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Goodbye Pesticides   Adopt an Eco-Friendly Solution for Eliminating Bed Bugs   They’re a recurring nightmare for the hospitality industry: the dreaded bed bug. Aside from the undeniable yuck factor, these crafty pests are difficult to find and even more difficult to get rid of. They frequently bounce back after even the most toxic treatments.   The use of strong pesticides to treat bed bug infestation is still common (despite potential...

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Coast Capri Hotel recognizes the hospitality industry's impact on the environment and takes responsibility for minimizing its eco-footprint and preserving the planet for future generations.   Sustainable initiatives at the property are focused on energy conservation, water conservation, and waste management which work towards Coast Hotels Refreshingly Green initiative. These practices include the following:   Energy efficient lighting where possible Motion sensors in guest rooms for heating and...

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Green Key Global and Centennial College have partnered together to offer our Canadian Members the opportunity to take advantage of significantly subsidized Energy Audits. Centennial’s comprehensive energy audit evaluates your operations’ current energy consumption and identifies potentially energy-efficient alternatives.   Centennial College measures, asses, evaluates and analyzes energy performance based on professional protocols and standards such as ASHRAE, ISO, and IPMVP.   Learn how to save and optimize energy...

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Green Key Global had a conversation with Emma McDonald, General Manager of Coast Tsawwassen Inn to share a snippet of the property’s sustainability story.   This beautiful property, located in Delta, BC is committed to adopting eco-friendly practices. As travellers are becoming more eco-conscious, Coast Tsawwassen Inn recognizes how imperative it is for hotels to demonstrate their sustainability practices to attract and retain guests. Aside from the...

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On April 22, 2023, the world celebrated the 53rd Earth Day, an annual celebration that raises awareness of the need to protect the planet for future generations.   Being North America’s leading sustainability certification for the hotel and lodging industry, Green Key Global takes Earth Day very seriously and finds ways to preserve the planet on Earth Day and every day.   Earth Day is an important symbol of...

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Coast Hotels is the first brand to partner with Green Key Global in the 100% enrolled program, and today we share a snippet of Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre's sustainability story.   As a brand, Coast Hotels is committed to sustainability by pioneering several initiatives, including:   Refreshingly Green - Eco-friendly hotel practices that help protect properties’ surroundings by encouraging sustainability in various ways: recycling, composting, sourcing...

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A massive transportation transition is growing across Canada, the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs). The hotel industry has a unique advantage in this transition as EV people move across the country for business or leisure and seek places to “fuel” up those cars at Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) charging locations. It’s a chance to attract guests & daytime visitors, generate revenues and provide a...

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The newly transformed Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel has earned a 5 Key Eco-Rating since joining Green Key Global. The property implemented six new sustainability features in the largest renovation in its 50-year history.   The hotel has been featured in an article posted by Hozpitality, name Sheraton Centre Toronto as a leader in sustainability.   “The hospitality industry has a lot of potential for growth in sustainability,” said Rebecca...

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The hospitality industry has been focusing more and more over the years on best environmental practices as a critical component of Environmental, Social, and Governance or ESG. To better score, a company’s performance using ESG criteria is an increasingly popular way for investors to evaluate companies they might want to invest in.   For hotels that have their own in-house laundry, also known as an On-Premise Laundry...

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