OCTOBER 10, 2023
#49: Greening Your Airbnb & Short-Term Rental Strategy with Vanessa de Souza Lage
In our newest podcast episode, dive deep into the world of Airbnb and short-term rentals with Vanessa de Souza Lage, the visionary CEO of Sustonica – the pioneering sustainability recognition program tailored specifically for the short-term rental industry.
Here’s a sneak peek into the enriching insights awaiting you:
🍃 Green Hosting Made Easy: Unearth simple yet impactful strategies to transform your Airbnb or short-term rental into an eco-friendly haven. From embracing energy efficiency to mastering waste reduction, it’s easier than you think!
🌟 Sustainability: Your Competitive Edge: Ever wondered why leading Airbnb hosts and short-term rental proprietors are leaning into sustainability? Vanessa unveils the powerful connection between sustainable practices and a surge in bookings and guest appeal.
🔮 Staying Ahead with Sustainability: Delve into the upcoming sustainability regulations poised to reshape the short-term rental landscape. Learn how to navigate these changes and position your property for enduring success.
🌍 Eco-Chic: The New Guest Magnet: Concerned about alienating potential guests? Vanessa debunks this myth, illustrating how green initiatives enhance guest satisfaction and cast a wider net of appeal.
To put it succinctly, for Airbnb hosts and short-term rental operators, embracing sustainability is more than just staying with the times – it’s the golden ticket to thriving in an evolving market. Vanessa’s transformative journey with Sustonica illuminates the path.
So, whether you’re a seasoned Airbnb maestro or taking your first steps into the short-term rental realm, remember: sustainability isn’t just the future; it’s the NOW.
Don’t miss out on this game-changing episode! Dive in and let sustainability be your guide in the short-term rental universe.
Highlights and Key Points:
[02:47] Know our guest Vanessa and where she is located
[03:22] How she got started in the vacation rental industry
[05:21] What inspired Vanessa to be an entrepreneur?
[09:02] What Sustonica does and its mission
[10:21] Why having a sustainable STR property is important for guests nowadays
[13:00] Are guests willing to pay more for a short-term rental with a sustainability focus?
[16:00] Types of activities she incorporates into her properties to assist guests in transforming their own lives when they return home
[18:24] The sustainability chart
[19:31] The future of regulations surrounding sustainability
[23:06] Tactics for creating sustainable properties
[24:55] The Beat the Microbead app: https://www.beatthemicrobead.org/download-btmb-app/
Golden Nuggets
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Households are responsible for 20% of CO₂ emissions. One of the most effective ways to reduce this amount is by transitioning to renewable energy sources.
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Focusing on sustainability is crucial for every host due to its substantial cost reduction.
CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST
Follow Vanessa de Souza Lage on:
Website: https://www.sustonica.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sustonica/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sustonica/
Linktr.ee: https://linktr.ee/sustonica/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Sustonica
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