MILWAUKEE—Telkonet, Inc., developer of the EcoSmart energy management platform featuring Recovery Time technology, announced that the company signed a Master Purchase Agreement approving EcoSmart for installation in corporate-owned Motel 6 and Studio 6 locations across the United States and Canada.“After a series of trial installations and competitive product comparisons, we arrived at the decision to use EcoSmart to significantly reduce HVAC energy consumption without affecting the guest experience,” said Renee Swoger, director of energy & capital administration, Motel 6/Studio 6.The Master Agreement will initiate a multi-year rollout to approximately 600 Motel 6 & Studio 6 locations in North America....

DALTON, GA.—Aqua Hospitality Carpets and Zeftron nylon, a premium branded nylon 6 fiber system, announced the introduction of their latest joint collection, Bloom. The three styles—Flora, Pure Petal and Just Leafy—take their cues from the beauty of nature discovered through the unexpected design lens of x-ray technology. The organic patterns, coloration and texture come to life through Zeftron nylon’s clear crisp solution dyed color palette of fully renewable nylon 6 yarn systems. All three styles are available in both broadloom and tile.Ideal for hospitality environments such as guestrooms, lobby areas or corridors, the collection also provides the best in...

MIAMI BEACH, FLA.—Fontainebleau Miami Beach and Car Charging Group, Inc., a nationwide provider of electric vehicle (EV) charging services, announce the availability of electric vehicle charging service on the 22 acre luxury oceanfront resort.At Fontainebleau Miami Beach, CarCharging has installed a Level II, 240-volt EV charging station, manufactured by ChargePoint, which quickly refuels an EV’s battery. Visitors to the resort can easily request a CarCharging account online, and utilize and pay with a small keychain card. The RFID keychain card also provides access to charging locations on the ChargePoint Network, the largest national online network connecting EV drivers to...

SCOTTSDALE, ARIZ.—LittleFootprint Lighting, a pioneer of sustainably designed LED task lighting products made in the United States from recycled e-waste, has been awarded Honorable Mention in the Lighting for Tomorrow design competition for its HeronLED Personal Task Light. The Lighting for Tomorrow competition encourages market entrance of well-designed, efficient lighting and recognizes aesthetically pleasing Energy Star lighting products.Receiving the award at the American Lighting Association’s annual conference in Scottsdale, Ariz., LittleFootprint Lighting CEO Nancy Wahl-Scheurich said, “We are really excited to have the HeronLED recognized not only for its energy efficiency and sustainability, but also for its attractive design....

FORT WORTH, TEXAS—Niagara Conservation, a manufacturer of water and energy-saving products, has partnered with Green Plumbers USA, an organization with an accredited training program that helps plumbers to understand their evolving role in improving the environment and public health. The two organizations will work together to customize water and energy efficiency projects for the nation’s leading utilities, using eco-friendly Niagara products and certified Green Plumber Contractors.“We’re extremely pleased to partner with Green Plumbers USA, an organization whose commitment to environmental sustainability aligns well with our company’s conservation goals,” says Carl Wehmeyer, Niagara Conservation’s executive vice president. “In a time...

HOUSTON—One Stop Green, an international retailer for green, energy efficient products and services launches its new commercial solutions website. The new commercial site focuses on green products that are suitable for commercial clients that include architects, engineers, commercial buildings and apartment complexes, industrial facilities, and hospitality. The new site also features ActiveLED lighting.When a user visits OneStopGreen.com for the first time, they are directed to a landing page where they will select One Stop Green Residential or Commercial Solutions. The residential site will continue to offer green products for the home that are directly available for sale on the...

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA—Concept Amenities, a supplier of environmentally responsible guest bath amenities, announces the promotion of Kerry Dowen as the company’s new vice president of sales for North and South America. During her 11-year tenure with Concept Amenities, Dowen has served in Australia as south east Queensland sales manager from 2001-2007 and Queensland State & Northern Territory sales manager from 2007-2012, and has been ranked as Concept Amenities’ No. 1 Australian sales performer in multiple years. Focusing on sales and services to 2-5 star accounts, Dowen has grown distributors from three in 2001 to 25 in Fiscal Year 2013 and...

ITHACA, N.Y.—The Survey Research Institute at Cornell University conducted a survey of a sampling of 2,347 people, with a total success of 329 respondents. The purpose of this study was to identify if there are hotel guests that would opt to stay in an allergy friendly room and be willing to pay a small premium for the room. On average, respondents stayed 12 nights per year in hotels or motels and 41 percent of the respondents had allergy issues. Fifty-five percent of respondents said the availability of allergy friendly rooms would cause them to choose a particular hotel over...

ATLANTA—Havells, a global leader in the lighting industry, is now offering their full line of Energy Star rated LED lamps. Havells’ new long-life LED portfolio provides a wide range of bulb types with dimmable options, high light output, and guaranteed energy savings for all types of industrial, commercial, hospitality, and residential lighting applications.Built with state-of-the-art LED chip technology, the new Havells A19, Decorative, Globes, MR16, and PAR LEDs are UL listed and meet or exceed Energy Star’s strict standards for energy efficiency and performance. These LED lamps are available in 3000k warm white and offer a color consistency of...

NORTH WALPOLE, N.H.—Len-Tex, a manufacturer of contract wallcoverings, announces the launch of its Indulgence Desire Collection. Combining tradition and trend, this new line of large-scale wallcoverings reprises the company’s Black & White Collection, updated to feature bold color options and a rich, textural emboss. The collection incorporates the Len-Tex Clean Vinyl Technology which eliminates phthalate plasticizers.Volume One of a two-volume collection features: Trinity, an elegantly-styled damask, Gazebo, a bold geometric, Chrysanthemum, a contemporary floral motif, and Kashmir, a refined paisley. The palette includes vibrant accent colors along with fresh neutrals, all enhanced with a pearlescent or metallic effect. The...