Our commitment

As an environmentally and socially responsible organisation, Langham Hospitality Group recognises the potential impact of its activities on the environment, within local communities and the tourism industry at large. Thus we advocate, embrace and practise sustainable business development. View The Langham, London's environmental policy here >

EarthCheck Status

The Langham, London, is proud to have achieved the prestigious EarthCheck Silver status under the EarthCheck Benchmarking programme.

Managed by EC3 Global, the worldwide EarthCheck programme recognises excellence in the travel and tourism industry to attain sustainability. In achieving Benchmarked Silver status, The Langham, London is officially recognised for its commitment to benchmarking its energy and water consumption, total waste production and community commitment; along with implementing an integrated environmental and social policy.

Katie Benson, Managing Director of The Langham,London, comments “We are delighted to be recognised with this accolade. Langham Hospitality Group are committed to maintaining an international best practice approach to sustainability on an international level and so we are pleased to achieve this award for the The Langham, London that has such a legendary history and heritage. We look forward to continuing to develop our programs as we work towards ensuring a sustainable future for the environment and our guests.”

Green Tourism

The Langham, London has also been awarded Silver certification by Green Tourism for London, which is based on the Green Tourism Business Scheme. This award recognises traditional energy and resource management, as well as businesses that are actively promoting public transport, local cultural activities and London’s open spaces.


Best Practices

Public Areas

Energy efficient lighting	Movement detectors for lighting
Energy efficient heating and cooling systems	Heat recovery and cogeneration equipment
Low/dual flush toilets	Low flow tap/shower fittings
Used items donation	Biodegradable/Ecolabelled cleaning products
Recycle paper/metal/plastics/ glass/cooking oil	Food/Garden Waste composting

Guest Rooms

Guest of the Earth programme	Energy efficient lighting
Energy efficient heating and cooling systems	Low flow tap/shower fittings
Recycling	Recycled/Ecolabelled paper stationery

Dining & Banquets

Alternative to Plastic Bottled Water

Recycled/Ecolabelled paper stationery