
ARK_ Sustainability for the hospitality industry
Eco-conception in hotel construction and design
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Training Title: Eco-conception in hotel construction and design
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Total hours : 9 hours + 1 hour break
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Professors/Lecturer: Hector De Castro, Bill Browning, Eric ricaurte
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Language : English
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Location where training might be taught : Hotel Lutetia Paris
Description:
This training will explore the principles of eco-conception in hotel construction and design, examining the ways in which hotels can be designed, built, and managed to minimize their environmental impact and maximize their sustainability. Trainees will learn about the importance of sustainable design, the environmental impact of hotel construction and operation, and the strategies and tools available to promote eco-conception in hotel development. The course will cover topics such as green building practices, energy efficiency, water conservation, waste reduction, and sustainable materials. Trainees will also have the opportunity to engage in case studies and practical exercises to apply their knowledge to real-world scenarios in hotel construction and design by the hand of our business partner Global Earthship Arquitecture.
Goals and Objectives:
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Understand the importance of eco-conception in hotel construction and design
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Analyze the strategies and tools available for promoting sustainability in hotel development
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Evaluate the effectiveness of different eco-conception initiatives in hotel development
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Develop an action plan for implementing strategies for designing, building, and managing hotels to maximize sustainability and minimize environmental impact
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Introduction to Eco-conception and Hotel Design
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Defining eco-conception and its importance in hotel design
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Historical context of eco-conception in hotel development
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Overview of current practices and future trends
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Green Building Practices in Hotel Design
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The role of green building practices in promoting sustainability in hotel development
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The principles of sustainable design in the context of hotel development
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Best practices for incorporating eco-conception into hotel design
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Energy Efficiency in Hotel Design
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The importance of energy efficiency in promoting sustainability in hotel development
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The principles of energy efficiency in the context of hotel development
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Best practices for incorporating energy efficiency into hotel design
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Water Conservation in Hotel Design
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The importance of water conservation in promoting sustainability in hotel development
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The principles of water conservation in the context of hotel development
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Best practices for incorporating water conservation into hotel design
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Waste Reduction in Hotel Design
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The importance of waste reduction in promoting sustainability in hotel development
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The principles of waste reduction in the context of hotel development
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Best practices for incorporating waste reduction into hotel design
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Sustainable Materials in Hotel Design
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The importance of sustainable materials in promoting sustainability in hotel development
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The principles of sustainable materials in the context of hotel development
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Best practices for incorporating sustainable materials into hotel design
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My tailor-made sustainable action plan:
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Developing an action plan for implementing sustainable food and beverage initiatives.
Training Format
The training will be delivered on site, using a combination of live video sessions and interactive discussions. Trainees will be expected to develop an action plan for implementing sustainable practices in their own hospitality operations within 4 weeks of taken the training. The training will culminate when learners will present their action plans for feedback and evaluation to our experts.
The trainer should also provide support and feedback to the learners throughout the course. Additional support may include peer learning, mentorship, resource materials, and technical assistance for practical implementation.​