25 years and still growing
In celebration of 25 years of service in Sri Lanka, Hilton Colombo
recently planted Kumbuk trees at the Viharamahadhevi Park in Colombo.
As part of the hotel's sustainability programme the tree planting
initiative aims to serve the community and benefit future generations.
To commemorate this historic event Colombo Mayor Mohamed A J M
Muzammil and Hilton Colombo General Manager Rudolf Troestler attended
the event, planting the trees and reflecting the work that the hotel has
done over the years which has contributed towards protecting the
environment.
Terminalia Arjuna is commonly known as the Kumbuk tree. The majestic
tropical woody tree will contribute towards reducing levels of
greenhouse gas emissions and retain water evaporating into the
atmosphere, thus protecting and preserving the local environment.
The Hilton Colombo is dedicated to Hilton Worldwide's sustainability
practices by ensuring its sustainable actions are integrated into how
the team delivers on its hotels performance. The tree planting
initiative in particular is in commemoration of the hotel's 25 years in
Sri Lanka and is a token of appreciation and gratitude to the local
community.
Hilton Worldwide is the first major multi-brand hospitality company
to make sustainability measurement a brand standard with their LightStay
system and recently earned ISO 9001 and 14001 certifications for quality
and environmental management - one of the largest volume certifications
awarded for commercial buildings. |