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04 Dec

Green Key Global and BWH Hotels Announce Partnership to Drive Environmental Sustainability Across Properties in U.S. and Canada

by Green Key Global
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Green Key Global, the leading sustainability certification organization for the hotel and lodging industry in North America, is proud to announce its partnership with BWH Hotels as a preferred supplier of certification for hotel operations' environmental sustainability practices in the United States and Canada.   The partnership will enable BWH Hotels properties to take their sustainability efforts to new heights and implement a standardized sustainability program across...

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18 Oct

Green Key Global Partners with IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) to Spotlight Hotel Sustainability Efforts

by Green Key Global
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Green Key Global, North America’s leading sustainability certification for the hotel and lodging industry, is proud to collaborate with IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, to support eco-certification opportunities for its hotels.   IHG’s Journey to Tomorrow responsible business plan sets out the company’s ambitions to deliver its purpose of True Hospitality for Good, through ambitious efforts focused on creating positive change...

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28 Sep

Green Key Global and Accor Join Forces to Elevate Sustainability in Hospitality Industry

by Green Key Global
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Green Key Global and Accor Join Forces to Elevate Sustainability in Hospitality Industry   Green Key Global is excited to announce its vendor agreement partnership with Accor Hotels in North America.   Green Key Global has 29 years of sustainability leadership. Established in 1994 by the Hotel Association of Canada, the programs were created by hoteliers for hoteliers.   Members leverage organizational corporate social responsibility activities and sustainable initiatives across their...

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19 Sep

HAC and AHLA announce expansion of Green Key Global in Canada and the U.S. through joint venture partnership

by Green Key Global
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Hotel Association of Canada and American Hotel & Lodging Association announce expansion of Green Key Global sustainability certification program in Canada and the U.S. through joint venture partnership Green Key Global is the best-in-class sustainability process and practice certification for the hotel and lodging industry, designed by hoteliers, for hoteliers.   The Hotel Association of Canada (HAC) and the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) have signed a...

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25 Jul

Goodbye Pesticides: Adopt an Eco-Friendly Solution for Eliminating Bed Bugs

by Green Key Global
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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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21 Jul

Green Key Global Becomes Preferred Vendor for The Leading Hotels of the World, LTD.

by Green Key Global
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Green Key Global, North America’s trusted sustainability certification for the hotel and lodging industry, was recently selected as a preferred vendor for The Leading Hotels of the World, Ltd. (LHW).,the largest collection of independent luxury hotels with more than 400 properties across 80 countries.   Green Key Global is now part of LHW’s Leading Strategic Sourcing (LSS) program, spearheaded by LHW and DayBlink GPO. The program offers...

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20 Jul

Sustainability Snippet: Coast Capri Hotel

by Green Key Global
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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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19 Jul

Webinar: Energy Audits

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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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18 May

Building Sustainability Programs at Your Hotel

by Green Key Global
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Begin Your Hotel's Journey of Building Sustainability Programs To Decrease Waste and Energy Footprints   How To Implement Stepwise Sustainability Programs for Your Hotel Business   Balancing guest health, safety, and comfort with minimal environmental impact presents a massive opportunity for the hospitality industry. For instance, diverting single-use toiletries and implementing energy conservation measures can benefit your hospitality business’ reputation, bottom line, and attractiveness to eco-conscious guests.   But how does...

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26 Apr

Webinar: Stop Food Waste

by Green Key Global
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Food waste has a huge impact on the climate - if food waste were a country, it would be the third largest greenhouse gas emitter after China and the US. To put that into perspective, the carbon footprint of food waste is four times the carbon footprint of the aviation industry.   This is why it is so important for hotels to take into account the food...

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