlights our dedication to implementing eco-friendly practices, from energy and water conservation to waste reduction and responsible sourcing. As we celebrate this achievement, we are already focused on the future, with the ambitious goal of reaching gold level certification by the end of 2025. Our commitment to environmental stewardship is at the heart of our operations, driving us to continually enhance our efforts and promote sustainable tourism.

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Food Waste Reduction Initiatives

The Shelbourne is dedicated to operating as a responsible business and minimising its environmental impact through sustainable practices, as demonstrated by our commitment to The PLEDGE™ on Food Waste Certification. Recognising the importance of environmental sustainability, we are focused on reducing our ‘Food Print’ and fostering a food waste-conscious environment. The culinary team and the Food and Beverage Team at the hotel continues to revise food preparation techniques and reduce waste where possible.

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BREEAM In Use

BREEAM is a building certification system that measures and assesses the sustainability performance of buildings. BREEAM aids in guiding assets in best practice building management techniques to ensure minimal environmental impact. The Shelbourne Hotel achieved a Very Good rating in Part 1 and Part 2 of the BREEAM auditing process. This rating is a testament to the considerate methods in which The Shelbourne is managed, and the team’s commitment to environmental responsibility. This is a particularly impressive achievement considering the building is 200 years old.