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energy conservation

The property uses alternative energy sources to provide part or all of their electricity needs
ALTERNATIVE ENERGY USE
Lighting in guest rooms and baths is far more efficient because of use of compact fluorescent lights
CFL LIGHTING IN GUEST ROOMS
Lighting in meeting rooms and public areas is far more efficient because of use of compact fluorescent lights
CFL LIGHTING IN MEETING & PUBLIC SPACES
The property reduces energy usage significantly by using efficient compact fluorescent lighting in non-public areas
T8 FLUORESCENT LIGHTING "BACK OF HOUSE"
Exit signs around the property have been converted to lighting provided by energy-efficient LEDs, saving significant energy
LED LIGHTS IN EXIT SIGNS
Guest rooms have automatic sensors that reduce or shut off lights and climate controls when not in use
OCCUPANCY SENSORS
Housekeeping and/or staff help maintain thermostats a few degrees colder or warmer to avoid energy use when not needed
THERMOSTAT PROGRAM
Electrical appliances (mini bars, A/C, etc.) throughout the property operate at maximum efficiency saving significant energy
ENERGY EFFICIENT APPLIANCES
By auditing and monitoring energy usage the property can identify and correct wasteful practices
ENERGY AUDIT IN LAST 5 YEARS
Maintenance staff has monitored insulation to avoid energy loss through leakage - the easiest, most effective energy conservation step
GOOD INSULATION AROUND PROPERTY
The property avoids gasoline-powered vehicles for utility transportation around the property by using electric, hybrid or solar enhanced transport
ENERGY EFFICIENT TRANSPORTATION
Ordering food and other supplies locally eliminates the need to have them transported longer distances thereby saving energy
ORDER SOME FOOD LOCALLY
Growing food and/or herbs on property eliminates the need to have them transported thereby saving energy
ON-PROPERTY GROWING OF FOOD
earth protection

Green and Efficient Laundry Facilities and Cleaning Agents
PRESERVATION OF SITE'S ECOSYSTEM
Daily newspapers are not delivered to rooms, but are available on request - this reduces the number of newspapers needed on property
NEWSPAPER ON REQUEST
Recycling
BIODEGRADABLE DISPOSABLE ITEMS
Recycling
NO USE OF STYROFOAM
Sheets and towels made of cotton or other natural fibers are used at the property
COTTOR/ORGANIC SHEETS AND/OR TOWELS
Recycling
ORGANIC FOOD ITEMS ON MENUS
Individual plastic shower/bath bottles (that clog landfills) have either been replaced by dispensers or are biodegradable
SOAP, SHAMPOO DISPENSERS
Organic dry cleaning is far more eco-friendly and the property offers this as an alternative to traditional dry cleaning
ORGANIC DRY CLEANING
LEED or country equivalent certification means that every step possible has been taken to make buildings efficient and resource-friendly
LEED CERTIFICATION
The property has earned certification of eco-friendliness from recognized green-oriented ratings group(s)
OTHER GREEN CERTIFICATION OR AWARDS
Indoor paints/carpets that are low or zero VOC (volatile organic compounds) or Green Seal Certified reduces pollution
ECO-FRIENDLY PAINTS & CARPETING
Materials are used that reduce allergic reactions
ALLERGY FRIENDLY ROOMS
Non-smoking rooms and areas around the property avoid/reduce second-hand smoke's affects
NON-SMOKING ROOMS
Recycling
TRACK/REDUCE ENERGY, WATER, WASTE
Property uses daily cleaning chemicals that are Green Seal Certified or equivalent thereby reducing pollution
GREEN CLEANING PRODUCTS
The property's laundry facilities are energy efficient and the cleaning products are green-rated - a significant energy and pollution reduction
GREEN/EFFICIENT LAUNDRY
Harsh chemicals are avoided, thereby reducing pollution
SALINE POOL PRODUCTS
Carbon Offset
PARTICIPATE IN CARBON OFFSET PROGRAM
Organic materials are used to eliminate pollution in landscaping work
ORGANIC FERTILIZERS/PESTICIDES
Pollution is reduced by use of more eco-sensitive pesticides and fertilizers
LIMITED LANDSCAPING CHEMICALS/PESTICIDES
recycling

Recycling
RECYCLING OF PROPERTY WASTE
Recycling
RECYCLING IN GUEST ROOMS
Recycling
RECYCLING THROUGH DONATIONS
Recycling
RECYCLING GRAYWATER FOR USE IN LANDSCAPING
Recycling
STAFF RECYCLE AND SAVE ENERGY
Food waste and other appropriate materials are composted - this avoids waste and produces a useful by-product
COMPOSTING
Giving preferential treatment to vendors/suppliers who offer recycled and/or energy efficient products helps reduce waste and encourages greener businesses
GREEN-ORIENTED VENDORS & SUPPLIERS
Use of recycled building materials
RECYCLED BUILDING MATERIALS

water conservation
Conserving water is a priority for the property, done so by efficient appliances, bath facilities and/or irrigation
WATER CONSERVATION
Changing sheets daily wastes energy and increases pollution so the property encourages guests to use them an extra day or two
SHEET PROGRAM
Washing towels daily wastes energy and increases pollution so the property encourages guests to use them an extra day or two
TOWEL PROGRAM
Planting wisely reduces water usage around the property
PLANTING MINIMIZES WATER USE
Water conservation is accomplished by using recycled/reclaimed water and/or using smart watering practices
SMART LANDSCAPING WATER USAGE

eco-education
Have a Green Guardian on property – a person tasked to monitor green programs - helps achieve conservation goals
GREEN GUARDIAN ON PROPERTY
The property encourages guests and staff to alter their lifestyle at home to be more eco-friendly by sharing best practices information
GREEN EDUCATION FOR STAFF AND GUESTS
The property encourages guests and staff to alter their lifestyle at home to be more eco-friendly by sharing best practices information
GREEN TRAINING FOR MAINTENANCE STAFF

meetings
Site offers mass transit to the hotel/meetings as well as easy to walk to events (avoiding individual car trips)
MEETINGS & CONFERENCES ARE GREEN
A conscious effort is made to produce as little printed material as possible in conjunction with all meetings
REDUCE MEETINGS PAPER & COLLATERAL
Waste reduction through the re-use of many meeting-oriented materials (decorations, floral, carpets, A/V equipment) is part of the best practices program
SUSTAINABLE MEETINGS MATERIALS
When offering SWAG (souvenirs, wearable's and gifts) the property uses eco-friendly products as much as possible
ECO-FRIENDLY GIFTS AND LOGO ITEMS
Individual water bottles are extremely wasteful so meetings use large water dispensers or pitchers instead
AVOID BOTTLED WATER FOR MEETINGS
Condiments are served in bulk containers, avoiding use of wasteful individual packaging
CONDIMENT DISPENSERS FOR GROUPS
Site offers mass transit to the hotel/meetings as well as easy to walk to events (avoiding individual car trips)
TRANSIT EFFICIENT MEETINGS

spa
Environmentally friendly spa products are used, those that minimize petroleum and chemicals in their manufacture
ECO-FRIENDLY SPA PRODUCTS







 
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