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Starwood super-charges its commitment to energy conservation

Starwood Hotels and Resorts is calling for deep cuts in both energy and water use across the board of its entire 1,000+ property portfolio.

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‘Aloft’ in Arizona: Leading the way with first LEED Certification

Aloft Tempe has been awarded the coveted Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification by the U.S. Green Building Council – making it the seventh LEED certified property for Aloft brand parent Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.

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Sustainable business meetings, courtesy of Starwood

Starwood Hotels & Resorts has just unveiled its new Sustainable Meeting Guidelines for its collection of North American properties.

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Starwood learns to conserve

A new partnership with Conservation International will help Starwood Hotels & Resorts focus on environmental goals while helping to develop awareness.

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Starwood gets in on the Earth Hour festivities

Hundreds of Starwood Hotels across the world will be participating in Earth Hour 2010 – dimming down the lights worldwide for a good cause.

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Adventure tourism gains ground: more adventure, more travel, more fun

Nearly half of American adults, or roughly 98 million people, have taken at least one “adventure trip” in their lifetime. The niche itself is no longer only for the x-factor thrill seekers; it has exploded into the mainstream.

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New Jersey gets green with its first Element Hotel

Starwood Hotels has just opened the green Element Ewing-Hopewell, its first New Jersey Element property, just minutes outside of Princeton. The hotel marks the 7th Element hotel worldwide.

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Element Hotels rolls out the green carpet for eco-savvy drivers

By the end of 2009, every Element Hotel property will have ChargePoint Charging Stations for electric vehicles, as well as preferred parking for electric cars and hybrids.

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Sheraton Suites Tampa chooses ‘Green’

Perhaps taking a cue from its parent company’s (Starwood) green line of hotels (Element Hotels), the Sheraton Suites Tampa Airport is putting some green into their operations with its new “Make a Green Choice” program.

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Starwood’s Element Hotels have a ‘Vision’

The popular “green” hotel brand has officially been named as a Travel + Leisure Global Vision Award Winner for its efforts in environmental conservation.

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Aloft Dallas Downtown debuts as company’s first re-use project

Situated in an 8-story historic railroad freight depot terminal that was once the heart of the city’s commercial district. The property boasts 193 spacious, loft-like rooms, accessible technology and a hip, social atmosphere.

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‘Bike and Fly’ at Aloft Portland: New bike-friendly guest program lets travelers go without cars

The program allows travelers to leave their cars at home by introducing a bicycle-friendly hotel in proximity to the runways. Travelers can leave their bikes securely stored in a locked storage area at the hotel for up to 14 days – all at no additional cost when paired with a one-night stay.

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Starwood pays guests to go green

Starwood Hotels and Resorts new “Make a Green Choice” program is awarding guests with gift cards and membership points for going green during a stay at the one chain’s many Sheraton and Westin properties across the country.

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Element Hotels takes green on the road with Electric Car charging stations

Starwood Hotels & Resorts’ eco-chic Element brand has announced plans to install electric car charging stations at Element Lexington, allowing guests and travelers to locate an unoccupied charging station using Google Maps, then simply swipe a keycard, plug in and charge up their electric vehicles.

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What is Sheraton doing to go green in Seattle?

Sheraton Seattle has recently been recognized by AH&LA for its environmental commitment with the 2009 Good Earthkeeping Stars of the Industry Award. From recycling to laundering, green teams and cleaning products, the property has become a model for green responsibility to both guests, employees and competition.

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Element Hotels says the economy drives green travel, not the environment

Starwood’s Element Hotels has recently launched its annual “Eco-Travel Index”, a new survey citing the global economic crisis as the biggest motivator for travelers becoming more environmentally conscious.

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Starwood goes dark for Earth Hour

On March 28, hundreds of Starwood hotels spanning all of the chain’s brands will turn off their lights and take other energy-saving measures for one full hour, underscoring the company’s commitment to environmental sustainability.

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Starwood's latest 'Element' opens big in the heart of Texas

Starwood Hotels & Resorts has just announced the opening of Element Houston Vintage Park, the first Element hotel to open in Texas, boasting a new travel experience with comfortable public spaces, modern style and eco-friendly design.

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Starwood's Element Lexington first to achieve LEED GOLD Certification

Starwood has just announced that its flagship Element hotel – Element Lexington – is the first Starwood hotel to earn Gold certification from the U.S. Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) program and the first hotel in Massachusetts to achieve this prestigious rating.

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The 'Nines' brings eco-luxury to Downtown Portland

The Nines, a Luxury Collection Hotel, brings “sophisticated surroundings and exceptional experiences” to downtown Portland, with world-class cuisine, indigenous artwork, a private library, modern steakhouse, 14,000 square feet of eco-friendly function space and an anticipated LEED Silver Certification.

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