Sustainability and Community Engagement at Sheraton Grand Krakow

Sustainability & Community Engagement

At Sheraton Grand Krakow, we are committed to reducing our environmental impact and supporting the community in which we are located. For many years, we’ve built trust by acting responsibly here in Krakow — supporting initiatives that benefit both our local environment and the people who call this city home — while also taking part in Marriott’s global efforts to connect responsibly with the world around us. Enjoy our riverside setting and welcoming spaces while knowing your stay is responsibly managed.

Our Focus on Sustainability

From reducing waste, water, and energy use to responsibly sourcing our food & beverage ingredients, our sustainable practices incorporate:

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Certified for Responsible Operations

Recognized with Green Key and BREEAM certifications, Sheraton Grand Krakow operates to strict environmental standards. These frameworks guide our approach to energy, water, and waste management and drive continuous improvements across the hotel.

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Connecting Responsibly Worldwide

As part of Marriott’s global Connect Responsibly initiative, we support more sustainable meetings and events. This includes offering impact reporting, access to carbon‑offset projects, reducing single‑use items, sourcing ingredients responsibly, and helping minimize food waste through thoughtful planning.

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Rooted in Our Local Community

Our commitment is reflected in the choices we make every day. We grow fresh herbs in our own greenhouse to bring local, sustainable ingredients to our menus, and we collaborate with community partners on initiatives that support the city and its people. Through these efforts, we stay closely connected to Krakow and its community.

Energy Usage Optimization

The CO2Save system is a comprehensive energy control and monitoring solution designed to optimize energy usage and reduce carbon emissions. In this specific implementation, the CO2Save system includes the installation of 22 submeters, each strategically placed to monitor different segments of the energy consumption within the facility.

Energy Efficiency

This project involves the comprehensive renovation and upgrade of refrigeration systems in a facility, focusing on replacing traditional refrigerants with environmentally friendly CO2 refrigerant and integrating a heat recovery system. The aim is to enhance energy efficiency, reduce carbon footprint, and utilize recovered heat for practical purposes.

Ventilated Kitchen

The Smart Ventilation System is designed to optimize kitchen ventilation, ensuring a comfortable and efficient cooking environment. The system continuously monitors the kitchen operations and adjusts the ventilation volume accordingly.

For those guests looking to support our sustainability & social impact efforts at any time, we encourage our community of Marriott Bonvoy members to consider donating their points to our partners, such as UNICEF, WWF, and more.

Doing Good in Every Direction

At Marriott International, being a force for good is embedded in our DNA. Driven by the same core value we've had since our founding, to Serve Our World, our sustainability and social impact platform, Serve 360, guides our efforts to integrate responsible practices throughout our operations.
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