Best Western Blackbutt Inn

Please explain, if applicable, the carbon offsetting options you offer to corporations.

Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to sustainability and social impact goals and initiatives.

au.sales@bwhhotelgroup.com

Has your hotel taken steps to reduce single-use plastics, such as removing plastic straws (except upon request for guests with disabilities), stirrers and cotton buds? If yes, please provide detail as to the steps you have taken to reduce single use plastics?

Yes, Reduction of useage in virgin plastic (Water bottles, Cups, Straws and Bags). Use of crockery & cutlery in durable or biodegradable or compostable materials

Does your hotel generate (onsite) or purchase (offsite) renewable energy (beyond your utility's standard offerings)? If yes, please describe your practices for generating or purchasing renewable energy.

No

Does your hotel engage in activities to protect & restore the natural environment in which it is located (i.e. trees planted, coral reef restored, etc.)?

Yes

Will your hotel be imposing any additional fees for cleaning services? If yes, please specify those fees.

No

Are specific cleaning/disinfection routines in place for pillows, duvets and their covers, headboard, bathrobe etc.? If yes, please describe.

Yes, Triple Sheeting, spare pillows removed from room, Headboard is disinfected between guests, All linen including duvet’s and bathrobes are laundered per stay / where applicable.

Please include a link to your public report on community impact if applicable.

https://www.bestwestern.com/en_US/about/better-world.html

Please provide any other comments you wish to make regarding your efforts/initiatives to obtain certification in these programs.

Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

au.sales@bwhhotelgroup.com