Programs in Place
Accommodation
- Towel program – towels are re-used when hung up by the guest
- Sheet change program – sheets are changed every-other day instead of every day
- Recycling bins in all guestrooms
- Reusable glass-wear
- Complimentary overnight parking for Hybrid vehicles
- Master light switched in all guestrooms (turns off all lights with one switch)
- Energy saving light bulbs in all guestrooms
- Newspapers delivered in reusable bags
- Windows that open to allow fresh airflow - instead of using the in-room air conditioners
- Use of environmentally responsible cleaners
Meetings and Administration
- Designated multi-section recycling stations throughout public and staff areas
- Timers and/or motion sensor lighting in public areas and hotel offices
- Green Roof
- Rain water recycling through use of a cistern to water plants and all hotel landscaping
- Energy saving light bulbs in all public and staff areas
- Employees reduce paper usage through increased electronic communication and reporting
- Employees recycle scrap paper for internal use
- Donation of all printer cartridges to be recycled by a local company
- Employee orientation and training of Green initiatives and environmental responsibilites is provided to all staff members
- Green & Sustainable Meetings and Catering Menus
- Bicycle rentals
- Green Team Committee (Cross-departmental)
Food and Beverage
- Whenever possible, utilization of fresh, locally produced and organic foods
- Reusable utensils, dish wear, napkins and tablecloths
- Recycling kitchen grease waste by a local rendering company
- Recycling organic food waste by a local composting company
- Purchasing of Energy Star appliances when available
