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Eden project uses drones to spell out climate change warning

Eden project uses drones to spell out climate change warning

Almost 300 drones were used to signal an environmental message above the Eden Project’s biomes, during the UN Climate Change Conference (COP26).



Councils target leisure centre investment to drive decarbonisation

Councils target leisure centre investment to drive decarbonisation

As global leaders meet for the COP26 climate summit, local authorities across England are partnering with leisure development specialist, Alliance Leisure, to slash leisure portfolio carbon emissions to achieve local and national net zero targets.



Espa makes pledge to work in harmony with nature

Espa makes pledge to work in harmony with nature

Espa has announced three new changes to enhance its commitment to being a natural and environmentally-friendly skincare brand.




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in this issue

• Virgin gets right to wipe out rent arrears
• Fitness industry mourns passing of Jan Spaticchia
• STA offers mindfulness resources


Property & tenders
To Let – Potterne Park Sports Ground
Location: Verwood, Dorset Company: AVISON YOUNG
Tender: Open Day at Hall Place, Bexley to discuss commercial opportunities
Location: Hall Place House, Bexley, DA5 1PQ Company: London Borough of Bexley
Tender: Forestry Commission - Forest Nets Concession Opportunity
Location: 15 Concessions across the nation's forests Company: Forestry England
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News headlines
L’Occitane Group achieves B Corp certification  
L’Occitane Group achieves B Corp certification

By Megan Whitby

The L’Occitane Group, international retailer and manufacturer of sustainability-inspired beauty and wellness products, is now a certified B Corporation (B Corp). What are B Corps? B Corps are a new kind of business that balances purpose with profit – the certification, like fair trade, goes to whole .... more>>
Marc Cohen joins the board of Gather By to develop health products based on medicinal honey  
Marc Cohen joins the board of Gather By to develop health products based on medicinal honey

By Liz Terry

Wellness guru, Professor Marc Cohen, has joined the board at Gather By, specialists in Manuka honey production. In his role, Cohen will work on the development of an entirely new line of health products. "I'm excited to be joining the board of Gather By and working with the Gather By team to produce a range of .... more>>

Alliance Leisure awarded £13m to develop new sports facility in Barking  
By Frances Marcellin

Alliance Leisure has been awarded funding of £13m to develop a new sports hub at Parsloes Park in Barking. The leisure development specialist was appointed through the UK Leisure Framework .... more>>
Psycle pivots to memberships and opens fifth studio powered by renewable energy  
By Tom Walker

At a time when some London boutiques are under pressure financially, boutique indoor cycling operator, Psycle, has opened its fifth studio in the capital and launched a membership model, .... more>>
Lisvane and Llanishen Reservoirs launch as hubs for health and wellbeing with new visitor centre  
By Tom Walker

Two of Cardiff’s iconic reservoirs are being brought back to life this month, when they reopen to the public as a hub for health and wellbeing. Lisvane and Llanishen Reservoirs are set to .... more>>
Mandarin Oriental announces new luxury hotel, spa and branded residences on London's South Bank  
By Megan Whitby

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group (MOHG) is set to open its third London hotel and spa in the British capital in 2028. Situated on London's South Bank with dramatic views over St Paul’s .... more>>
US research shows record numbers taking part in outdoor exercise  
By Tom Walker

The number of people taking part in outdoor exercise and recreation in the US reached an all time record of 168.1 million in 2022 following year-on-year growth of 2.3 per cent. The trend is .... more>>
Therme Manchester’s new design submitted for approval  
By Megan Whitby

Following a public consultation, Therme Manchester, the UK’s first city-based wellbeing resort, has submitted a refined new design for approval to Trafford Council. The concept for the .... more>>
Music star Charlotte Church creates wellness retreat in former home of Laura Ashley  
By Megan Whitby

Welsh music star, TV personality and activist Charlotte Church has opened a new wellness retreat in the Elan Valley in Powys, Wales. Called The Dreaming, the new destination is designed to .... more>>
Atlético de Madrid plans Europe's largest urban beach and surf park for Madrid  
By Tom Walker

Spanish capital Madrid is set to to be the home of Europe's largest urban beach and surf destination. A collaboration between football club, Atlético de Madrid, and two real estate .... more>>
Seneca Polytechnic's new health and sports hub looks to 'redefine' how wellbeing facilities are designed  
By Tom Walker

Seneca Polytechnic in Toronto, Canada, has revealed plans for a multi-million-dollar health and wellness complex based on indigenous design, sustainability and inclusion. Described as a .... more>>
Michael Bruggeman among GSN Planet’s new board members and officers  
By Megan Whitby

Nonprofit trade association GSN Planet has appointed Michael Bruggeman, CEO and chief formulation officer for OM4 Organic Male + haia, and Helen Brown, principal of The H. Brown Group, to .... more>>
Håkon Lund embraces solar at Kongeparken and calls for governments globally to support attractions and tourism to go sustainable  
By Tom Walker

Norway's largest theme park, Kongeparken, is investing heavily in solar energy, as it looks to power the park's operations using more sustainable resources. According to CEO, Håkon Lund, .... more>>
Watch Active-net's debate on the energy crisis and Net Zero – streaming live (and free) on HCMmag.com  
By Tim Nash

Fitness industry leaders, including UK Active CEO Huw Edwards, will take to the stage at Active-net this week to discuss sustainability and decarbonisation in the physical activity sector. For the first time, key debates .... more>>
Starwood launches Field & Lodge hospitality brand targeting outdoor enthusiasts  
By Megan Whitby

Private investment firm Starwood Capital Group and real estate and hospitality company, Adventurous Journeys Capital Partners (AJ Capital), have unveiled a new outdoor-focused hotel group .... more>>

Features
St Sidwell’s: On point

Environment:
St Sidwell’s: On point


The sector is at a crossroads due to soaring energy prices. In this major case study, HCM looks at St Sidwell’s Point, Exeter – the first Passivhaus leisure centre – and talks to the team behind the project about achieving a transformational 70 per cent reduction in energy usage
Robert D. Henry Architects

Consultant profile:
Robert D. Henry Architects


Robert D. Henry Architects strive to design sustainable environments that prioritise the well-being of clients, promoting personal health and longevity.
A sustainable future

Research:
A sustainable future


Research shows that consumers want attractions to get greener, faster, and they’re actively pushing for change. BVA BDRC’s Jon Young talks us through the numbers
The right price

Research:
The right price


With such a tough economic climate, it’s tempting to pass some of the costs on to members. Some operators are already doing so. But will the beleagured consumer stand it? Julie Allen passes on some interesting insights from Leisure-net’s pricing report.
Devin Consulting

Consultant profile:
Devin Consulting


Devin Consulting are specialists in the design, engineering and specification of environments that use water for wellness, leisure and sport.
Energy

Everyone's talking about:
Energy


As we face a global energy crisis, experts give their views on the drive towards decarbonisation, and how businesses can tackle steeply rising costs
Comfort Zone: Beauty, ethics & regeneration

Sponsored:
Comfort Zone: Beauty, ethics & regeneration


Comfort Zone has partnered with the famous Rodale Institute to support soil health, biodiversity protection and decarbonisation through regenerative organic agriculture
Green tech

Ask the experts:
Green tech


Saving money and the planet are huge incentives to decarbonise. Kath Hudson asks the experts about the practicalities
Chris Mather

Interview:
Chris Mather


As the Gretna Green Experience opens in Scotland, Mather & Co’s CEO shares the highs and lows of almost three decades in exhibition design
Product news
Dutch furniture design company secures Dragon's Den funding

Dutch furniture design company secures Dragon's Den funding

FROM GREEN-KIT.NET

Sustainable furniture design company Van De Sant has secured a £70,000 (€80,000, US$91,000) investment package from serial entrepreneur and TV personality Deborah Meaden.
 
How energy efficiency can boost your bottom line

How energy efficiency can boost your bottom line

FROM GREEN-KIT.NET

Today’s energy landscape is changing fast bringing new challenges for businesses.
 
SportsArt creates line of sustainable fitness equipment

SportsArt creates line of sustainable fitness equipment

FROM GREEN-KIT.NET

SportsArt has developed a new line of environmentally-friendly fitness equipment that could dramatically reduce a facility's carbon footprint, as well as lower operational costs.
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Company profile
Les Mills UK

For over 50 years Les Mills has been leading the way in fitness to inspire a fitter planet. Every week, millions of people get fit in 21,000 clubs across 100 countries with the help of 140,000 Les Mills instructors.

For over 50 years Les Mills has been leading the way in fitness to inspire a fitter planet. Every week, millions of people get fit in 21,000 clubs across 100 countries with the help of 140,000 Les Mills instructors.
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Book4Time Pay extends reach to more than 30 countries in North America, Europe and Asia

Cloud-based spa and amenity management software platform Book4Time has expanded its coverage for its integrated Book4Time Pay solution through a partnership with fintech company Adyen.
  Book4Time Pay extends reach to more than 30 countries in North America, Europe and Asia
Everyone Active boosts PT bookings by more than 60 per cent following Fisikal partnership

Earlier this year, Everyone Active launched a trial of Fisikal’s custom-built digital PT management app across 12 sites to create an experience-driven, efficient process that linked members to trainers.
  Everyone Active boosts PT bookings by more than 60 per cent following Fisikal partnership

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Eau Palm Beach , Manalapan, United States



04-06 Oct 2023

27th European Spas Congress

Karlovy Vary , Czech Republic



04-06 Oct 2023

Termatalia Uruquay

Uruguay



05-05 Oct 2023

VAC 2023

QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom



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Olympia Beauty

ExCel London, London, United Kingdom



22-25 Oct 2023

GSN Planet Buyers Conference - Green Spa Network

Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, Lake Geneva, United States



24-26 Oct 2023

ASEAN Pool & Spa Expo

IMPACT Exhibition Centre, Thailand



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Synergy - The Retreat Show

Palmaïa, The House of Aia, Playacar, Playa del Carmen, Mexico



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