Glenn Hasek
Greener Restaurants National Recognition Program Pilot Launches
WASHINGTON, D.C.—The National Restaurant Association has launched the pilot of Greener Restaurants—a new national program to recognize restaurants’ environmental sustainability efforts. A limited number...
Stowe Mountain Resort Earns Audubon Certification
STOWE, VT.—Stowe Mountain Resort in Vermont has received the Sustainable Community Certification from Audubon International, becoming the first ski resort in the United States...
Carnegie Introduces X-Protect Barrier Backing for Xorel Textiles
NEW YORK—Carnegie, a manufacturer of textiles, has introduced X-Protect Barrier Backing for its Xorel line of textiles. Technologically advanced, environmentally sound and inherently anti-microbial,...
Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism Adds MAGREEN Section to Website
BOSTON—The Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism (MOTT) has added a green tourism section to its website. Called “MAGREEN,” the section includes information on...
Rubbermaid Adds Element Indoor Recycling Stations to Product Mix
WINCHESTER, VA.—Rubbermaid Commercial Products (RCP), a leader in innovative, solutions-based products, announces the newest addition to its line of indoor recycling receptacles. New Element...
United Feather & Down Helps Chicago Area Homeless
DES PLAINES, ILL.—Bedding manufacturer United Feather & Down recently made a difference for two Chicagoland homeless shelters, donating much-needed bedding, including pillows and comforters,...
Structural Insulated Panels Boost Energy, Construction Efficiency
When developing new lodging facilities, profitability often hinges on managing construction and annual building operating costs. In light of tight margins and increased interest...
Marriott Headquarters Earns LEED Existing Building Gold Status
BETHEDA, MD.—Marriott International headquarters has been awarded the gold medal for green buildings. After a three-year effort to become more sustainable and environmentally-friendly, the...
W Hotel in San Francisco Earns LEED Silver Certification
SAN FRANCISCO—The four-diamond W San Francisco made history this week by earning the first LEED certification of an existing building belonging to a major...
Save Your World Adds Two New Amenity Lines
CLEARWATER, FLA.—Save Your World L.L.C., the first company in the United States to launch a personal care product line infused with organic yerba maté...