Glenn Hasek
Philips Debuts LED ‘Stumble Light’ to Help Guests at Night
NEW YORK—As an antidote for the jet-lagged road warrior, Philips Electronics debuted The Stumble Light at the International Hotel/Motel and Restaurant Show in New...
Four Months In, How is Green Lodging News Doing?
I have a confession to make. When planning the editorial direction for Green Lodging News, I consulted with just a few people. Yes, they...
Fairmont’s Environmental Program Honored with Global Award
TORONTO—Fairmont Hotels & Resorts has announced the latest accolade for its industry leading environmental program. On November 9, during the annual Hospitality Awards ceremony...
LED Candles Provide Eco-Friendly Alternative to Wax or Liquid Fuel Options
NATIONAL REPORT—To add ambiance to a restaurant, bar or other area of a hotel, sometimes all that’s needed is a little candlelight. Whether fueled...
Sustainability, Innovation Practices to Highlight Annual Hotel Ezra Cornell
ITHACA, N.Y.—The student board of directors of the 82nd Annual Hotel Ezra Cornell (HEC) has announced the theme for next year’s student-run event. It...
Novotel Century Hong Kong Taps Electricity Monitoring Experts to Cut Costs
HONG KONG—Accor Hotels has a strong track record as a trend setter, not a trend follower, in matters relating to the environment. Its first...
Litetronics Rolls Out Micro-Brite BR30 Compact Fluorescents
ALSIP, ILL.—Litetronics International introduces its Micro-Brite BR30 cold cathode compact fluorescent lamps. These 8-watt bulbs directly replace incandescents up to 65 watts, saving as...
Minibar Systems Introduces New Energy-Efficient Smartcube
ROCKVILLE, MD.—A new product from Minibar Systems combines cutting-edge technology, upgradeability, eco-friendly materials, upscale design, and a strong in-room retail profit potential for hoteliers....
Preferred Hotel Group Recognizes Environmental Efforts of Three Hotels
CHICAGO—Preferred Hotel Group, which includes 350 hotels and resorts in more than 50 nations, recently recognized three of its members with its Preferred Pineapple...
HAC’s Green Key Program Steamrolls Toward 800 Participants
OTTAWA, ONTARIO—A year and a half after launching its Green Key Eco-Rating program, the Hotel Association of Canada (HAC) has rated more than 400...
