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Energy Savings Are Real, Achievable and Now Available to All! Jun 2, 2015: Energy reduction technologies and strategies will reduce labor, energy, and utility expenses. The cost reduction in these areas can positively affect P&L statements in 2012 and beyond. A change in the way a hotel utilizes energy is one of many sustainability initiatives that can reduce wasteful spending and increase bottom line revenue.

A Bounty of Bouquets - Insights for Innkeepers Apr 10, 2015: Nothing brings a smile to people’s faces more easily than beautiful, fresh flowers. A fragrant bouquet welcoming guests to your inn is always a fantastic introduction to their planned getaway.

Top Five Trends in Hospitality for 2014 Jul 18, 2014: Kendall’s School of Hospitality Management, ranked by an ORC International– 2013 Survey as the No. 1 program in Chicago for preparing students for hospitality careers, has released its trends outlook for the hospitality industry in 2014.

The Challenges facing Customer Confidence in Restaurant Sustainability Issues Feb 6, 2014: When large restaurant companies implement sustainability policies, customers seem to react in a contrary way—and their evaluation of those companies may actually diminish.

Government Tax Incentives on Sustainability - If you want to know where to start... Nov 14, 2013: Government Tax Incentives

AH&LA Green Resource Center Nov 7, 2013: AH&LA Green Resource Center

Six Questions Hoteliers Should Ask to Evaluate Sustainable Technologies Oct 21, 2013

When hoteliers and vendors communicate early on to evaluate a common series of due diligence issues, it enables both parties to rapidly and efficiently identify whether a technology, service or product makes sense for a particular hospitality asset.

Hotel Cuts Water Use Nearly 80% Aug 7, 2013

Is that possible? Hotel Andaluz in Albuquerque, New Mexico, claims they've done just that. Reopening after a $30 million remodel, the Andaluz reduced their water use by 78% with their water savings program.

The Andaluz, which previously existed as the La Posada hotel, was extensively remodeled according to LEED standards. In order to cut water use, the Andaluz developers implemented numerous waster and energy saving conservation measures,

More Than Half Green Buildings By 2015 Aug 7, 2013: More Than Half Green Buildings By 2015

Green building rises in retail and hospitality Jul 4, 2013: Green building projects are defined as either meeting LEED or another recognized green building standard, or one that is energy-efficient, water-efficient and improves indoor air quality and/or engages in material resource conservation.

'It's Not Easy Being Green' May 7, 2013: Hotel Online
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In 2013, Cayuga Sustainable Hospitality will celebrate its 10th birthday as a hospitality management company managing upscale hotels, resorts and lodges in Central America, all with a strong focus on sustainability. It has been 10 very fulfilling years, filled with challenges and drawbacks. When we started, we had one client and now our portfolio boasts nine projects in Costa Rica and Nicaragua (with several new ones on the drawing board). So business is good, but often at a high cost and wearing our owners and managers at a stronger pace than normal.

The Alternative Side of Energy May 2, 2013: Hotels spend a great deal of money on energy expenditures. According to the federal government’s Energy Star program, U.S. hotels spend an average of $2,196 per available room each year on energy, which makes it the fastest growing operating cost in the industry. And, this does not even take into account the amount of carbon dioxide the industry is emitting....