Sustainability is Good for Business PRESENTATION TO HOTEL MANAGEMENT Sustainable Hotel Gardens

Introduction Our customers are looking for accommodation that is:  working to improve its sustainability  reduce negative environmental impact  The hotel is making efforts to reduce its water consumption  Garden planning and maintenance has an important role to play in reducing water consumption

Financial benefits  Decrease in utility costs due to water conservation  Increase in revenues from the use of gardens for social functions  Increase in customer satisfaction  Decrease in garden maintenance costs through careful planning and zoning  Differentiation from competitors  Potential for awards and recognition

Practical benefits  Limiting the use of lawn and small gardens that often create maintenance problems  Better function of water supply network as the water requirement is limited  Upkeep of gardens should be easier to manage as less time will be spent on watering and weeding

Environmental benefits –Water conservation –Preservation of underground water tables –Support of native plants –Enhancement of biodiversity –Moderation of water use during dry periods

Best practices for sustainable gardens  sustainable landscape and gardening techniques reduce or eliminate the need for excess water  Useful tool for regions that do not have easy access to plentiful water supplies [omit if not applicable]  Less time and work needed for maintenance  Creates gardens that can be visually more interesting than traditional gardens

Sustainable landscaping techniques  Overall garden planning and design  Analysing and protecting the soil  Selecting appropriate species of plants  Irrigating efficiently  Optimising lawn areas  Mulching  Maintenance

Conclusion / Wrap-up A summary of benefits –Careful planning and management of hotel gardens can result in reduced costs, create a unique environment for guests and demonstrate commitment to sustainability – Less time and work needed for maintenance –Support of local plants and enhancement of biodiversity. –Potential for awards and recognitions.

MAKING A WORLD OF DIFFERENCE…