Glenn Hasek
IAQ 2007 Conference to Discuss Sustainable Buildings
ATLANTA—Healthy and sustainable buildings are the talk of the building industry, but what exactly defines what a healthy building is? ASHRAE will discuss this...
Guestroom 2010’s Return to IH/M&RS Includes Environmental Focus
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y.—Guestroom 2010 will return to the 92nd annual International Hotel/Motel & Restaurant Show (IH/M&RS), showcasing the cutting-edge innovations and eco-friendly new products...
Spa Industry Quietly Embracing Sustainable Business Practices
LEXINGTON, KY—With nearly 100 million active spa-goers globally, the spa community casts a large net. Affecting society, the economy, culture and the environment, spa...
EcoStar Introduces EcoVent Tile-Over Ridge Vent
CARLISLE, PA.—EcoStar, a leading manufacturer of premium steep slope roofing materials, is adding EcoVent to its line of premium accessories. EcoVent is a continuous...
New 2007-2008 Chemically Safer Travel Directory Now Available
PEMBROKE PINES, FLA.—The Chemically Safer Travel Directory, a guide for health-conscious travelers with sensitivities to chemicals, is now available. It features 658 listings (314...
Master-Bilt Unveils New Line of Solid Door Refrigerators, Freezers
ATLANTA—Master-Bilt, manufacturer of a full line of premier commercial refrigeration systems for almost 70 years, will unveil their BSD Series, a new line of...
Sloan Valve’s New HYSO Dispenser Cleans Restroom Door Handles
FRANKLIN PARK, ILL.—Sloan Valve Company’s new HYSO sensor-operated door handle dispenser automatically releases a burst of cleaner on a door handle on a pre-set...
Water Conservation 101:–Lessons From an Industry Expert–Part Two
In part one of this article (click here), I addressed how one can conserve water and cut costs in guestroom areas and building exteriors....
Water Conservation 101: Lessons From an Industry Expert, Part One
NATIONAL REPORT—Most people do not believe there is a serious shortage of potable domestic water in the United States. Because of our massive natural...
In Areas Where Guests Rarely Venture, Put Lighting Controls to Work...
NATIONAL REPORT—In the areas of your hotel that guests rarely see—offices, kitchens, corridors, stairwells, storage rooms—there is no need to keep the lights burning...
