Three Hotel Groups Among Top 50 Most Sustainable Companies in Greece 2024

From top left: Sani/Ikos Group, Metaxa Hospitality Group and Mitsis Group.

Metaxa Hospitality Group, Mitsis Group, and Sani/Ikos Group were listed among the Top 50 Most Sustainable Companies in Greece for 2024 in the “ESG Index in Greece”, announced recently by the QualityNet Foundation.

In its 7^th consecutive year, the ESG Index distinguishes businesses in Greece that stand out for their sustainable development strategies and actions.

Candidates are assessed on performance in ESG (Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance) criteria, which also include methods used to address issues of sustainable development and responsible operation.

The 50 listed companies, which  are active in 13 different sectors, serve as prime examples of sustainable development, the announcement said.

In the hotel sector, the list includes Metaxa Hospitality Group, Mitsis Group, and Sani/Ikos Group among the most sustainable companies in Greece for 2024.

Metaxa Hospitality Group
Sustainability is embedded in Metaxa Hospitality Group’s business strategy, from the design, construction and operation of its hotels to the entire guest experience. Following the WTTC’s International Standards for Sustainable Management, Metaxa Hospitality Group has developed and maintained a comprehensive program of sustainability, which ensures the protection of natural beauty, biodiversity and social wellbeing, while attracting quality tourism and improving local communities’ life, minimising at the same time any negative environmental and social impact. Press here for further information.

Mitsis Group
Mitsis Group’s mission is to stand out as the preferred portfolio of hotels & resorts in Greece offering excellent service, great locations, impeccable facilities, sophisticated dining and a broad spectrum of options, ensuring a flawless hospitality experience for guests, all in a sustainable manner. Committed to its responsible operation and the goal of sustainable hospitality, Mitsis’ corporate social responsibility (CSR) program, ‘A story of change’, is built upon 5 key thematic pillars. Press here for further information.

Sani/Ikos Group
Sani/Ikos Group envisages a healthy planet and a thriving society for the generations to come. Promoting sustainable tourism, to the benefit of visitors, employees, and communities alike, is at the heart of its business and culture. Through its award-winning Sani Green and Ikos Green flagship ESG programs, the Group strives to continuously improve its positive impact on the environment and the vulnerable ecosystems surrounding its resorts, while also providing support for local communities. Press here for further information.

“The organizations included in ‘The ESG Index in Greece’ are committed to climate neutrality and reducing their carbon footprint, working towards digital transformation, and through a series of investments, developing actions to adapt to climate change,” said QualityNet Foundation President Chrysoula Exarchou. 

According to Exarchou, targeted action programs that support social and environmental needs with measurable impact are also increasing in number.

Since 1997, the QualityNet Foundation has promoted sustainable development, responsible business, and social responsibility through its ties with businesses, institutions, local authorities and civil society organizations in Greece.