Riad Tizwa, one of Morocco’s most environmentally conscious hotels, is proud to announce its official participation in the Tuu Eco Stay Awards program, with both its Marrakech and Fes properties on track to receive the prestigious Verified Bamboo Badge.
As long-standing champions of sustainability since opening in 2006, Riad Tizwa was one of the first hotels in the country to receive the prestigious Green Key (Clef Verte) eco-label. Its continued commitment to transparency and data-driven impact is now being reaffirmed through participation in Tuu’s rigorous, performance-based verification scheme.
In the coming months, Riad Tizwa will upload years of environmental data and supporting documents to Tuu’s platform across five key areas: energy and water conservation, food sourcing, waste management, and local employment. The data will be independently verified by HLB International, a leading global audit network operating in 155 countries. The resulting badge will be stored on a third-party registry, ensuring full transparency and traceability.
“We’re proud to be on the path to becoming the first hotels in Morocco to achieve a Verified Bamboo Badge,” said Daniel Bee Co-Owner of Riad Tizwa. “As Morocco prepares to welcome record tourist numbers in 2025, there’s never been a more critical time for our industry to embrace sustainable practices, especially around waste reduction and community engagement.”
Tuu’s methodology is aligned with global standards from the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), UNEP, and the International Labour Organization (ILO). Each badge is awarded based on verified, per-square-metre performance data. Hotels are scored in five categories and rated over six consecutive months to earn Green, Silver, or Gold Bamboo levels.
The Riad Tizwa team was first introduced to Tuu when its founder, Terry Blackburn, stayed at Riad Tizwa Fes earlier this year. Impressed by the brand’s environmental approach and openness about its eco credentials, he invited them to join the program. Other verified hotels include the Regent Hong Kong, Pullman Phuket Karon Beach Resort, and Zannier Bãi San Hô in Vietnam.
Upon earning the Verified Bamboo Badge, Riad Tizwa will also be eligible to apply for one of 30 Tuu Eco Stay Awards judged independently across four categories: Environmental Impact, Local Community, Cultural Heritage, and Sustainability Planning.
“This isn’t about ticking boxes,” said Terry Blackburn “It’s about real, measurable impact—something guests can trust and that the industry can build on. We hope other Moroccan hotels will follow our lead and help position Morocco as a regional leader in sustainable tourism.”
About Riad Tizwa
Riad Tizwa operates boutique, design-led riads in Marrakech and Fes, with a long-standing commitment to sustainability, local employment, and cultural heritage. Since 2006, Riad Tizwa has prioritized energy and water efficiency, responsible sourcing, and waste reduction—and was one of the first in Morocco to be awarded the Green Key (Clef Verte) eco-label.
About Tuu Eco Stay Awards
Tuu provides performance-based sustainability verification for hotels. Its Verified Bamboo Badges are independently audited and based on real data, offering a trusted, transparent standard aligned with international benchmarks.
