Red Carnation Hotels Achieves Global EarthCheck Silver
Red Carnation Hotels has attained EarthCheck Silver Certification across its entire global portfolio.
Red Carnation Hotels has achieved EarthCheck Silver Certification across its entire global portfolio. The luxury group upgraded from Bronze, which it attained in 2025, after a 14-month certification process.
Rigorous audit process validates results
The certification followed an independent third-party audit against the EarthCheck Certified Standard. This audit evaluated 10 key performance areas, including energy and water consumption, carbon emissions, waste management, and community impact. Silver certification requires meeting all performance requirements after an independent external on-site audit.
Leadership and team effort drive success
Stewart Moore, CEO and founder of EarthCheck, noted the commitment was embedded across the entire portfolio, not only flagship properties. He said results like this require leadership, investment, and people on the ground measuring and managing performance daily. Each hotel appointed dedicated data managers and coordinators to lead the certification process locally.
Michelle Devlin, vice president of sustainability at Red Carnation Hotels, said sustainability is woven into every aspect of operations. This includes kitchen gardens, beehives, conservation, community projects, waste reduction, and guest experiences. She stated the success reflects hard work, collaboration, and dedication from teams.
Stewart Moore said: "For every Red Carnation hotel to achieve EarthCheck Silver certification within 14 months is a significant achievement."
Property-level results highlight progress
Specific property achievements from the audit include significant reductions in resource use and waste. The certification spans the group's hotels in the UK, Ireland, Europe, and South Africa.
| Property | Achievement |
|---|---|
| The Lodge at Ashford Castle, Ireland | Reduced water consumption by 48 per cent |
| The Oyster Box, South Africa | Reduced emissions intensity by almost 58 per cent |
| Eight portfolio properties | Reported zero landfill waste intensity |
| The Rubens at the Palace & Hotel 41, London | Achieved lowest emissions intensity (3.29 kg/GN) |
Sustainability embedded in guest experience and partnerships
Initiatives extend beyond operations into community engagement and specialized partnerships. The group works with environmental charity Hometree and food waste platform Winnow. Partnerships also include The Clink Restaurant at HMP Brixton and youth empowerment programs in Cape Town.
Michelle Devlin said the achievement marks an exciting step forward in the journey with EarthCheck. She emphasized that focusing on communities and environments remains important, with a focus on creating meaningful, lasting change in luxury hospitality.
