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8978 International Drive - Orlando - Florida
Property Audit Overview:
There are 270 properties currently listed in Orlando. At this time there are 39 "Green" lodging properties listed of which 11 properties have completed the iStayGreen Audit. Embassy Suites Orlando - International Drive South-convention Center has been awarded a 3 Green Eco-Leaf Rating.
To qualify for the Green Eco-Leaf Rating Embassy Suites Orlando - International Drive South-convention Center completed an audit of their property's compliance with over 70 unique eco-initiatives. Environmentally friendly measures that are reviewed include energy efficiency, water conservation, recycling, enviromentally safe cleaning, reduction of waste, ongoing maintenance, purchasing habits, plus many other factors. In it's efforts to create a more sustainable travel future and reduce their impact on our environment, Embassy Suites Orlando - International Drive South-convention Center employs 38 eco-initiatives. For detailed information regarding environmental measures currently employed by Embassy Suites Orlando - International Drive South-convention Center please contact the property directly or email iStayGreen.org.
Eco Memberships and Certifications:
Florida Green Lodging Program - One Palm
Property Owner's Statement of Environmental Initiatives:
Property's Green Team Leader:
Jerri Nostades - 407-352-1400 Mailing Address: 8978 International Drive Orlando, US 32819 We are committed to protecting Florida’s environment and hope that you too will appreciate and join our effort to be better stewards to our Earth. As we observe our own growing awareness of our impact on the environment, we realize that an increasing number of travelers and organizations are doing the same. So, we have adopted an extensive list of innovative and cost-saving ‘green’ practices to improve energy efficiency, reduce waste and improve water conservation. Here are just a few highlights of our eco-friendly efforts: • Cleaning Supplies: environmentally friendly cleaning products are in use • Recycled Paper: Property-wide use of recycled printer paper and soy-based ink products. • Towel/Linen Reuse: Guests can do their pars to reduce energy and detergents required for daily washings • Recycling: Back of house recycling programs addressing glass, bottles, cans, paper, cardboard and more • Energy Conservation: Use of energy efficient lighting, timers & thermostat controls in designated back of the house, public and guest suites. • Water Conservation: Implementation and auditing of low flow systems for faucets, toilets, and showers • Public area recycling bins: Guests are encouraged to participate in reducing our environmental impact. We are currently certified in the Florida Green Lodging program at "Palm 1" status. Palm 2 certification is pending and aniticipated mid-2009. |
Embassy Suites Orlando - International Drive South-convention Center
8978 International Drive - Orlando - Florida
Environmental Initiatives
Green Promotion
The property has individuals with authority and resources taking responsibility for environmental management The property has an on-site Green Team The property has regular eco-meetings with performance reporting The property has established a budget for eco-initiatives The property actively promotes its eco-initiatives to the public through property website, property brochures, property advertising, property signage, property vendors, guestroom signage Property is an active member of an environmental organization or certification programStaff Education & Monitoring
New staff eco-orientation Eco-incentive programs for staff Industry specific environmental seminar attendance by staffGuest Education & Follow-up
Guests are informed of environmental initiatives at check-inEnergy Conservation
Energy efficient lighting has been installed in: guestrooms, lobby, hallways, public restrooms, meeting roomsWater Conservation
Sheets reuse option for multiple night stays Towels reuse option for multiple night stays Water conserving devices are utilized including: low flow faucet aerators, low flow showerheads, low volume toilets, motion sensor public faucets, motion sensor public toilets Water conserving devices installed when replacing old fixturesRecycling
Recycle containers located inside guestrooms Recycle containers located around property common areas Recycle containers located in office, kitchen, and staff areas Reusable food & beverage service used in lieu of disposable service items Recycled paper products (bath tissue, facial tissue, paper towels, napkins, etc) utilizedCleaning & Environment
Environmentally friendly chemicals used in cleaning Environmentally friendly detergents used for laundry Environmentally friendly chemicals used for carpet cleaningEnvironmental Purchasing
Preference given to purchase of environmentally responsible products Preference given to purchase from local vendors Preference given to purchase from environmentally responsible service providers
Embassy Suites Orlando - International Drive South-convention Center
8978 International Drive - Orlando - Florida
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