Mercure Kathmandu Sukedhara Heights has received the Green Key certification, an internationally recognised eco-label for sustainable tourism, marking a significant milestone for Nepal’s hospitality industry. The certification recognises the hotel’s commitment to responsible hospitality, environmental management and sustainable operating practices.
Certification Recognises Environmental Sustainability
Green Key is an international eco-label operated by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE). It recognises hotels and other tourism establishments that meet established criteria for environmental responsibility and sustainable operations. Mercure Kathmandu Sukedhara Heights received the certification following an independent assessment covering 13 areas of sustainability, including energy and water efficiency, waste reduction, responsible food sourcing, staff training and community engagement.
With this achievement, the hotel joins a global network of Green Key-certified establishments operating in more than 80 countries. The certification provides a practical framework for incorporating international sustainability standards into daily hotel operations while addressing local environmental priorities in Kathmandu. As the certification requires annual renewal, the hotel will continue to evaluate its performance and improve its sustainability practices.
French Ambassador Congratulates the Hotel
The achievement was celebrated in the presence of Her Excellency Françoise Puig-Inza, the French Ambassador to Nepal; Desh Bandhu Basnet, Chairman; Abhishek Pasricha, General Manager of Mercure Kathmandu Sukedhara Heights; and the hotel’s team. Congratulating the hotel on receiving the certification, French Ambassador to Nepal Françoise Puig-Inza said the achievement reflected a genuine commitment to sustainable hospitality and expressed hope that it would encourage more establishments in Nepal to adopt similar practices.
“I warmly congratulate Mercure Kathmandu Sukedhara Heights on receiving the Green Key certification. This achievement reflects a genuine commitment to sustainable hospitality, and I hope it will inspire many more establishments in Nepal to follow. I congratulate the entire Mercure Kathmandu team on this milestone,” she said.
Hotel Commits to Continuous Improvement
Abhishek Pasricha, General Manager of Mercure Kathmandu Sukedhara Heights, described the certification as a proud moment for the hotel and recognition of the collective efforts of its team. He said the hotel was honoured to achieve the distinction as the first hotel in Nepal to receive the Green Key certification.
“It is an honour to receive the Green Key certification, and a proud moment for the efforts of our entire team to be recognised as the first hotel in Nepal to achieve this distinction. This is not the end of our journey but the beginning. We remain committed to continually improving and taking our sustainability efforts to new heights,” Pasricha said.
The hotel stated that the certification represents another step in its journey towards more responsible hospitality. It will continue working to improve its environmental performance while creating meaningful experiences for guests, colleagues and the wider community. The recognition also highlights the growing importance of sustainability in the hospitality sector, where efficient resource use, responsible waste management and community engagement are increasingly relevant to the long-term development of tourism destinations.
About Mercure
Inspired by Mercury, the Roman god of travellers, Mercure is an international hotel brand established in 1973. The brand focuses on connecting guests with the character, culture, food and experiences of their destinations through its “Discover Local” programme, which encourages travellers to experience local life wherever they stay.
Mercure operates more than 1,000 hotels in over 60 countries and is part of Accor, a global hospitality group with more than 5,700 properties across over 110 countries. Accor also operates ALL – Accor Live Limitless, a lifestyle loyalty programme offering members access to rewards, services and experiences. For more information, visit mercure.com, all.com or group.accor.com.
