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: 
Gaylord National Resort Announces Activation of Major Rooftop Solar Installation
NATIONAL HARBOR, MD.—As organizations around the world observed World Energy Saving Day on October 21, Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center celebrated a major...
Hope’s Windows HighlightsSlightLine175 Series
JAMESTOWN, N.Y.—Hope’s Windows, Inc., the nation’s leading name in custom hot-rolled steel and solid bronze window and door systems, highlights its SlightLine175 Series for...
Best Practices, Common Issues, & Long-Term Walk-In Performance
HIALEAH, FLA.—Walk-in coolers and freezers are engineered for long-term performance, but like any commercial refrigeration system, reliability depends heavily on proper planning, installation, maintenance,...
Roam Secures EV Charging Contract Across ProsperCap’s 14 UK hotels
CRAWLEY, ENGLAND—Roam has secured a major new hospitality contract to deliver EV charging infrastructure across 14 U.K. hotels owned by ProsperCap Corporation Limited, which is...
Planning Glazed Dome Guest Units for Year-Round Comfort: Glazing, Ventilation & Lifespan
SOFIA, BULGARIA—Panoramic domes have become one of the most photographed guest units in hospitality. A room whose walls and roof are almost entirely glazed...
Most Commercial Kitchens Cooking with Gas or Propane Expose Workers to Heat, Air Pollution Above Health-Based Guidelines
NATIONAL REPORT—Commercial kitchens, like restaurants, are physically demanding workplaces known for their challenging conditions. They are understudied exposure environments, though, with little research measuring...
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...
