As sustainability takes centre stage across the hospitality industry, global hotel chains are rethinking how luxury guest experiences and responsible operation can go hand-in-hand. From smarter energy use to advanced water and HVAC systems, sustainability is now a core part of how hotels are designed, built, and valued for the long term.
In the second episode of Sustainable Stay, hosted by Hotelier India and powered by Grundfos, Mandar Zaware, Vice President of Design and Project Management at Marriott International, and Lewis Martin Brown, Head of Sales Development, Hospitality at Grundfos, share how their organisations are building better, smarter, more sustainable hotels.
Change is possible – embrace it. Embrace sustainability. It should be part of the overall thinking and an integrated topic of any discussion.
For Marriott International, sustainability starts with thoughtful planning and long-term infrastructure. Mandar Zaware highlights the brand’s commitment to practical, scalable solutions—such as biophilic design, early-stage solar integration, and reducing energy and water use in back-of-house operations.
Throughout the conversation, the speakers explore how design choices, smart systems, and guest behaviours are shaping the future of hospitality. Lewis Martin Brown offers insight into the technologies that drive efficiency behind the scenes, including intelligent pump systems, high-precision sensors, and data-driven energy audits that help hotels operate more sustainably without compromising comfort.
The podcast also explores:
- How intelligent pump systems and variable speed drives help save water and enhance shower performance
- How standardised design frameworks improve planning efficiency
- The value of meeting ESG goals though better monitoring and supply chain alignment
- How guest behaviour is shifting—and how hotels are involving travellers in everyday sustainability, from refillable amenities to towel reuse.