EAGLE BEACH, ARUBA—Adding to their list of more than two dozen environmental awards and certifications, Bucuti & Tara Beach Resorts has been awarded the Highest Achievement Award as the top performing sustainable travel and tourism business in the Caribbean by Green Globe Certification. This recognition is the result of Bucuti earning the highest percentage of sustainability indicators under the Green Globe Standard for Travel & Tourism which includes criteria based on sustainable management, social economics, cultural heritage and environmental practices. “We are honored by this recognition from Green Globe and will continue to find innovative ways of meeting and exceeding...

SEATTLE—Furthering its commitment to sustainable hotel operations and guest services, Seattle’s Cedarbrook Lodge announces additions to its sustainability initiatives, including electric vehicle (EV) charging stations powered by ECOtality, Inc., and freshly filtered and purified drinking water through a partnership with Nordaq FRESH. “Since its inception, Cedarbrook has strived to be a leader in responsible, ‘green’ hotel operations,” said Scott Ostrander, general manager of Cedarbrook Lodge. “We’re excited to launch several new elements and additions to our extensive sustainability initiatives both on the operational and guest service levels of the property.” Cedarbrook is the first hotel in Washington state to partner with...

NORTHRIDGE, CALIF.—Reid Witlin Ltd., a textile company focused on the hospitality market, announced that it has committed to raise funds through running for the Big Brothers Big Sisters organization. “In an industry that has been hit extremely hard during this recession, we are eternally grateful to all the designers and purchasers who are continuing to lean on us for their fabric needs,” said Scott Yasgoor, president of Reid Witlin Ltd. “We feel that 2012 is our year to focus on giving back to help the people who are continuing to struggle.” Beginning in Atlanta on February 11, Reid Witlin will begin...

HOUSTON—Toshiba International Corp. announced that it is introducing new PAR38 and MR16 lamps that offer higher lumen output while still providing energy savings when compared to similar lumen halogen bulbs. Toshiba’s new PAR38 1100 Series is a direct replacement for 90 to 110W halogen lamps, offers outputs of up to 1,170 lumens and uses up to 75 percent less energy than halogens. Toshiba’s new MR16 450 Series is a direct replacement for 35W halogen lamps, offers lumen outputs of up to 475 lumens, and uses up to 80 percent less energy than halogens. Both models are dimmable, contain no mercury...

SANTA ANA, CALIF.—Rachel Hulan announced the launch of Hulan Design, a consultancy service that will provide specialized expert advice and guidance targeting sustainable interior design projects. Hulan Design is aimed at helping interior designers, architects, home owners, real estate developers and anyone else seeking expert guidance while creating residential or commercial projects that adhere to sustainable, environmentally conscious principles. Rachel Hulan has been involved in interior design projects ranging from the Sundance Film Festival and the Teen Choice Awards, to numerous residential assignments. As an interior designer and architectural color consultant in Orange County for 14 years, and the...

ROSWELL, GA.—Kimberly-Clark Professional has received the 2011 Sustainability Award from Marriott International and is the first product supplier to receive the prestigious award, which recognizes organizations that help Marriott reach its environmental sustainability goals worldwide. “We are proud to partner with suppliers that share the same values as we do, particularly those like Kimberly-Clark Professional that support our more than 20-year commitment to conservation and preservation,” said John Adams, senior vice president—Global Operations Services, Marriott International. “With the increase in global travel, we have a responsibility to ease our business impact on our natural environment. Working in partnership with our...

SAN RAMON, CALIF.—The EnOcean Alliance, a leading consortium of companies working to standardize and internationalize energy harvesting wireless technology for green intelligent buildings, announced that this year’s AHR Expo in Chicago, January 23 to 25, will include 30 EnOcean Alliance members showcasing the latest energy harvesting, wireless solutions for HVAC applications. EnOcean Alliance will be hosting innovative solutions developed by Leviton, BSC Software, Echoflex, Magnum Energy Solutions, Alps Controls, Ecologix, Titus, Marlow, and Kieback & Peter. Several other EnOcean Alliance members will be displaying their products, including two of its newest members—Delta Controls and Ruskin. This year marks a milestone...

DUBAI—The Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Media City, part of The Rezidor Hotel Group, has further enhanced its commitment to Responsible Business, announcing its recent Green Key certification, a globally recognized eco-label. “We are proud to be one of six hotels in the country to currently have the Green Key certification,” says Francois Galoisy, general manager at the Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Media City. The Green Key is a global eco-label for the leisure industry. In order to gain the Green Key certification, hotels have to fulfill a list of environmental requirements, covering a wide range of criteria; from environmental demands, to...

SAN DIEGO—HD Supply Facilities Maintenance was recently honored with the 2011 Marble Award (First Place) in the large company category of the Workplace Excellence Awards, presented by the San Diego Chapter of the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM). The Workplace Excellence Awards recognize San Diego companies demonstrating exceptional human resources practices which contribute to both company performance and employee satisfaction. “This Marble Award is particularly special since one of our associates felt so strongly about the company and was inspired to submit a nomination,” said Anesa Chaibi, president and CEO of HD Supply Facilities Maintenance. To be considered for an...

WEST CHICAGO, ILL.—CFR, which manufactures recycling carpet cleaning extractors and related tools and equipment, announced that its goal in 2012 is to put a much greater emphasis on what the company calls “responsible cleaning.” According to Doug Berjer, product manager for CFR, responsible cleaning refers to cleaning strategies that are designed to help protect the environment as well as natural resources, specifically water. “We want cleaning professionals and carpet cleaning technicians to be more aware of the need to use water responsibly,” Berjer said. “Historically, it has just not been much of a concern. But responsible water use is a...