Sustainability in the Italian hotel infrastructure: is it a priority for decision-makers?

Abstract

This article investigates the sustainability in the Italian hospitality sector and the reasons why its infrastructure lacks on energetic and thermal efficiency despite the numerous solutions present in the market. The study is performed based on bibliographical research and a survey conducted with hotel managers and hotel real estate owners. It draws compelling conclusions about the main drivers to innovation and restructuring in the sector.

Keywords

• hospitality
• sustainability
• innovation
• decision making