Four Seasons Hotel Ritz Lisbon Earns Responsible Hospitality Sustainability Certification

Four Seasons Hotel Ritz Lisbon has achieved the prestigious Responsible Hospitality VERIFIED certification, a leading sustainability standard in luxury hospitality. It is the only hotel or resort in Portugal to receive this distinction and one of the first 100 worldwide to earn this esteemed recognition.

The Responsible Hospitality accolade is given by Forbes Travel Guide, a global authority on hospitality excellence, as the official sustainability verification for its network of Star-Rated hotels across more than 80 countries. This rigorous recognition evaluates hotels on best practices that safeguard the environment and promote the well-being of employees, guests, and the community, setting a global benchmark for luxury hotels and offering guests a trusted third-party certification.

“Responsible Hospitality is about creating a welcoming, luxurious experience for guests, while being considerate of the environment and human welfare,” says Houdré.  "Four Seasons Hotel Ritz Lisbon has demonstrated excellence by eliminating single-use plastics and reducing paper usage, providing local and seasonal menu offerings, engaging in charitable outreach, and more.”

"Sustainability is at the core of values at Four Seasons Hotel Ritz Lisbon. Our practices include energy-efficient solutions such as LED lighting and smart thermostats, water conservation initiatives, comprehensive waste reduction programs, and a commitment to sourcing local and organic products. We are also proud to engage with our community through environmental projects and food donation initiatives (since 2012), ensuring our efforts create a lasting positive impact," comments Mariana Domingues, the hotel's sustainability specialist.

"This achievement highlights our unwavering commitment to sustainability while aligning with Four Seasons environmental goals. We remain dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences while striving to safeguard our planet for future generations," adds Guilherme Costa, the hotel's General Manager.

Responsible Hospitality covers topics such as food and water waste, sustainable amenities, recycling programs, energy usage, health security, integration with the local community and culture, and other touch-points.

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