Everyone has felt the sting of rising energy costs recently. Savvy hoteliers have implemented plans to address these increases. It could be a simple operational change or a complex capital investment. Green Lodging News covers the latest news and trends pertaining to energy management. Got news or a story idea to share? Contact Glenn Hasek, editor, at (813) 510-3868, or by e-mail at: 
SportsArt Highlights Manufacturing Practices for Sustainability Month
SEATTLE—In recognition of Sustainability Month, SportsArt is highlighting the environmental practices behind its fitness equipment, demonstrating how sustainability can begin on the manufacturing floor...
The Sustainability Win Hiding in Your Hotel Kitchen
Hotels chase sustainability wins in the places guests can see—low-flow fixtures, key-card thermostats, refillable amenities, towel-reuse cards. Those matter, and guests notice them. But...
What To Check Before a Hotel Energy Retrofit
NATIONAL REPORT—Energy upgrades can move your property closer to its sustainability goals, but the best results require planning. If you rush into changes without...
A Hilton Chat with GLN About Its New Home2 Suites by Hilton Clean Energy Prototype
In case you missed it, this past week’s big news came out of Hilton’s headquarters with the unveiling of the company’s new Home2 Suites...
Excel Dryer & CoDesign Collaborative Bring Student Artwork to Boston
EAST LONGMEADOW, MASS.—Eight Greater Boston high school students now have their artwork permanently displayed in some of Boston’s most recognizable public spaces through a...
Hilton Offers New Home2 Suites by Hilton Clean Energy Prototype
NEW YORK—Hilton today announced the availability of the new Home2 Suites by Hilton Clean Energy Prototype, an optional, turnkey offering for U.S. hotel owners...
The EPA: Friend or Foe to Travel & Tourism? Here’s What I Think
My head spun around like a top when I read this headline this week: “EPA eliminates rule that limits planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions from...
UL Solutions Launches Certification to Help EVs Support Power Grid
NORTHBROOK, ILL.—UL Solutions Inc., a global leader in applied safety science, announced its new certification program for vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technologies, helping advance the use...
Feeney Launches LED Lighting Kits for DesignRail Modern
OAKLAND, CALIF.—Feeney, a leading manufacturer of quality architectural products and pioneer of cable railings, announces the launch of its LED Lighting Kits for DesignRail...
Verdafero Joins Green Key Global Vendor Program
SAN JOSE, CALIF.—Verdafero, a leading provider of cloud-based utility analytics solutions, sustainability reporting, and professional consulting services, announce its approval as a Preferred Vendor...
Solar Lighting for Hotels: Parking Lots, Pathways, Outdoor Safety, & Lower Operating Costs
For hotels and lodging properties, outdoor lighting is more than a visual detail. It influences how guests arrive, move through the property, and perceive...
Schneider Electric Launches Schneider Charge
BOSTON—Schneider Electric, a trusted partner to electricians and contractors through its Square D brand, announced Schneider Charge, a smart Level 2 residential EV charger...
Building Cold Storage for a More Sustainable Future
NATIONAL REPORT—For many organizations, walk-in refrigeration is essential infrastructure. Restaurants rely on it to protect inventory. Healthcare facilities depend on it for temperature sensitive...
How Insulation Improves Guest Comfort & Saves Energy
NATIONAL REPORT—Hotels can invest in upgraded amenities and polished service, but guests still notice when a room runs too hot or loud. Comfort problems...
Highlights from Host Hotels & Resort’s 2026 Corporate Responsibility Report
As reported by Green Lodging News, Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc., the planet’s largest publicly traded lodging real estate investment trust (REIT), just published...
Budderfly Partners with Pennsylvania Marriott
SHELTON, CONN. & ALLENTOWN, PA.—Budderfly, the fastest-growing energy-as-a-service company in the U.S., announced a new partnership with Delta Hotels by Marriott Allentown Lehigh Valley...
SolarWindow Announces Commercial Launch of ElectroFlex
SCOTTSDALE, ARIZ.—SolarWindow Technologies, Inc. announced the commercial launch of ElectroFlex—ultra-thin, high-power, flexible “peel-and-stick” solar engineered to generate electricity on curved and flat surfaces traditional...
Eco-Friendly Hotel Lighting Solutions for Guest Comfort
NATIONAL REPORT—Lighting shapes the guest experience from arrival to checkout. Hotels can cut energy use and improve comfort when owners choose systems that match...
Host Hotels & Resorts Publishes 2026 Corporate Responsibility Report
BETHESDA, MD.—Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc., the nation’s largest lodging real estate investment trust (“REIT”), published its 2026 Corporate Responsibility (CR) Report, Investing for...
Building Cold Storage for a More Sustainable Future
NATIONAL REPORT—For many organizations, walk-in refrigeration is essential infrastructure. Restaurants rely on it to protect inventory. Healthcare facilities depend on it for temperature sensitive...
