Novotel Sofia and ibis Sofia Commit to Elimination of Single-Use Plastics by 2022

The leading hotel group Accor announced its commitment to join the UN Global Tourism Plastics Initiative and to remove all single-use plastic items in guest experience from its hotels by the end of 2022. This decision will affect the local hotels managed by Accor - Novotel Sofia and ibis Sofia. The single-plastic elimination action by Accor is aimed toward reducing environmental impacts and strengthening efforts to combat plastic pollution of the world's oceans and other natural environments is a significant step forward for the global hospitality industry and for the group, which has been committed to sustainability for many years.  

"We are aware of the significant impact we have on our planet and our responsibility to create tangible benefits for our employees, guests, suppliers, partners and host communities," said Sébastien Bazin, Chairman & CEO, Accor. "What guides us is the consciousness and social awareness that drives every person who strives to be a good citizen. It's about being aware, socially conscious and consistent."

Welcoming over 120 million guests and serving more than 200 million meals each year, Accor takes its role as a responsible corporate citizen to heart, working within the framework of its sustainable development program,for the past 25 years. In addition to our previous commitment to eliminate all plastic straws, stirrers and cotton buds, today's new commitment includes:

• The removal of individual plastic toiletry amenities and cups by the end of 2020. 

• The elimination of all remaining single-use plastic items in guestrooms, meeting areas, restaurants and all leisure activities areas (spas, fitness centers, etc.) by the end of 2022.

Single-use plastics are defined as...