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Global Tourism
Plastic Initiative
PLASTIC REDUCTION PROGRAM
Apoyo personalizado para hasta 15 hoteles, herramientas descargables gratuitas en español y directorio local de proveedores de productos alternativos y empresas sostenibles.
Our Contribution to the Global Tourism Plastics Initiative in Mauritius and Bali
Gracias a un proyecto conjunto con la Universidad de Las Palmas y EcoAqua, en el marco del proyecto CAPonLITTER, financiado y apoyado por Interreg Europe, el Cabildo de Fuerteventura y el Patronato de Fuerteventura, Travel Without Plastic ha podido prestar apoyo personalizado a hasta 15 hoteles de la isla, con el fin de ayudarles a aplicar estrategias y acciones prácticas para reducir el plástico de un solo uso.
Se llevaron a cabo auditorías exhaustivas sobre el plástico de un solo uso, junto con evaluaciones de costes y consumo, para que los hoteles tuvieran una idea más clara de los residuos generados y de las implicaciones financieras de los productos de plástico de un solo uso.
Cada hotel recibió un informe personalizado con una lista de los 10 principales y recomendaciones a medida para el cambio, dando prioridad a la eliminación de los plásticos de un solo uso y a la transición a alternativas multiuso.
Otros hoteles de la isla se benefician del acceso gratuito a la Caja de Herramientas Reduzcamos los Plásticos de un Solo Uso, creada específicamente para Fuerteventura, y al Directorio de Alternativas, que da prioridad a los proveedores locales de las Islas Canarias.
Key Outputs from GTPI Training in Mauritius
Applying learning in real-world settings
A hotel walkthrough exercise helped participants put theory into practice by identifying waste reduction opportunities across departments.
Key workshop sessions
Understanding plastic pollution and local policy frameworks
Participants explored the environmental impact and recyclability of the seven plastic polymers, the lifespan of plastics, and national legislation on plastic bans, with insights from government representatives..
Identifying realistic alternatives and applying circular thinking
Through hands-on group exercises, participants assessed alternatives to common single-use items, learned about circular business models (e.g. reusable systems, refillables, take-back schemes), and considered feasibility within their own operations.
Addressing barriers and operational challenges
Group work focused on overcoming financial, behavioural, and logistical obstacles, while ensuring changes do not compromise guest experience or safety, or create unintended issues like increased food waste or other negative environmental impacts.
Engaging people and communicating clearly
Participants developed strategies for involving staff and guests, designing awareness campaigns that can transparently communicate sustainability whilst avoid greenwashing.
GTPI Signatories said...
What did our participants think of the GTPI Workshops?
Rogers Hospitality has been a proud signatory of the GTPI, and the three-day event in Mauritius in November 24 was a great opportunity to deepen our commitment and engage further with the movement.
We were pleased to have a large team participate, reflecting our dedication to implementing a more circular economy of plastics, and supporting industry-wide progress. The event was well-structured and highly engaging, with a mix of presentations, interactive sessions, and video content that sparked valuable conversations and practical learning.
It created space for genuine collaboration, not only between hospitality businesses, but also with suppliers, NGOs, and policymakers. Our team came away inspired, better informed, and ready to take the next steps. Events like this play an important role in moving the sector forward, and we’re proud to be part of that journey.
