Green Practices and Challenges in Accommodation Facilities
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https://doi.org/10.69569/jip.2025.068Keywords:
Accommodation facilities, Green practices, Sustainable practicesAbstract
The United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) represent a global agenda for addressing key environmental, social, and economic challenges to achieve a more sustainable future. This research aimed to identify the sustainable practices and challenges encountered by the lodging industry in Dumaguete City regarding implementing green practices. This study employed a descriptive correlational research design to evaluate the existing condition and status of accommodation establishments' sustainable practices. Fifty-nine respondents are key personnel (owners/managers/supervisors) of the registered accommodation facilities in Dumaguete City. Key findings demonstrate a strong commitment to energy conservation and waste management in the lodging industry in Dumaguete City. Practices such as turning off equipment when not in use, cleaning air conditioner filters, minimizing illumination during daylight, waste segregation, and bulk purchasing are widely adopted. Despite these efforts, challenges in compliance with environmental regulations, cost management, resource constraints, and stakeholder awareness persist. The study reveals that younger employees and married individuals are more engaged in sustainability efforts, while gender, occupation, and length of employment do not significantly affect green behaviours. Organizational variables, industry trends, and external influences are identified as the primary challenges to green practices. The research underscores the need for comprehensive strategies incorporating organizational culture, leadership support, and external influences to advance environmental responsibility
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