voco Zeal Exeter Science Park has been awarded Green Tourism’s Gold award, the highest accolade available from the prestigious organisation. The hotel welcomed the certification as a significant milestone, reinforcing the hotel’s position as a leader in sustainable hospitality – located in East Devon’s area for clean growth in the Exeter and East Devon Enterprise Zone.
Barnaby Kean, voco Zeal Exeter Science Park’s GM, said: “This award is a testament to the passion and commitment of our team. Achieving the Green Tourism Gold Award proves that sustainable hospitality is not only possible but essential for long-term success.
“The voco Zeal Exeter Science Park has demonstrated that environmental responsibility and exceptional guest experiences can go hand-in-hand and we hope this award will inspire other hotels to pursue sustainable goals.”
The Green Tourism Gold Award is granted to businesses that meet the highest standards of environmental and social responsibility, showcasing best practices in energy efficiency, waste reduction, water conservation, and community engagement.
Kean added: “voco Zeal Exeter Science Park’s dedication to sustainability is evident across every aspect of our operations, from sourcing local and ethical products to implementing innovative technologies that reduce our carbon footprint.”
The Green Tourism Certification is a highly respected, third-party framework specifically designed for the tourism and hospitality sector. The Gold award is given to businesses achieving over 80% on assessment and reflects exceptional standards across People, Places, and Planet, plus a strong ethos of continuous improvement.
Kean said: “The Green Tourism Certification is widely acknowledged as a hallmark of green quality, bringing independent verification of environmental, social, and managerial excellence. We are thrilled to be joining other leaders in sustainability and raising the profile of this inspirational hotel.”