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.