By requiring the purchase of ENERGY STAR qualified TVs—which are up to 30 percent more energy efficient than conventional models—you can help to reduce the estimated 50 billion kWh that are required to power the country’s 275 million TVs each year. Many have already chosen to include ENERGY STAR TVs in their procurement policies.
08/25/2008
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What do I have to do to call my meeting or event green? Is there any industry accepted certification for green meetings that I can apply for? How do you know if you are green enough? What is the measurement you can turn to that will demonstrate to investors, customers and employees that you are committed to sustainability?
08/12/2008
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Food service can be an accessible entry point for greening your operations that will have a direct impact on your customers, suppliers and community. Start seasoning your food purchasing decisions with sustainable options and watch the green grow on multiple levels beyond just the bottom line as greening your menu can help increase customer loyalty and deepen community ties.
07/29/2008
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Today’s business and leisure travelers face numerous opportunities every day to immediately reduce their negative impact on the environment. All we have to do is empower ourselves and to each take personal responsibility for the personal carbon footprints we create during our travels. Here are some tips that I hope you will live by and share.
07/02/2008
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Consumers are beginning to realize that when they support sustainable businesses, their dollars can impact social and environmental concerns. This group of influential and leading-edge thinkers, representing LOHAS (Lifestyles of Health and Sustainability), seeks out companies that share their health, social and environmental interests and priorities.
06/18/2008
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Green is the new black. Climate change is now embraced by the likes of Wal-Mart. Even Chevron and GMC are feeling the heat. Consumers are increasingly concerned about the food they eat, their children’s toys, and the cleaning products they use at home. Undeniably, sustainability presents one of the hottest business opportunities today.
06/05/2008
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Meeting/convention planners control the destiny for many destination areas around the world with the business they represent. They have the ability to recognize and reward environmentally conscientious hospitality facilities. They are powerful and ever more circumspect about where to book their business.
05/22/2008
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As the manager of your property, you know every inch of it. That’s helped you identify key areas where green practices can be employed to save the facility in expenses and create a better feeling for guests staying on the property. Now be honest, have you taken a close look at your laundry?
05/05/2008
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Weddings are always good business for hotels, and holding an eco-friendly event is the latest trend. This environmentally-conscious wedding/event “how-to” guide will help “green minded” facilities take advantage of this significant opportunity.
04/26/2008
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In a partnership announced April 15, Orbitz has aligned with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Energy Star program to give travelers the option of choosing Energy Star labeled hotels when they book with Orbitz.
04/17/2008
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