From the housekeeping department, where green cleaning is considered and implemented, to engineering, where mechanical systems are maintained and fine-tuned, hotel operators have implemented innovative products and processes to save energy and minimize the impact on the environment. Got news or a story idea to share? Contact Glenn Hasek, editor, at (813) 510-3868, or by e-mail at: 
Study Suggests that Water Treatment Methods May Impact the Risk of Legionnaires’ Disease
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Preliminary results of a nationwide study suggest that the disinfectant used to treat water before it is distributed through pipes may impact the...
Most Common Sewer Issues Impacting the Lodging Industry
NATIONAL REPORT—Commercial lodging facilities handle massive water volumes daily. Daily wastewater output from guestrooms, kitchens, and laundry services places continuous pressure on aging or...
Sofidel Showcases Sustainable Restroom Solutions at ISSA Show
HORSHAM, PENN.—Sofidel, a leading global provider of paper for hygienic and domestic use, is showcasing its Papernet brand of sustainable restroom solutions at the...
Jury Awards $2 Million in Landmark Bed Bug Case Against California Hotel
LOS ANGELES—In a historic victory for consumer safety, a Ventura County judge has denied the defendants’ Motion for New Trial, officially upholding a $2 million jury...
Diversey Introduces Suma D-GREAZEE D9.9 Kitchen Degreaser
WILMINGTON, DEL.—Diversey, a Solenis company and global leader in cleaning and hygiene solutions, has launched Suma D-GREAZEE D9.9, a new degreaser designed for professional kitchens. The aluminum-safe, caustic-free formula...
Sustainability Top of Mind for Many Exhibitors at Denver’s Hospitality Show
I attended The Hospitality Show in Denver this past week. The event is a production of the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) and...
Quore Set to Reveal Next-Generations Learning Management System
FRANKLIN, TENN.—Quore, a leader in hotel operations management, will reveal its next-generation Learning Management System at The Hospitality Show (THS). The event, to be...
Sofidel Provides Smart Restroom Hygiene Tips for Cold & Flu Season
HORSHAM, PA.—With cold and flu season in full swing, facilities should refresh their cleaning protocols to ensure they align with today’s hygiene standards and...
Meyer Jabara Hotels Celebrates International Housekeeping Week to Honor Unsung Heroes of Hospitality
DANBURY, CONN.—Meyer Jabara Hotels celebrated International Housekeeping Week (September 14 to 20) across its portfolio of 45 branded and independent hotels in recognition of...
Green Cleaning Essentials: What Today’s Cleaning Professionals Want to Know
CHANNEL HARBORS, CALIF.—A new generation of cleaning professionals is reshaping the conversation around green cleaning, according to Steve Ashkin, internationally recognized as the “Father...
How to Reduce Energy Loss in Air Duct Systems
NATIONAL REPORT—Your lodging property might have a hidden energy thief that’s hurting your sustainability goals: your air ducts. Problems like leaks, poor insulation, or...
eTip Concludes Housekeeping Week with Record $14,000 Tip
SAN FRANCISCO—eTip, the pioneer in digital tipping for hospitality, announced the close of Housekeeping Week with a historic milestone: a single tip of $14,000 given through...
Quore Highlights How Cleanings Plus Helps Housekeepers
FRANKLIN, TENN.—In honor of International Housekeeping Week, September 14 to 20, Quore celebrated the vital role housekeepers play in hotel operations and highlighted how...
Sofidel Adds New High-Capacity Product to Papernet Dissolve Tech Line
HORSHAM, PA.—Sofidel, a leading provider of paper for hygienic and domestic use, announced the expansion of its Papernet Dissolve Tech line with the introduction...
Generator Maintenance: How Hospitality Facilities Can Prevent Costly Downtime
In the hospitality industry, uptime is everything. From small inns to sprawling Vegas hotels, an unexpected power outage can result in lost revenue, frustrated...
Some Thoughts on International Housekeeping and Environmental Services Week
This week, September 14 to 20, is International Housekeeping and Environmental Services Week. According to IEHA, a Division of ISSA, International Housekeeping and Environmental...
Green Lodging News Adds RoomOne Solutions to Product Directory
ODESSA, FLA.—Green Lodging News has added RoomOne Solutions to the Recycling/PTACs section of its Green Product & Service Directory. RoomOne Solutions makes PTAC disposal...
Bradley Co. & the Healthy Handwashing Survey
MENOMONEE FALLS, WIS.—For 16 years, Bradley Company’s Healthy Handwashing Survey has tracked how Americans’ public restroom expectations shape their behavior—offering an unmatched view of...
Staples Now Carrying Anti-Icer SAFEguard Pro
FRAMINGHAM, MASS.—Staples announced the arrival of SAFEguard Pro, an aviation-grade anti-icing solution now available to schools, hospitals, hotels, and businesses across ice country.
Relying on...
Winter Maintenance Trend: Treating, Preventing Ice with Non-Chloride Products
NATIONAL REPORT—With winter just a few months away, there is no better time to begin planning for the treatment of the ice that comes...
