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Cooking, cooling, washing and drying all consume large amounts of energy and water. By simply using Energy Star-qualified equipment, a hotel operator can sharply reduce resource consumption. The kitchen and laundry can also be large waste generators. Got news or a story idea to share? Contact Glenn Hasek, editor, at (813) 510-3868, or by e-mail at: greenlodgingnews@gmail.com.

Kitchen & Laundry

Home Kitchen & Laundry
Cooking, cooling, washing and drying all consume large amounts of energy and water. By simply using Energy Star-qualified equipment, a hotel operator can sharply reduce resource consumption. The kitchen and laundry can also be large waste generators. Got news or a story idea to share? Contact Glenn Hasek, editor, at (813) 510-3868, or by e-mail at: greenlodgingnews@gmail.com.

GLN Adds Focused Sustainability Consulting as Directory Partner

CLEVELAND, OHIO—Hasek Communications, the Cleveland, Ohio-based publisher of Green Lodging News, welcomes Focused Sustainability Consulting Group, LLC as a Green Product & Service Directory partner. Focused Sustainability Consulting Group offers the Big Hanna brand of in-vessel composters. By composting on-site with a Big Hanna Composter, one can reduce one’s carbon footprint while closing the loop on organic waste. On-site in-vessel composting eliminates the need for transport to landfill, and eliminates methane gas released when organic matter decomposes in landfills. Composter users get about 10 percent back in the form of finished/mature ready to use compost—not a digestate that needs...

Hyatt Regency Reston Chooses Xeros Laundry Cleaning System

RESTON, VA.—Xeros Ltd., the United Kingdom-based maker of a “virtually waterless” laundry cleaning system, announced that the Hyatt Regency Reston, Virginia will begin using Xeros’ proprietary cleaning solution for its guestrooms and restaurant. The Xeros washing machine was installed at the property on December 4 to launder Hyatt’s guestroom and dining room linens and bath towels using less water, less chemicals and less energy than traditional methods. This marks the second site for Xeros in the United States. The company first entered the U.S. market in September 2012 with its first washing machine placed at Sterling Linens in Manchester,...

Speed Queen Washer-Extractor Features Quantum Gold Control

NEW YORK—Speed Queen, a provider of commercial laundry equipment, recently featured its SC060, a 60-pound washer-extractor equipped with its Quantum Gold control at the 2012 International Hotel, Motel + Restaurant Show in New York City.The washer-extractor is ideal for hotel laundries because it can wash extra-large items, such as king-size comforters, rugs and quilts. Speed Queen hardmount washer-extractors help reduce operating expenses and increase profitability. The machines use 33 percent less electrical energy, and 11 percent less water on average than previous models, which is enabled by Speed Queen’s proprietary advanced inverter technology, and innovative cylinder and sump system...

Xeros Launches New Brand & Website

MANCHESTER, N.H.—Xeros announced a new brand identity and new website. The new look website is intended to better align Xeros’ branding and image to match its mission to convert the traditional world of aqueous washing to Xeros polymer bead cleaning. Xeros is an ultra low water cleaning system with potential applications wherever a large quantity of fresh water is the primary cleaning medium in conventional technology. Initially, Xeros has piloted and developed a system for the commercial laundry industry for roll-out during 2013, and the company is also planning to enter the $100 billion-valued domestic laundry market.Conventional laundry has...

EPA’s Food Recovery Challenge Gains Momentum

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Interest in the EPA’s Food Recovery Challenge, part of its Sustainable Materials Management Program, is picking up with the addition of participants including hotels, resorts, convention centers, entertainment venues, and other facilities. Organizations joining the program must commit to at least a 5 percent increase in at least one of the three food diversion categories: prevention, donation or composting. Or alternatively, they can commit to a combined 5 percent increase across all three food waste diversion categories. If a participant does not have food diversion data, the EPA says it will assist the organization in developing a program...

‘Cool’ Green Products, LEED Basics for Foodservice—All Part of NAFEM 2013

ORLANDO, FLA.—The NAFEM Show (North American Association of Food Equipment Manufacturers), scheduled for February 7 to 9 in Orlando at the Orange County Convention Center, will feature more than 500 exhibitors, many of whom will display the latest in energy-efficient foodservice equipment. More than 125 companies will participate in the WHAT’S HOT! WHAT’S COOL! new product gallery. This gallery will showcase new products offering benefits such as labor savings, sanitation, green benefits, food safety, reduced life cycle costs and more.New to the show this year is an educational session entitled, “LEED Basics for Foodservice.” The session will be held...

Betco Rolls Out New Pot & Pan Detergent, Sanitizer

TOLEDO, OHIO—Betco Corp. announces its new Symplicity Green Earth Pot & Pan Detergent and Symplicity Sanibet Multi-Range Sanitizer. Betco's Symplicity Green Earth Pot & Pan Detergent is a solid non-phosphate machine detergent which removes heavy food soils over a wide range of water conditions in both high and low temperature dish machines. Its soil suspension agents and water conditioners combat challenging water conditions and promote free and complete rinsing at the same time, preventing lime deposits on dish machine interiors.Betco's Symplicity Green Earth Pot & Pan Detergent is recognized by the EPA’s Design for the Environment (DfE) program as...

Speed Queen Highlights Dryer with Over-Dry Technology

NEW YORK—Speed Queen, a provider of commercial laundry equipment, recently highlighted its ST75, a 75-pound capacity, single cylinder tumble dryer equipped with over-dry prevention technology at the 2012 International Hotel, Motel + Restaurant Show in New York City. The dryer features Quantum controls that can help increase efficiency in hotel laundries. The ST75 features a concentrated airflow pattern and sealed cylinder rims to ensure maximum air utilization and energy savings. Its high performance heater box further increases energy efficiency by reducing dry times, while providing a comfortable operating environment for employees. The ST75 is also available with OPT (Over-dry...

Asheville Becomes America’s First Green Dining Destination

ASHEVILLE, N.C.—For the first time, one of America’s cities, Asheville, N.C., has earned the official designation of being a Green Dining Destination. This achievement means that locals, tourists, and businesspeople can dine at a plethora of Certified Green Restaurants throughout Asheville. This accomplishment was driven by the Green Restaurant Association (GRA), Asheville Independent Restaurant Association (AIR), and the Blue Ridge Sustainability Institute (BRSI), who formed a local coalition to encourage more environmentally sustainable practices within the city’s restaurants.This month, Asheville has met and exceeded its goal of having 15 Certified Green Restaurants throughout the city, all of which have...

Hyatt Regency Vancouver’s New Grain Tasting Bar Mixes Local Food with Rustic Urban Design

VANCOUVER, B.C.—Vancouver’s newest lounge at Hyatt Regency Vancouver is a unique gastro bar and urban retreat for foodies and fun lovers. Grain Tasting Bar offers a warm, open atmosphere inspired by a window wall of glass panes that gives an all-season view of the downtown streetscape and can be removed so the inside and outside are a seamless experience.Specializing in artisan cocktails, regional wines, craft beer, and fresh, local cuisine, Grain Tasting Bar is a pure culinary experience that infuses the flavors of British Columbia. Sourcing produce, organic breads and cured meats from local and sustainable growers, bakers, and...