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: 
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...
Responsible Travel, by the Numbers: A Tahoe Hotel’s First Year of Solar
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF.—Travelers have started asking hotels a different kind of question—not just what’s on offer, but how the place actually runs. For...
Carlisle Companies Publishes 2025 Corporate Sustainability Report
SCOTTSDALE, ARIZ.—Carlisle Companies Inc. announced the publication of its 2025 Corporate Sustainability Report, showcasing continued progress against its three-pillar sustainability strategy of manufacturing energy...
Schneider Announces Major Upgrade to Commercial EV Charger
BOSTON—Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, announced a major upgrade to Schneider Charge Pro, its Level 2 commercial EV charger, introducing new capabilities...
Green Lodging News Adds Excel Dryer to Product Directory
ODESSA, FLA.—Green Lodging News has added Excel Dryer to the “Hand Dryers” section of the Green Product & Service Directory.
For hospitality operators, restroom upkeep...
The Environmental Impact Story Behind Artificial Intelligence ‘Progress’
Maybe it has happened to you. You get a sales or service call and quickly realize the person on the other end is not...
AmeriKooler Introduces the Resilience Series
HIALEAH, FLA.—AmeriKooler, a U.S.-based leader in commercial refrigeration, introduces the Resilience Series, a new platform of engineered walk-in systems designed for durability, adaptability, and performance...
HAND DRYERS
Excel Dryer
One Sink, Zero Puddles: How RiverTrail Beerworks Solved Its Restroom Maintenance
For hospitality operators, restroom upkeep is a constant drain on staff time—literally. See...
Schneider Electric Upgrades Charge Pro Commercial Level 2 EV Charger
BOSTON—Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, announced a major upgrade to its Charge Pro commercial Level 2 EV charger, introducing new capabilities to...
How Invisible Systems Are Defining the New Luxury Hotel Experience
In the last seven years, luxury hospitality has shifted dramatically. It’s the fastest-growing sector of the industry, with ultra-luxury hotels reaching 148 percent of...
California’s Coyote Valley Wyndham Garden Utilizes PPA for 2.23-MW Solar Carport System
Search on “Solar Array” on the Green Lodging News website and you will find more than 200 articles. Many more solar-powered properties are listed...
Coyote Valley Casino & Hotel Completes 2.23 MW Solar Carport System; Will Save $450,000 Annually
REDWOOD VALLEY, CALIF.—Coyote Valley Casino & Hotel, located on the Coyote Valley Reservation in Redwood Valley, Calif., announces the completion of a 2.23-megawatt (MW)...
Airzone & INTEREL Partner to Deliver Wireless Inverter HVAC Integration
SACRAMENTO, CALIF.—Airzone Control, provider of intelligent and innovative HVAC control solutions, and INTEREL, a leading provider of Energy Management Systems for the global hospitality industry, announced...
LG Commercial Laundry Makes HITEC Debut
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS—LG Electronics USA’s Commercial Laundry division made its debut at the 2026 Hospitality Industry Technology Exposition and Conference (HITEC), the industry’s largest annual technology...
Highlights from What Will Be the World’s First Zero Carbon Certified Convention Center
As highlighted in my May 22 column and in the article just posted this past week, the Austin Convention Center is one of the...
The Austin Convention Center: One of the Most Sustainable Public Projects in Austin’s History
AUSTIN, TEXAS—The Austin Convention Center Department (ACCD) is celebrating a milestone in the redevelopment and expansion project, known as UnconventionalATX, having officially entered the...
Swift Charge & InnVest Hotels Expand EV Charging
TORONTO—Swift Charge, a leading Canadian EV charging network, announced a major national EV charging expansion with InnVest Hotels, Canada’s largest hotel owner and operator.
The...
Portola Hotel & Spa Earns LEED Gold Certification, Reinforcing Its Legacy as Central California’s Leading Sustainable Hotel
MONTEREY, CALIF.—Portola Hotel & Spa announced that it has earned LEED Gold Certification from the U.S. Green Building Council, one of the most widely recognized...
Centara Demonstrates Strong Sustainability Perceptions Among Thailand’s Brands
BANGKOK, THAILAND—Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, has been recognized among the country’s leading brands for sustainability perceptions in the latest Brand Finance...
Swift Charge & InnVest Hotels Expand EV Charging
TORONTO—Swift Charge, a leading Canadian EV charging network, announced a major national EV charging expansion with InnVest Hotels, Canada’s largest hotel owner and operator.
The...
