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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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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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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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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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Do you know how many batteries are used onsite at hotels in things like smoke detectors, key door scanners, remotes, thermostats etc.? Do you know if they are being recycled?   Did you know you can switch to a carbon neutral battery with a built-in recycling program and further your commitment to sustainability? Better Battery Co. offers an easy way for any hotel to demonstrate their ongoing...

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Green Key Global Partners with Bullfrog Power to Reduce Carbon Footprint and Set New Environmental Standards for the Hospitality Industry   A partnership to improve internal business practices as well as industry standards      Green Key Global, the hotel and lodging industry’s sustainable certification program of choice, has partnered with Bullfrog Power, Canada’s leading green energy provider, to reduce Green Key Global’s carbon emissions while encouraging hotel and meeting...

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A Hotelier's Guide to Saving Money and Retaining Guests With Renewable Energy Programs   Leaders in hospitality know that reducing their business’ carbon footprint is important. While embracing energy efficiency and conservation help to reduce overall energy demand, renewable energy programs are needed to reduce the impact of mandatory energy expenditures. But making the switch to renewables is not an intuitive feat. You may be asking yourself...

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One of the things guests love the most about hotels is the convenience they provide. Guests never have to worry about forgetting your soap or shampoo while travelling because your room is always stocked with everything you need. But what happens to the rest of that bar of soap once that guest has checked out?     Soap for Hope Canada, is a non-profit, Canadian registered charity that...

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  Promotional products are a great way to promote your business, but if you don’t choose sustainable products, they could have a negative impact on the environment. When selecting a vendor for these products, your property has the power to choose greener alternatives. Eco-friendly promotional products will also leave a positive impact on your guests.     Canpro Marketing is a full-service promotional product company that puts sustainability as...

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