Properties listed in the NOW Sustainability Tool are members of the NOW Force for Good Alliance.
The EarthCheck sustainability certification programme recognise organisations that engage in rigorous, sustainable practices and are more socially responsible with an independent expert audit.
1. EarthCheck Certified is the world’s leading environmental certification and benchmarking program for the travel and tourism industry. It uses a science-based approach to help increase efficiencies, maximise guest experience and minimise their environmental footprint.
2. EarthCheck Evaluate is an entry level program or small lodging companies. After completing a self-assessment on an operator's economic, social and environmental impact, the property will receive an Earth Rating with 1 to 5 globes. An annual independent audit should be scheduled to verify actions and obtain a certification.
| Earth's | % of Best Practice Sustainability Criteria Implemented |
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|---|---|---|
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0 – 20% | Beginning the sustainability journey |
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21 – 40% | Gaining momentum on the sustainability journey |
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41 – 60% | Half way to achieving best practice sustainability |
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61 – 80% | Above average achievement in sustainability |
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81 – 100% | Best practice achievement in sustainability |
Disclaimer: Properties listed in NOW Sustainability Tool are required to take an EarthCheck Evaluate assessment and the results are visible in the NOW Tracker with their annual progress for transparency. Properties are required to arrange an independent audit directly with EarthCheck during the term of their NOW Force for Good Alliance agreement, or the property can also provide their own rigorous and accountable independent audit and annual report. NOW Transforming Hospitality GmbH aim to raise the bar on accountability and transparency around sustainability with no greenwash allowed. NOW shall have no liability for the accuracy of the assessment and audit information and cannot be held liable for any third-party claims or losses of any damages. The user shall have the right to view the information for the purpose for which it is intended and disclosed. The information contained on this web page does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any product or service and should not be relied upon in connection with any investment decision.