RCI Timeshare Exchange has launched the “RCI Going Green Award” for its affiliate resorts in the Pacific.

The Green awards will center on timeshare and resort operations, recognizing companies that have promote ‘green’ business practices.

Together with Griffith University, RCI will have a two-phase assessment of selected Pacific-based resorts. First, the environment practices of a timeshare will be evaluated. The second part of the assessment will be an on-site inspection. Timeshare resorts that pass the first phase will qualify for the second phase.

“I am absolutely delighted to be working on this initiative with RCI,” commented Dr. David Weaver, a professor of Tourism research at Griffith University. “I expect an award program such as this will really raise awareness of and participation in environmentally-friendly best practices within the sector.”