LAS VEGAS—Las Vegas Sands Corp. (LVS) and Clean the World, a not-for-profit global hygiene organization, unveiled new manufacturing equipment at Clean the World’s Las Vegas facility that will help the organization double its production of recycled soap, helping people in need both domestically and around the globe.At an event launching the new equipment, the two organizations also announced LVS’ underwriting of 100,000 Clean the World hygiene kits for distribution through the American Red Cross to local and national disaster victims and a mass community effort to build the kits at LVS’ Venetian and Palazzo properties in the coming months....

NEW YORK—Trump Hotel Collection launched a new digital newspaper service for guests on June 2. The company is providing complimentary, unlimited access to top newspapers and magazines through digital access to The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times and PressReader, which features over 2,500 domestic and international titles. The number of paper newspapers distributed to guests dropped by 80 percent in the first week after the service was launched. Guests can still opt for printed newspapers.  “Our research shows that guests are seeking a wider selection of reading options and we are excited to provide fast and easy...

MOUNT LAUREL, N.J.—More than two years after going “live” with their 756-kilowatt solar photovoltaic (PV) system—a structure based on 10 carports in the hotel’s parking area—the owners of the Wyndham Philadelphia-Mount Laurel are investing in additional systems to further reduce energy and water consumption and costs significantly. Investments involve a switch from heating oil to natural gas for air and water heating, an LED retrofit project, and an upgrade to ultra high efficiency toilets.Rishi Shah, Asset Manager of the hotel, says the current transition to natural gas for heating involves a significant mechanical system upgrade. “We are upgrading boilers...

TAMPA, FLA.—Hasek Communications, the Tampa, Fla.-based publisher of Green Lodging News, welcomes Global Sustainability Solutions (GSS) as a Green Product & Service Directory partner. GSS is a woman owned and operated recycling business committed to providing economical and environmental solutions for the hospitality market. GSS offers cost efficient solutions for reuse of end of life materials through customized recycling programs for mattresses, TVs, small appliances and carpet. Included are total turnkey solutions for removal and replacement of product, waste management landfill diversion, nationwide trained and employed crews and a qualified network of recyclers to ensure project transparency. Contact GSS at...

ORLANDO, FLA.—In keeping with its dedication to employ environmentally sound practices at the 500-acre property, Grande Lakes Orlando announces a boost to its growing eco-positive actions at its 18-hole golf course, and surrounding natural preserve as well as a significant recycling and waste reduction initiative in collaboration with Harvest Power.The green practices carried out on the golf course and towards the protection of its natural surroundings have earned the course the designation of “Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary” as well as a certification from the Golf Environment Organization (GEO). Most recently, it received the International Association of Golf Tour Operators...

SAN DIEGO—Hilton San Diego Bayfront has been named the number one most sustainable Hilton hotel in the United States of America by Hilton Worldwide. Hilton San Diego Bayfront has recently received a number of green sustainability awards for the property’s multitude of recycling and energy conservation efforts. These notable recognitions come from a national and local level. In addition to being named the most sustainable Hilton property in the United States, City of San Diego has awarded the hotel with the 2014 Director’s Recycling Award, and San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) recently recognized the hotel as the Energy...

SYOSSET, N.Y.—Emerald Brand has added Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified paper hot cups to their line of 170 environmental disposable products, demonstrating the company’s ongoing commitment to responsible forest management and environmental protection.Emerald Brand is a leading manufacturer of environmentally responsible disposable and consumable products for the break-room, facilities, and washroom. For over 17 years, Emerald Brand has been producing Tree-Free towel and tissue items, Earth Essence cleaning solutions, compostable and biodegradable tableware, and recycled garbage liners. The new FSC certified paper cups are available in white and Emerald Select design, and in five sizes, all of which take...

WILKES-BARRE, PA.—When King’s College purchased the downtown Ramada Inn in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. in late 2013, the 190-room hotel came with just about everything one would expect to come with a full-service hotel. The kitchen was fully stocked with appliances. The guestrooms still had furniture, linens, etc. Meeting rooms also still included furniture. The previous owner left just about everything for the new owner to remove—more than 4,500 items. King’s College had no intention of running a hotel; it purchased the property in order to convert it into a dormitory and administrative space. King’s College could have called on a...

TEMPE, ARIZ.—Refresh Glass, a Tempe, Ariz.-based company that creates functional wine bottle art made from empties rescued from landfills, is helping restaurants, hotels, and retailers generate revenue while contributing to their 10 Million Bottle Rescue Mission. Hotels and restaurants that use Refresh Glass products get enthusiastic responses from guests who recognize the wine bottles they know and love while increasing engagement with their staff. The repurposed wares also help broaden their sustainability programs that the public increasingly looks for every year. “The FireSky Resort and Spa is a very green conscious resort and we have been using Refresh Glasses in our...

TRAVELERS REST, S.C.—Foodservice plumbing product manufacturer T&S Brass announces a new partnership with Everpure, the world’s largest water treatment equipment manufacturer, that will package popular T&S products with a point-of-use EverPure water filtration system. The bundled solutions will make high quality, great tasting, odor- and contaminant-free high tap water available at the source.“High quality tap water is a major factor in the perceived caliber and cleanliness of restaurants, hospitals, office complexes and, really, any place where people are tasting and judging,” says Richard Fahey, Senior Marketing Product Manager at T&S. “These new filtration packages are the perfect solution for...