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Sustainability

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Caring for Our Environment, Community and Future

At the Flynn Hotel Collection, sustainability is at the heart of how we operate across our three hotels, Newpark Hotel Kilkenny, The Park Hotel Dungarvan and Old Ground Hotel. As a family-run hospitality group, we are committed to protecting the environment, supporting local communities and promoting responsible tourism for future generations. Our sustainability approach focuses on reducing our environmental impact, sourcing responsibly, supporting local producers and continually improving our operations to create a greener future for both our guests and our communities.

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Our Sustainability Vision

Our vision is to create a sustainable hospitality experience where people, businesses and the environment can thrive together. Across the Flynn Hotel Collection, we are dedicated to making responsible choices in how we operate, from energy usage and waste management to the products we use and the suppliers we work with. By continuously reviewing and improving our practices, we aim to reduce our carbon footprint and contribute to a more sustainable tourism industry in Ireland.

Energy Efficiency & Environmental Responsibility

Energy efficiency plays an important role in our sustainability strategy. Across the collection, we continue to invest in technologies and systems that help reduce energy consumption while maintaining the comfort and quality experience our guests expect.

Initiatives include:

  • Energy-efficient lighting and heating systems
  • Smart building management systems that optimise heating and cooling
  • Combined heat and power systems to reduce energy waste
  • Electric vehicle charging points for guests and visitors

These measures help us reduce energy use while delivering efficient and environmentally responsible operations.

Waste Reduction & Water Conservation

Reducing waste and conserving water are key priorities across the Flynn Hotel Collection. We actively work to minimise waste through improved recycling systems, responsible purchasing and reducing single-use plastics.

Our initiatives include:

  • Waste separation and recycling systems across hotel operations
  • In-room recycling options for guests
  • Reducing single-use plastics through eco-friendly packaging
  • Repurposing materials such as coffee grounds for composting
  • Monitoring water usage and promoting responsible consumption

These small but meaningful actions help reduce our environmental footprint and encourage guests to join us in supporting sustainable tourism.

Supporting Local Producers & Ethical Sourcing

Sustainability also means supporting the communities that surround our hotels. The Flynn Hotel Collection prioritises sourcing products locally wherever possible, helping reduce food miles while supporting Irish farmers, producers and artisan suppliers.

Our sourcing policy prioritises:

  • Local farms and fisheries
  • Irish food producers and artisan suppliers
  • Sustainable and ethically produced products

By supporting local businesses and producers, we help strengthen regional economies while offering guests fresh, high-quality Irish ingredients.

Biodiversity & Environmental Education

Protecting biodiversity and promoting environmental awareness are also important elements of our sustainability efforts. Initiatives across our properties include the creation of wildflower areas, habitats for pollinators such as bee hotels, and nature-focused activities designed to inspire guests and younger visitors to appreciate the natural world.

Educational initiatives also encourage staff and guests to adopt sustainable habits and learn about environmental stewardship during their stay.

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Community Engagement

As a family-run Irish business, supporting the communities around our hotels is extremely important to us. The Flynn Hotel Collection regularly supports local initiatives, charities and community events through sponsorships, donations and partnerships.
Our community initiatives include:

  • Sponsoring local sports teams and youth organisations
  • Supporting animal welfare groups and charities
  • Partnering with local community events
  • Providing prizes and fundraising support for charities

Through these initiatives we aim to make a positive contribution to the communities that support our hotels.

Our Sustainability Journey

Sustainability is not a destination, it is a continuous journey. The Flynn Hotel Collection remains committed to improving our environmental practices, investing in sustainable technologies and working with our guests, staff and suppliers to build a more sustainable future for hospitality in Ireland.