Tourism has witnessed a key change in sustainability after the popularity on the 19th. This change is not only a trend, but also the necessity of flexibility and environmental management. Dr. Pavlavrabcová and Dr. Petr Scholz, Dr. IvicalInderová, and Polytechnics Jihlava College, Dr. Hanakotoučková, have studied ECO-FRIGHTLYATLY The rise of the uses in the explyelly. The Czech Republic emphasizes their toughness and sustainability of the hotel industry. This work was published in the magazine of “PLOS One”.
Researchers analyzed the implementation of the environmental management practice of various accommodation facilities in the Czech Republic, including hotels, hotels and other accommodation options. Their discovery shows that no matter what their star rating, the number of environmental measures implemented in different types of accommodation is relatively consistent. The results show that it is one of the most common measures to reduce power consumption and separate waste, and almost all hotels and hotels are using them. On the other hand, less measures include reducing chemical consumption and promoting environmental education between employees and guests.
Dr. VRABCOVN emphasized the significance of this research. He pointed out: “Our research provides new insights for the status quo of environmental protection practice in Czech accommodation facilities. This is the first comprehensive analysis of the Czech Republic for similar products. It aims to fill the knowledge gap. And stimulate further research and practical discussions on sustainable tourism.
The study involves the combination of quantitative and qualitative methods. A large number of accommodation facilities were investigated throughout the Czech Republic, and then the focus group interviews with senior managers selected by hotels and hotels. The survey evaluated the application of various environmental management measures, and the focus team provided more in -depth opinions on the motivation and challenges of these institutions in implementing sustainable practice.
Studies have found that the star rating of accommodation facilities is not a key factor in determining environmental impact. Both high -end hotels and humble hotels show a firm commitment to sustainability. The most common environmental measures include equipment that reduce power consumption, separation and reduction of water. However, measures such as reducing chemical usage and promoting environmental education are low.
Interestingly, the study also emphasized that compared with larger hotels, smaller accommodation (such as hotels) usually show higher implementation environmental measures. This discovery shows that smaller institutions may be more agile in adopting sustainable practice, which may be due to low operating complexity.
One of the main gains of research is the importance of environmental education and exchanges. Although the use rate of certain measures is high, researchers have found that many institutions have not fully educated their employees and guests’ environmental efforts. This gap provides the hotel industry with an opportunity to enhance its sustainable planning through better communication and training.
Dr. VRABCOVN pointed out: “Although it is encouraging to see the widely used adoption of basic environmental measures, there is still much room for improvement in the fields of chemical use and environmental education. Our discovery shows that better communication and training can significantly enhance significantly enhancement The overall impact of these plans. “
These discoveries are consistent with the global trend of the hotel industry, and sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) have become more and more important. In the long run, the use of sustainable practice will not only help reduce operating costs, but also enhance the social status of the enterprise, so that they are more attractive to environmental protection consumers.
The team suggests that future research should focus on the long -term impact of these environmental measures on the operating efficiency of accommodation facilities and financial performance. In addition, more comprehensive data collection and analysis need to better understand the dynamics and results of environmental protection practice in the hotel industry.
In short, Dr. VRABCová and her research team emphasized the potential for environmental hotels and hotels to make significant contributions to the Czech Republic’s sustainable tourism industry. By adopting and promoting environmental management practice, these institutions can not only enhance their toughness, but also play a key role in protecting the environment and supporting local communities. With the continuous development of the hotel industry, sustainability will undoubtedly be the main driving force for innovation and growth.
Journal reference
Vrabcová, P., Scholz, P., Linderová, i. , & Kotoukková, h. (2024). Environmental hotels and hotels are new opportunities for elasticity and sustainability: evidence of the Czech Republic. PLOS. Doi: https: //doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0301936
About the author
Pavlavrabcová Focus on the biological economy within the framework of the sustainable development, emphasize the voluntary management system tools of sustainable business, and focus on social responsibility and environmental management system. She is actively participating in the consultation role in the organization, such as the Quality Committee of the Czech Republic, the Czech Academy of Agricultural Sciences, the Czech Sustainable Development Commercial Commission, and the Biological Economics Platform of the Czech Republic. She is a member qualification in the plans/organization committees of several editorial committees and scientific conferences. Pavlavrabcová has written more than 60 scientific articles and engaged in scientific research projects, and is also an appraiser of the selection institution. In 2023, she became the deputy research of science and research at the School of Economics, Liberec University of Technology.
Petr Scholz Graduated from the University of Slovakia’s Matej Bel to study tourism and Masaryk University, CZECHIA, Kinantropolopology. Currently, he is a assistant professor at Jihlava College of Czech Institute of Technology and editor -in -chief of Studia Turistica and editor of Studia Sportiva. His research focuses on the satisfaction of guests, and environmental protection facilities in accommodation facilities and tourism. He is also interested in the problem of contemporary sports audiences. He is the author and co -author of many articles published in the database web and many articles published in Scopus.
IvicalInderová Graduated from the University of Slovakia and graduated from the tourism industry. Currently, she is the head of tourism and tourism at the Institute of Technology Jihlava. She is interested in the activities related to everyone and the activities of Jiesai and Slovakia’s destination management organization. She has also been a co -researcher of several scientific projects and practical projects. She is the author and co -author of various articles published in the database web, professional monographs and textbooks.
Hanakotouvková She graduated from Masaryk University, where she focuses on the history of strong statistical methods in doctoral dissertations. She also studied systems and informatics at the Department of Information Science at the University of Hradeckrálové. HK has been a lecturer at Jihlava College of Institute of Technology since 2007. She has taught at the School of Economics and Business Management of Prague. She teaches mathematics and statistical subjects. HK cooperates with colleagues in other departments and process statistics, mainly in the field of economy and tourism. In her research, she process data for data in the medical field and explore the possibility of using artificial intelligence in statistical education.
