You are required to develop a sustainability proposal for the food and beverage (F&B) department of a mid-sized hotel. This proposal should focus on one specific sustainable practice explored in the lecture, such as waste reduction, sustainable procurement, local sourcing, or energy and water conservation. Your proposal must present a compelling strategy that integrates environmental, social, and economic considerations while aligning with industry trends and technological innovations. Choose One Focus Area: Reducing food waste Sustainable procurement Local sourcing Energy and water conservation Assignment Guidelines: 1. Executive Summary (5 marks) Overview of your proposal State the selected sustainable practice and its relevance 2. Sustainability Rationale (10 marks) Link to sustainability principles (environmental, social, economic) Academic and industry justification for focusing on the chosen practice 3. Proposal Strategy (15 marks) Strategic goals and outcomes Step-by-step plan for implementation in the F&B department Stakeholder roles (staff, suppliers, guests) Monitoring and evaluation (KPIs, reporting, feedback systems)4. Opportunities and Challenges (10 marks) Practical challenges (cost, awareness, infrastructure, regulations) Propose solutions and mitigation strategies 5. Future Outlook & Trends (5 marks) How your proposal aligns with global and local sustainability trends Long-term impact and scalability