Environmental Practices

Energy & Water Conservation:

• High-efficiency lighting in guestrooms
• High-efficiency lighting in public areas
• Water conserving fixtures
• Smart irrigation practices
• Regular preventive maintenance
• Make A Green Choice program rewards guests for choosing to conserve natural resources in their guest room

Waste Minimization & Environmentally Responsible Purchasing:

• Recycling
• Dumpster monitoring
• Organic waste composting
• Elimination of styrofoam packaging
• Environmentally preferred suppliers
• Environmentally preferred products
• Amenity management
• Alternatives to plastic bottled water
• Sustainable food and beverage options

Enhanced Indoor Environmental Quality:

• Green Housekeeping
• Integrated pest management practices
• Low-emitting materials, such as paints, flooring and furniture

Raising Awareness:

• Property-level Green Council
• Sustainable Meetings Practices