​For years, "Sustainability" in hotels meant asking guests to reuse towels. But the industry is moving toward a more ambitious goal: Regenerative Travel. While sustainability aims to "do no harm," regenerative hospitality seeks to leave a place better than it was found.
​This includes hotels that run entirely on renewable energy, contribute to local wildlife conservation, and ensure that their profits directly fund community infrastructure. This shift is being driven by Gen Z and Millennial travelers who choose brands based on their ethical footprint. For the next generation of hospitality professionals at IIMS Kochi, "Green Management" is no longer an elective—it is the core of the business model. Managing a hotel in 2026 and beyond means being custodian of environment.