TRAVEL WITH PURPOSE
Italy
Italy's Sustainability Roadmap
EMERGENCY
Emergencys exhibition project featuring a collection of photographs that documented the construction of the hospital in Uganda, which is Gino Stradas latest project, was displayed in our hotels with great success
VILLA RUSSIZ
Villa Russiz is a wine maker since 1800 They started a child house development in 1878 Today part of their revenue goes to the child house and many other projects related to the foundation One of them is to build an hospitality schools to support these children For this reason Hilton included 5 of their labels in to the wine lists to support the foundation
HILTON x PORTICO DI ROMAGNA
Following the summer floods that devastated the provinces of Rimini, Ravenna, and the Apennine region of Forlì Cesena, Hilton was one of the companies that decided to actively participate in relief efforts by sending a dedicated team to the town of Modigliana during the initial phase of the emergency response
HILTON COMMUNITY DAYS
World Water Day, Earth Hour, Earth Day, World Environment Day, Womens equality day, International Peace day, International Volunteer Day
TOO GOOD TO GO
Hilton Milan
ESG initiatives
FARSI PROSSIMO ONLUS
Hilton Milan help in the reorganization of the shelters and with painting walls We also donate winter clothes, especially for children Team Members also volunteered to replant and clean the garden of Casa Suraya
HILTON SUSTAINABILITY FORUM
Hilton Milan hosted its first Sustainability Forum bringing together industry leaders academics and professionals to discuss best practices in environmental and social sustainability With university partnerships and speakers from prominent firms like Will and Deloitte, the event highlighted our commitment to a greener future
GREENHOUSE
The greenhouse situated on the terrace at the first floor plays an important role in supporting the hotels culinary initiatives A portion of the greenhouse is dedicated to cultivating fresh organic produce, allowing the hotel's talented chefs to craft delectable dishes inspired by the season's bounty
FOOD & DRINKS
Bill holders and menu covers have been replaced with products made from regenerated leather The Brita water filtration system allows for the elimination of bottled water transportation, making water management more efficient, resulting in a reduction of plastic usage by both customers and staff members
FONDAZIONE MALATTIE DEL SANGUE
Collecting caps to finance annual scholarship for a biologist/geneticist involved in research projects involved in research projects on some pathological types
ESG clients activities
Step into our mixology experience for a hands-on adventure behind the bar With a maximum of 10 guests choose your ingredients from our greenhouse to craft both alcoholic and non alcholic Spritz
Guided by our expert bartender its a journey of creativity and flavor you wont forget Join us for a unique blend of learning partying, and pure enjoyment
Step into the lush oasis of Hilton Milans
terrace greenhouse Join us for an exclusive Pesto Cooking Class and immerse yourself in the world of aromatic basil as you pick it straight from the greenhouse
Our expert chef will guide you through the art of crafting the perfect pesto sauce sharing tips and tricks passed down through generations
This activity allows you to bring your team to collect waste on the famous Naviglio of Milano
Volunteers will board dragons kayaks and stand-up paddles to "scour" the bottom of the canal At the start of the event one of our experienced captains will give you a short introduction You will then board and our skippers will bring you to some of the most beautiful and surprising places The team with the biggest haul and the team with the most special catch will receive a fitting prize
Regenesi transform unused raw materia s into exclusive design object and fashion accessories made through made-in-Italy manufacturing
Participants will be invited to "put their hands in a dark box” and recognize its materials They will learn to identify how it is possible for scraps to regenerate new beauty With the ”Regenerate Your Jeans activity” participants will choose from the available models and proceed to transform their jeans into a new product that can continue to tell a story
Mixology class
Regenesi
Pesto experience
Naviglio clean up
Hilton Sorrento Palace
ESG initiatives
BIODEGRADABLE AND ORGANIC NAPKINS USE
The use of biodegradable and compostable napkins at Pagoda Pool Bar and at breakfast in L’Alba will reduce laundry cost, staff and time consuming With the use of bamboo napkins a net saving of about 38% was calculated on the napkin washing only, without calculating the least expenditure of energy of the staff
BREAKFAST
Jam dispensers at breakfast will impact on consumption reducing the food waste of single portion jars and fresh orange juice available
VEGETABLE GARDEN
The menu is focused on locally sourced products some of them are even cultivated in our garden
Our garden is a source of production, such as: extra virgin olive oil from our olive garden and orange and lemon jam from our citrus garden
WATER BOTTLES
Customized thermal water bottles are available to sell at the Bar Pagoda and free water refill is offered to guests using water bottles
AWARDS
Starfish/ Marevivo 3 sea stars certified
CLEAN THE WORLD
Bar soap and bottled amenities recycling
ESG Clients activities
Plant walnut trees and lemon trees in our citrus garden while enjoying a fresh lemon and orange juice About 2 hours to enjoy making fresh juices and tree planting in the vegetable garden of the hotel
A scenic road framed by huge cliffs and the remains of the ancient Roman Villa leads to a wonderful natural arch over the sea Everyone wins with this group experience that combines team bonding swimming and giving Rebirth this site A couple of hours beach cleaning is not only sustainable but also results in lots of fun As a team you are guaranteed to leave motivated and inspired
Visit the citrus garden of the Hilton Sorrento Palace and choose the ingredients to create your signature cocktail About 2 hours to enjoy selecting lemon and/or oranges from our citrus garden and making your signature cocktail under the guidelines of our mixologist
Guests can lounge on checkered tablecloths, sip freshly squeezed juices served in whimsical citrus cups and why not enjoy a pizza and sparkling wine The smell of citrus flowers creates a pleasant ambiance and guests are welcome to come and plant new plants in our garden We work together to feed the plants have fun and maybe even discovering the secret to growing vegetables
Rome Cavalieri, a Waldorf Astoria Hotel
ESG initiatives
WORLD DAY OF THE POOR
On the World Day of the Poor, held in 2018 and 2023, the Rome Cavalieri and the other Hilton properties in Italy offered food preparation and their banqueting services - including tables, silverware, china and linens, to about 1200 disadvantaged people in the beautifully appointed Paul VI Hall, with a very special guest taking his seat at the main table: His Holiness Pope Francis
EQUOEVENTO
The idea of EquoEvento was born by chance, at a wedding, when the four founders saw waiters throw away an astonishing amount of excellent uneaten food They decided to make a difference and find a way to correct what they deemed a shameful waste of food The Rome Cavalieri was the first hotel to embrace EquoEvento’s philosophy and, over the past five years the association has recovered and redistributed the equivalent of over 18,000 meals to local charities in and around Rome
ADOPT A PUBLIC PARK
The Rome Cavalieri approached the City of Rome with a plan to rehabilitate and maintain one of the local public parks at the end of Via Alberto Cadlolo where the hotel is situated
SANT‘EGIDIO COMMUNITY DOMUS HOMELESS SHELTER
The Rome Cavalieri helped to furnish and repair an 18th Century building donated by the Vatican to the local Sant’Edigio Community charity
REFUGEES WELCOME ITALIA
In partnership with RWI, Refugees Welcome Italia the Rome Cavalieri welcomed 12 young refugees for a dedicated training
ESG Clients activities
During their stay in Rome delegates have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the world of beekeeping Experts guide them through an introduction to beekeeping including the hands-on construction of beehives and these beehives are then donated to local communities, fostering the growth of beekeeping culture in the area To experience delegates are invited to indulge in a reception showcasing delicious honey-based products
Carmina Campus was born, in 2006 from the vision and creativity of Ilaria Venturini Fendi who developed RE f)USE with the aim of giving new life to materials that would otherwise end up in landfills
The Rome Cavalieri now offers a creative workshop experience that takes place in the heart of Rome, and includes a tour of detailed explanation of how the reuse of materials, combined with high quality craftsmanship, gives life to “sustainable creativity”
With an ever-greater focus on offering a environmental sustainability during corporate meetings and events, the Rome Cavalieri offers a fun healthy and sustainable coffee break: pedal your bike and create a tasty smoothie to enjoy with the other participants There is something for all tastes not only seasonal fruit but also a detox option with green apple, arugula and lemon juice Cin cin
Spend a memorable day in the Colfiorito Nature Reserve immersed in the Umbrian and adventurous activity of foraging An expert will explain all the properties and characteristics of the different wild seasonal species and will walk with you through some of the local woods and fields in order to pick together herbs, fruits Upon returning from your foraging you will learn to cook with what you just helped pick and enjoy a delicious meal
Bee Sustainable Sustainable goodness RE(F)USE
Aleph Rome Curio Collection by Hilton
ESG initiatives
AWARDS
Green Key certificate, Part of the program «Stelle Marine» with Marevivo
FOOD & DRINKS
Plastic reduction in F&B using eco-packaging; recycling of cooking oil Installation of water dispenser for team members Drink list with 100% organic cocktails, dedicated Vegan Menù for the guest during the Veganuary Too Good To Go partnership activated for the Breakfast leftovers
GUESTS
Changing of bed sheets and towels every three days or upon guest request
Making of digital city map for the guests
SOCIALS AND COMMUNITY
Collaboration with a local school to raise awareness on environmental best practices
Books donation to a local senior center
Donation of furniture, toys, strollers, to a local new school for disabled children
Provide Tech Support to local schools to configure and install Wi-Fi for remote learning lessons
Removed Plastic in public Areas
Making of a dining area for team members using leftover breakfast items
Dedicated lesson for Team Members in occasion of the Breast Cancer
Awareness Month
Dedicated lesson for Team Members regarding the Healthy Food
ESG Clients activities
SIP & SUSTAIN
A unique mixology experience to discover how you can enjoy an extraordinary cocktail the "Golden Sunset," while taking care of our planet, step by step In this flavourful adventure we will guide you through the creation of an extraordinary cocktail that wil not only delight your palate but also contribute to preserving the environment The star of this lesson is Flor De Cana an eco- friendly rum that embraces sustainability in every phase of its production This premium distillate proudly stands as Carbon Neutral and Fairtrade certified ensuring fairness for the producers
CRAFTING THE KRIPTONITE
During opportunity to get to work, create, and present sustainable and quality drinks The recipe we will create together with the customers will encapsulate everything described above the Wow effect will not be lacking! The “Kriptonite” is made of gin infusion lends a rich and complex flavour profile, incorporating notes of earthiness and depth The infusion process adds a unique twist to the traditional gin base creating a cocktail ingredient thats both sustainable and intriguing
SUSTAINABLE PIC-NIC
Enjoy the beauty of the famous Villa Borghese, the most fascinating park in Rome, with your friends and family with our special eco-friendly pic-nic box Choose your favourite combination of Vegan dishes combined with homemade icetea or smoothie Our Executive Chef Carmine Buonanno has created locally sourced plant based menu including delicious vegetable from the Roman country side, genuine hummus and seasonal fresh fruit The eco-picnic box includes cotton table cloth and compostable packaging
Hilton Molino Stucky Venice
ESG initiatives
CERTIFICATION
Green Key Certificate holder for 9 years in a row MareVivo the hotel achieved the highest score and to have been awarded by Marevivo with three stars as part of the "Plastic Free and more" campaign, which recognized our continuous commitment and proactive approach towards a greener and more eco-sustainable future
FOOD & DRINKS
Restaurant Aromi’s wine menu is made of ecological paper produced with scraps of natural raw materials, grapes and coffee, which replace up to 15% of cellulose from trees
Offering Villa Russiz wines in our outlets - all proceeds go to support their foster home project
Skyline Rooftop Bar offers some zero-waste cocktails and our mixologists use a lot of local ingredients from the lagoon
SOCIAL COMMITMENT
Food waste reduction through weekly food donations to the Redentore Church from the meetings events at the hotel and from the Team Member canteen (on Tuesdays and Thursdays)
Sustainable giveaways creation in collaboration with local artisans and volunteering associations to connect with the local community and bring the Guests closer to the community
Trainings with the Chef and the Spa aimed at developing new skills for the inmates of the local female correctional facility useful for their reintegration into the community
CLEAN THE WORLD
Program donating left-over soap to people in need and recycling used bathroom amenity bottles
ESG Clients activities
Join the volunteers of the Lazzaretto Nuovo island in maintaining the gardens and protecting the biodiversity of this historical ecomuseum set within the Venetian Lagoon Explore the marvellous ecosystem and history of the lazzaretto that will open its doors exclusively for you during an immersive guided tour of the island and the barene complex water habitats halfway between water and dry land, home to plants and animals that can live nowhere else
Team up with the volunteers to upkeep and clean these areas most precious and unique habitat of the lagoon slowly disappearing due to the climate change
Clean
Join the volunteers of the city of Venice in protecting the Venetian lagoon, the city of Venice and its most fragile areas Discover the uniqueness of the lagoon during this immersive and educational experience guided by the volunteers that will bring you closer to the issues of the environmental impacts of a waste cycle The volunteers will work with your group to identify the most suitable location for the clean up, keeping in mind the specificity of the different areas of the lagoon throughout the year
End the day by calculating the weight of the waste collected and learning more about the waste disposal that works towards upkeeping and safeguarding the lagoon
Safeguard the Venice lagoon
up
Hilton Lake Como
ESG Initiatives
IMPERFECT
Since January 2023 Hilton Lake Como has committed to supporting the nonprofit organization Imperfect Its mission is to raise awareness about the importance of prevention early diagnosis of breast cancer and self-care Part of the proceeds of a selected signature dish and mocktail Imperfect is donated to the association The mocktail is served in a glass dedicated to Kintsugi, an ancient Japanese technique of repairing objects with gold, to highlight the idea that imperfections can give birth to new forms of perfection
SOCIAL
Monthly volunteering at Caritas
Supporting local communities with the Orto della Pinguina association
FOOD & DRINKS
Removed all plastic from meeting spaces F&B offering is dependent on seasonal produce
GREEN KEY CERTIFICATION
ESG Clients activities
Lake Como is the most popular lake in Italy and its our responsibility to keep it and its surrounding area clean for generations to come In cooperation with Legambiente take your team to the shore of Lake Como for a creative lesson in upcycling This team experience combines bonding, recycling, creativity and fun
Use materials found in and around the lake to create benches to donate to the territory flower vases, shelves and much more
The Art of (Im)perfection
Discover the fine art of mixology in a 1-hour masterclass led by our expert bartenders Learn the magic of using smoke and dry ice in your creations inspired by signature cocktails One featured mocktail “Imperfect” supports breast cancer awareness and prevention It’s made of raspberries and blackberries ginger extract lemon and soda It is served in a glass dedicated to Kintsugi, an ancient Japanese technique of repairing objects with gold, to highlight the idea that imperfections can give birth to new forms of perfection Part of the proceeds will be donated to charity Up to 15 people
Creative Upcycle
Sulià House Porto Rotondo Curio Collection by Hilton
ESG Initiatives
SOCIAL COMMITMENT
Hilton's commitment to sustainability social change, and community resilience is helping raise the standard for responsible travel Were proud to announce that Sulià House Porto Rotondo participates in food donations to the "Volontariato Vincenziano di Olbia" in order to reduce food waste and help local communities
WATER APPRECIATION
At Sulià House we value every single drop of water We have a water saving policy with wells that provide water to our irrigation system We abolished plastic glasses and replaced them with glass bottles for clients and branded Hilton water bottles for all our Team Members
FOOD & DRINKS
At Sulià, we have different food policies that apply both to clients and staff We are the first ethic restaurant of the coast, working with local suppliers and changing the menu upon availability of food and using the 0km products We supply the breakfast buffet with fruits from our gardens and small local suppliers The majority of our wines come from small biodynamic Sardinian canteens In our kitchen we have a circular cuisine with a zero waste policy, using every part of the product and avoiding food waste
ESG Clients activities
Clients can enjoy a serene walking tour either in our beautiful gardens, with our gardener, or in a specific place within the area with a botanist to learn about the sacred plants of Sardinia and discover more about the culture of the territory and its precious biodiversity
Our drink list has been designed with particular attention to the local provenance of the products, reflecting our philosophy of regional excellence The drinks are made entirely with Sardinian products, from liqueurs to spirits, from lemon to spices of our gardens
Every month, at Sulià House we organize a sea-view aperitif on our panoramic rooftop involving one or more local artists who expose their masterpiece at the hotel for a couple of weeks During this time clients can learn more about local artisans and support them purchasing their arts
Every month at Sulià House, we organize a sea-view aperitif on our panoramic rooftop involving one or more local artists who expose their masterpiece at the hotel for a couple of weeks During this time, clients can learn more about local artisans and support them purchasing their arts
Bio Walks
Sensitive Movement and Sound
An Ode To Sardinia Local Culture promotion