Sustainability

OUR INITIATIVES

SINGLE USE PLASTICS

Removal of single use plastics where possible with key initiatives being:

Amenities – Full sized shampoo, conditioner and body wash bottles are provided in the rooms, 100% waste free
Removal of plastic packaging for guest amenities (shower cap, vanity set, toothbrush), now available in recycled packaging on request
Removal of plastic straws and plastic cups
Removal of plastic water bottles

ENERGY EFFICIENCY

LED lighting, keycard operated power in all guest rooms

CLEANING PRODUCTS

We choose to only use environmentally-friendly, eco-certified cleaning product

LOCAL SOURCING

We work with local suppliers where possible

RECYCLING

Back of house recycling is in place

MEETINGS

Remove banquet pads from conference on request encouraging guests use laptop/iPad
Recycled toilet paper and hand towel
Provide jugs of water instead of bottled water

RETURN AND EARN RECYCLING PROGRAM

Mercure Newcastle Airport proudly participates in the Return and Earn 10c recycling program, with funds collected from eligible containers donated to Planet Ark to support environmental initiatives and a more sustainable future.

We aim to continue to measure and develop our operational guidelines to minimise impact on the environment.

TAKE 3 FOR THE SEA

Help protect our oceans by picking up three pieces of rubbish whenever you visit the beach, leaving our coastline cleaner for everyone to enjoy.

Find out more here!

SUPPORTING OUR LOCAL ENVIRONMENT

We encourage our guests and team members to get involved in local environmental and Landcare events across the Newcastle region, helping to protect and care for the natural environment and our local community.

Find Local Environmental Events Here!

DONATE YOUR ALL REWARD POINTS

Make your points go further. ALL – Accor Live Limitless members can donate their Reward points through DIFT, supporting environmental causes and helping contribute to positive change for our planet.

Supporting Planet Ark

Help Make a Difference

At Mercure Newcastle Airport, we believe that small actions can contribute to meaningful change. As part of our commitment to a more sustainable future, we are proud to support the work of Planet Ark, an Australian not-for-profit organisation dedicated to helping people, businesses and communities take positive environmental action.

Planet Ark delivers environmental initiatives that encourage Australians to reduce their impact, connect with nature and contribute to healthier communities and environments. Its work includes programs such as National Tree Day and other initiatives focused on recycling, resource conservation and positive environmental behaviour.

Help Make a Difference

We invite our guests, visitors and local community to join us in supporting Planet Ark. Every contribution helps support its ongoing environmental work and initiatives across Australia.

Want to contribute?
Make a donation directly to Planet Ark and help support positive environmental action for the future.

Together, we can play a part in creating a more sustainable future for our communities and the environment.