14 Questions
What is the second largest spending category for a hotel, after labor cost?
Energy
Why are non-renewable fuels often labeled as hydrocarbon resources?
Because they are fossilized remains
What does organic food labeling certify adherence to?
Organic farming standards
What is the primary factor contributing to carbon emissions in hotels according to the text?
Fossil fuels usage
What is the primary goal of waste management?
Minimizing waste generation
What does the term 'E-waste' stand for?
Electronic Waste
Which category includes waste generated by manufacturing processes?
Industrial Waste
What is the predominant reason for the estimated risk in energy usage for buildings in the future?
Expansion of the Global Building
What is the SDG (Sustainable Development Goal) of climate action?
SDG 13
What represents the distance food travels from production to consumption?
$Food Miles$
What is the primary focus of Sustainable Water Management?
Minimizing water usage for hotel operations
Why do hotels using non-renewable fuels contribute to carbon emissions?
Due to the combustion of non-renewable fuels releasing greenhouse gases
How does the hotel industry contribute to carbon emissions through its energy usage?
Through excessive reliance on fossil fuels and non-renewable electricity
What is the significance of hydrocarbon resources being labeled as non-renewable fuels?
Because they are derived from ancient plant and animal remains
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