Experience > Green Initiatives

• Energy-saving compact fluorescent (CFL) light bulbs save
  energy throughout the hotel
• All guestrooms feature motion-sensing thermostats that
  reduce energy usage when vacant
  
• Meeting rooms utilize thermostat timers for efficient
  heating/cooling based on event schedules
  
• Meeting rooms are equipped with motion/sound-sensitive lighting system
  

Water Conservation

• Guest bathrooms use ultra low-flush toilets
• Guest bathrooms use water restricted shower heads
  
• New commercial laundry system reduces water usage by 60%
  (675,000 gallons of water saved in June 2008 alone.)
• Linen and towel reuse program for multiple-night guests
  

Recycling & Waste Reduction

• City of Anaheim automatically sorts/recycles most metal
  and plastic from general waste stream
• Old furnishings, linens, curtains, dishware and bedding donated to local charities
• Kitchen recycles cooking oil
• All mercury-containing lightbulbs (fluorescent, halogen) are gathered and properly recycled
• E-waste products (electronic equipment, batteries) are gathered and properly recycled
• Fitness center uses shampoo/bodywash dispensers in place of individual bottles
• Meeting planners encouraged to use water service vs. individual water bottles
  

Miscellaneous

• Cross-functional Green Committee spearheads new and
  innovative eco-friendly operations
  
• Purchasing preference given to environmentally responsible service suppliers
  
• Dry cleaning supplier uses environmentally friendly products
  
• Local, organic, and vegetarian dining options available
  and incorporated into regular menu
  
• Digital signage has replaced paper for many meetings