OAKLAND, CALIF.—The Clorox Company has developed four new natural cleaning products for hotels called Green Works Concentrates. The new line of cleaning products is designed to meet the unique challenges of commercial cleaning, yet is 99 percent natural, giving hotels an advantage in attracting and keeping a growing number of eco-savvy guests. Being eco-savvy is no longer a trend. It has become a lifestyle, dictating consumer attitudes and spending habits, even when it comes to traveling. According to recent surveys, satisfaction is more than 160 points higher among guests who report being aware of their hotel’s green programs and 7...

CLEVELAND, OHIO—General Electric has unveiled its new 40-watt LED bulb that will last 25 times longer than incandescent bulbs, which are being phased out in the United States. The bulb, part of GE’s Energy Smart line, will last more than 25,000 hours, compared to the typical 1,000-hour lifespan of incandescent bulbs. When used for three hours a day (the average used by Energy Star for comparing bulb performance), the GE 40-watt LED would last close to 23 years. At four hours per day, the average GE uses, it would last 17 years. The bulb consumes 9 watts of energy, produces the...

ATLANTA—Simmons Hospitality Bedding, a division of Simmons Contract Sales LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Simmons Bedding Company, is making public its findings from a November 2007 survey aimed at gauging the interest of hotel guests in eco-oriented hotel elements and programs. The survey, which Simmons originally conducted for internal research purposes only, involved more than 300 respondents who are members of different hotels’ frequent guest programs. The results show that hotel environmental responsibility gained traction among guests, with 93 percent of respondents aware of hotel programs geared toward conserving water or energy. Simmons’ research also illustrates how hotel eco-elements potentially...

ST. LOUIS—CPFilms Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Solutia Inc., and a leading producer of professional window films for automotive, residential and commercial markets, has introduced a new film product. The EnerLogic Series is the latest addition to the Vista lineup of architectural window films. Featuring a patent-pending, low-e coating, EnerLogic window film adds up to 92 percent more insulating power to existing commercial and residential windows—improving energy efficiency in every season. In summer, heat from the sun is reflected away from windows, easing the stress on air-conditioning. In winter, radiant heat from heating systems is directed back into the...

SAN DIEGO—HD Supply Facilities Maintenance, a leading distributor of maintenance products and operating supplies to the hospitality industry, announced the release of its 2010 Catalog (Volume 60) containing 22,000 stocked maintenance, repair and operating products. The catalog also features the company’s value-added services. The annually produced catalog has 1,800 pages of products, trade tips and technical information to help customers find what they need quickly. The catalog is also available at www.hdsupplysolutions.com in a fully searchable version. “We are committed to being the best partner possible to our customers and continue to provide products they need with exceptional customer...

DALLAS—Sofitel Luxury Hotels, the French luxury hotel brand within the Accor group, has adopted the Green Key Eco-Rating program as its official green lodging certification program for the United States. By instituting Green Key as a brand standard, Sofitel has committed to having its entire U.S. portfolio comprised of eight properties on the program by the end of April 2010. Accor is widely recognized within the hospitality industry as one of the most progressive companies in regards to sustainability initiatives. Sofitel’s commitment to Green Key follows on the heels Accor North America (ANA) launching a Green Key pilot earlier this...

MINNEAPOLIS—Entropy Solutions, Inc., a Minneapolis-based thermal technology development company, has introduced PureTemp for HVAC (heating, ventilation and air- conditioning). A vegetable oil derivative, PureTemp is a phase change material (PCM) that captures wasted ambient energy, and then releases this energy as necessary to hold specific temperatures for extended periods of time without requiring additional energy. PureTemp for HVAC is the world’s first and only 100 percent renewable, biodegradable and environmentally friendly material designed to work with HVAC systems. When integrated into the infrastructure of an HVAC system, PureTemp captures the tremendous amount of wasted energy generated every time a furnace,...

CLEVELAND, OHIO—Hasek Communications, the Cleveland, Ohio-based publisher of Green Lodging News, welcomes Gilchrist & Soames as a Green Product & Service Directory partner. Gilchrist & Soames is a purveyor of fine English toiletries to luxury hotels and resorts worldwide. The company provides products ranging from house-brand collections to complete bespoke services. Gilchrist & Soames employs an advanced traceability system that allows it to document all ingredients and ensure quality and safety through the entire supply chain. The company is committed to cruelty-free development and manufacturing and never tests its products on animals. Gilchrist & Soames collections feature one of two...

SAINT CHARLES, MO.—Pineapple Hospitality, a distributor of green hotel products and marketing programs for the hospitality industry, has bolstered its lineup of earth friendly amenities. New amenity products are now available from Save Your World, EO Amenities and Pharmacopia in both traditional amenity sizes, as well as cost-saving amenities for dispensers. “People care a great deal about the personal hygiene products they use, and that doesn’t change when they are on the road,” says Ray Burger, president of Pineapple Hospitality. “With Save Your World, EO Amenities and Pharmacopia, your hotel guests will find all-natural luxury products that are good for...

ORLANDO, FLA.—Sonoma Soap Company has added something to its all-natural line of Sonoma Soap Products. Beginning this month, the Sonoma brand began carrying the Clean the World logo on its packaging. The co-branded natural bar soaps are part of a unique marketing effort with the nonprofit, Clean the World. In addition to the awareness generated by the new packaging, Sonoma will donate a portion of the proceeds of each co-branded bar purchased to help in its mission of saving lives and recycling soap. “We are proud of this alliance with Clean the World to generate funds and awareness to help...