Responsible Business

Taking responsibility for the environment and local community has been an important part of the broader commitment of the Rezidor Hotel Group to sustainable development for many years. In 2001, this commitment was fortified and placed within the scope of a programme called Responsible Business (RB). Each hotel has a unique RB Action Plan covering areas such as community outreach, cultural heritage, employee and children’s rights, health and safety, as well as environmental improvements. To read more about the RB programme, visit www.responsiblebusiness.rezidor.com.

The hotels are engaged with both local charity groups and the corporate international charity organisation supported by the Rezidor Hotel Group, the World Childhood Foundation. The mission of the World Childhood Foundation is to defend the rights of the child and promote better living conditions for vulnerable and exploited children all over the world. For more information visit www.childhood.org.

The Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Media City sets the standard for responsible business practices for other hotels in Dubai. Here are some of the Responsible Business activities and achievements of this hotel:

Environmental Friendly Initiatives Activities

• First eco-friendly roundabout in Dubai Media City.
• All guest hand-wash areas are fitted with sensors to avoid water waste, and all guest toilets are fitted with dual flush systems.
• All offices and corridors are lighted with energy-saving bulbs.
• Recycling bins for paper, glass and cans are provided in the back of all house areas.
• Sole usage of recycled paper.
• Battery recycling.
• Participation in the annual Earth Hour.

Social and Community Outreach

• Monetary contributions towards the World Childhood Foundation and Dubai Autism Center.
• Baby nappy changing facilities in all guest restrooms.
• Wheelchair accessible restrooms.
• Guest rooms include modified doors for handicapped guests.
• Twice-yearly blood donation drives and annual clothes donation campaign at the hotel.
• Participated in Charity Ramadan Iftar for orphans and less privileged children.
• Shoe Box Appeal – annual charitable event for the less privileged workforce of the UAE.

Health, Safety and Security Initiatives

• HACCP Certification
• Organic food option in restaurants
• Basic and intermediate food hygiene training
• First aid and fire fighting training
• Fire evacuation drill for all staff members as per Civil Defence directives
• Private medical coverage for all staff members
• Ongoing on-the-job skills training for all staff members
• Life guard training for swimming pool attendants

Staff Involvement

• Living RB training for all staff members
• First aid training
• Blood donation campaigns
• Clothes donations
• Ongoing back-of-house recycling

Awards and Achievements

• Recognition for first eco roundabout in Dubai Media City
• Recognition for energy-saving LED lights on hotel exterior
• Chief Engineer nominated for 'Green Hotelier Award' for energy-saving initiatives
• Green Key Certification

How can guests take part in this hotel's Responsible Business activities and help set a responsible example for other hotels in Dubai?

• Towel Replacement Programme
• Linen Replacement Programme
• Shoe Box Appeal
• Blood donation campaign