Our Purpose
Green Key Global is a pioneering certification organization dedicated to promoting sustainable practices within the hospitality industry. Owned and operated by the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) and Hotels Canada (HC) and established to drive measurable sustainability change, Green Key Global works with properties of all sizes to improve their sustainability performance and sets benchmarks that enable hotels, resorts, and event spaces to reduce their ecological footprint through responsible resource management and best practices. From eco-friendly practices to energy management, our programs provide the framework for sustainable growth.
Mission
Our mission is to lead the lodging industry in sustainability certification through comprehensive education, strategic collaboration, and proactive promotion.
Vision
Our Vision is to be a North American Industry Standard in Hotel & Event Space Sustainability Certification. Green Key Global is constantly evolving and strives to be reliably relevant in the ever-changing world of sustainability and accommodate the influx of eco-conscious travelers and changing expectations of business events. To do so, Green Key Global has an extensive list of improvements and upgrades to Green Key Global for 2023 and beyond, all of which will benefit members and accelerate them towards achieving their sustainability goals.
Our Impact
Each certified property contributes to reducing resource use, minimizing waste, and setting the standard for sustainability in the hospitality industry.
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Our Team and Governance
Green Key Global is led by an experienced team deeply connected to both the Canadian and American hospitality industries. With extensive expertise in sustainability and hospitality, our team provides guidance, resources, and support to help properties achieve their sustainability goals. Green Key Global benefits from the combined expertise and advocacy efforts of North America’s leading hospitality associations.
Our governance structure includes collaboration with our parent organizations like Hotels Canada (HC) and the American Hotel and Lodging Association (AHLA), reinforcing our role as leaders in sustainability while benefitting from the combined expertise and advocacy efforts of North America’s leading hospitality associations.
Our Reach and Partnerships
We are one of the leading sustainability certification providers with the largest number of certified properties in the United States & Canada. We are proud to work with a global network of top-rated sustainability certification providers to serve hotels outside of North America.
Our partnership eco-system spans across the wide spectrum of the hospitality industry. From our ownership with AHLA & HC to strategic partnerships with industry heavy weights like Travalyst or Control Union, we partner with major hotel chain brands, management groups, OTAs, regional hotel associations and destination marketing organizations as well as a whole network of partnerships with industry leaders drive widespread adoption of sustainable practices, helping us fulfill our goal of a greener hospitality landscape worldwide.
Programs Offered by Green Key Global
Eco-Rating Program
Gain credible certification that unlocks opportunities for reductions in utility consumption, waste, emissions, and operating costs while improving your environmental performance.
Meetings & Events Program
Utilize comprehensive assessment tools for lodging and event facilities that host meetings of any size to implement sustainable practices and policies.
Green Key Global Vendor Program
Our Vendor Program connects eco-conscious hotels with industry-leading vendors who provide sustainable products and services.
These programs allow members to leverage organizational corporate social responsibility activities and sustainable initiatives across their properties and brands.
Green Key Global Members Benefit on Several Fronts
Cost Savings
Increased Bookings
Get certified and promote your sustainable action initiatives with travelers, planners, and on third-party booking platforms
Reduced Carbon Footprint
Receive useful tools and one-on-one guidance to manage, improve, and earn recognition for your environmental impact