Our Sustainability Pledge
Together we can create a healthy environment where the hospitality community and the world can flourish.
Questex is committed to creating sustainable, healthy spaces that make a positive impact on the communities we touch. We have joined the Net Zero Carbon Event initiative alongside our vendor partners and colleagues in the commitment to be Net Zero by 2050. To support this goal we have joined the ISLA membership association focused on event sustainability and we will implement their TRACE tool to measure and reduce carbon emissions associated with this year's event.
Our commitment to the Net Zero Carbon Events Initiative for which we strive includes:
What we accomplished in 2023 & 2024:
Sessions on sustainability at The Hospitality Show 2025
27
Oct
The Future of Green Cities
11:15am - 11:45am
Speaker: Jon Buerge, President of Urban Villages, Populus Hotel
In this fireside chat, Jon Buerge, President of Urban Villages and one of the guiding visionaries behind the carbon-positive Populus Hotel, explores how sustainable urban development and eco-forward hospitality are reshaping cities and boosting long-term profitability. Discover how hotels can lead the way in building greener, more resilient communities.
28
Oct
From Goals to Impact: Case Studies in Hotel Sustainability
12:45am - 1:15pm
Speaker: Neal Daftary, Vice President, Market Development, Green Key Global
This session builds on the main stage conversation about sustainability partnerships by taking a deeper dive into what implementation really looks like. Hoteliers will walk through real-world case studies that explore what inspired them to begin their sustainability journeys, what obstacles they’ve faced, and what measurable progress they’ve made.
Driving Sustainable Hospitality Forward Through Partnerships
10:10am - 10:30am
Moderator: Emilio Tenuta, Senior Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer, Ecolab
Speakers: Michael Chang, Vice President of Energy and Sustainability, Host Hotels & Resorts; Nicolas Tiziou Director, Global Sustainability Choice Hotels International
In today’s rapidly evolving hospitality landscape, the path to operational excellence and sustainability is paved with collaboration. This dynamic session brings together industry leaders to explore how supplier partnerships are unlocking new levels of performance, guest satisfaction, and environmental stewardship—without compromising profitability.
Invest in the Earth: Donate today to offset your carbon emissions.
We've partnered with Isla & Earthly to offer a Carbon Offset Donation option through the event registration page, allowing attendees to offset their carbon emissions for travel. Donations will benefit the Peatland protection - Rimba Raya, Indonesian Borneo. We recommend donating $2 for every 1000 miles of air travel in Economy, and $5 for every 1000 miles traveled in business class. Register today to get started.
Already registered? Log in to the registration resource center to make your donation.
Event Production
- Reduced carpet: majority of aisles will be uncarpeted, all carpet at event will be reused.
- No on-site print guide: all attendees will have access to the event mobile app for information and networking.
- Onsite graphics will be recycled or reused as much as possible.
- Event Materials will be donated to local charities where possible.
- In 2024, the Colorado Convention Center donated over 5,900 lbs. of items to various non-profits and organizations around the Denver Metro Area.
Energy
- Event lights will be reduced to 50% during move in.
- Since 2023, the Colorado Convention Center has produced over 450,000 kWh of renewable energy with solar.
- The Colorado Convention Center Earned its Recertification as a LEED Gold Building in July 2025.
Food Waste
- Single use water bottles will not be provided. Water stations will be available throughout the venue.
- All food waste is donated to charities, when possible, or is sent to a local farm to be composted or used as pig feed.
- Plant based options will be available at all coffee stations and meals.
- Reusable or compostable glasses, dishes & utensils will be used rather than disposable options.
- The Colorado Convention Center hand sorts all waste streams: landfill, compost, and single stream recycling.
Travel and Transportation
- Travel information is being collected via our registration system in order to estimate Carbon Emissions.
- By working with Compost Colorado since 2023, the Colorado Convention Center has offset 188,531 miles, planted 1,254 seedlings, and offset 8,552 gallons of gas.
- We've partnered with Isla & Earthly to offer a Carbon Offset Donation option through the event registration page, allowing attendees to offset their carbon emissions for travel. Donations will benefit the Peatland protection - Rimba Raya, Indonesian Borneo. We recommend donating $2 for every 1000 miles of air travel in Economy, and $5 for every 1000 miles traveled in business class. Register today to get started. Already registered? Log in to the registration resource center to make your donation.
AHLA Responsible Stay
Across the country, America’s hotels are working to provide employees, guests, and communities a responsible stay. AHLA has united our industry around a commitment to strengthening sustainability initiatives focused on energy efficiency, waste reduction, water conservation, and responsible sourcing.
