[Sqg-program] DEP SPONSORS GREEN LODGING INDUSTRY WORKSHOPS

Perrigan, Glen Glen.Perrigan at dep.state.fl.us
Wed Apr 26 16:47:02 EDT 2006


 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEAE: April 25, 2006

CONTACT: Niki Pocock, (850) 245-2112     

 

DEP SPONSORS GREEN LODGING INDUSTRY WORKSHOPS

--Environmentally-friendly hotels conserve resources, save money and attract
customers--

 

TALLAHASSEE - The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is sponsoring
a variety of workshops on the Florida Green Lodging Program throughout the
month of May.  The workshops will discuss topics such as indoor air quality,
water conservation, energy efficiency, waste reduction and the Green Lodging
Program.   

 

"Green Lodges are leaders in their industry," said DEP Secretary Colleen M.
Castille.  "Their environmental commitment serves as an example and a
challenge to other hotels to adopt innovative 'green' practices, conserve
resources and save money."  

 

Launched in March 2004, the Florida Green Lodging Certification Program
establishes environmental guidelines for hotels and motels to conserve
natural resources and prevent pollution. As reward for designation, Florida
recommends Green Lodges to companies and trade organizations seeking
environmentally-conscious lodging and convention facilities.

 

The following Green Lodging workshops will take place during May:

 

*         Florida Green Lodging Workshop: May 2, 2006, 9:00 a.m., Tampa

Workshop provides information on the Green Lodging Program and criteria, as
well as water conservation, energy efficiency and waste reduction.
Presentation will also include a tour of a Green Lodging facility. To
register online for this workshop, visit http://swix.ws <http://swix.ws/> . 

 

*         Improving Indoor Air Quality and Energy Efficiency in Hotels and
Public Buildings in Florida, May 3, 2006, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Tampa

Workshop provides an overview of indoor air quality and energy efficiency for
hotels and public buildings in humid climates.  To register, visit
http://www.treeo.ufl.edu/.  

 

*         Florida Green Lodging Workshop, May 10, 2006, 9:00 a.m., Ft. Myers

Workshop is being held in conjunction with the Society for Ethical Ecotourism
in Southwest Florida and will discuss the Green Lodging Program and criteria,
water conservation, energy efficiency and waste reduction.  Presentation will
also include a tour of the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort and Spa,
Florida's first Two Palm certified Green Lodge.  To register, contact (239)
432-2163. 

 

For more information about the Florida Green Lodging Certification Program or
to locate a Florida Green Lodge, visit www.floridagreenlodging.org
<http://www.floridagreenlodging.org/> .

 

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