There are 108 properties currently listed in Portland. At this time there are 16 "Green" lodging properties listed of which 14 properties have completed the iStayGreen Audit. Hilton Portland And Executive Tower has been awarded a 4 Green Eco-Leaf Rating.
To qualify for the Green Eco-Leaf Rating Hilton Portland And Executive Tower 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, Hilton Portland And Executive Tower employs 48 eco-initiatives.
For detailed information regarding environmental measures currently employed by Hilton Portland And Executive Tower please contact the property directly or email iStayGreen.org.
Energy Improvements: - State-of-the-art HVAC cooling tower - 85% high-efficiency natural gas boiler - Internal escalator turned off between 11pm and 6 am
Recycling & Composting: - Custom recycling bag asking guest to participate in our efforts - Used shampoo/conditioner bottles, older furnishings, linens, curtains, dishware and bedding donated to a local shelter - Composting of all food waste
Waste Minimization: - Copy machines defaulted to double-sided printing - Automatic paper towel dispensers in employee bathrooms
Green Conferences: - Local, organic and vegetarian options available - Left-over food is composted or donated to a local farm/charity - Condiments served in bulk - Extra exhibit materials distributed to charitable organizations - website menus replace hard copies
Coming Soon: - Gray water faucets to be installed for outdoor cleaning - "Green" floor with enhanced sustainable services - Seafood Watch parnership with the Monterey bay Aquarium