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185 Lyon Street North - Ottawa - Canada
Property Audit Overview:
There are 45 properties currently listed in Ottawa. At this time there are 34 "Green" lodging properties listed of which 7 properties have completed the iStayGreen Audit. Minto Suite Hotel has been awarded a 4 Green Eco-Leaf Rating.
To qualify for the Green Eco-Leaf Rating Minto Suite Hotel 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, Minto Suite Hotel employs 37 eco-initiatives. For detailed information regarding environmental measures currently employed by Minto Suite Hotel please contact the property directly or email iStayGreen.org.
Eco Memberships and Certifications:
Audubon Green LeafTM Eco-Rating Program - 4 Green Leafs
Property Owner's Statement of Environmental Initiatives:
Property's Green Team Leader:
Sharon Williamson - 613-782-3155 Mailing Address: 185 Lyon Street North Ottawa, CA K1R 7Y1 Rooms and Common Spaces •Recycle bins in all suites •Compact fluorescent light bulbs in common areas and suites •Changed exit signs to LED •Low flow toilets and shower heads •Shampoo and soaps in dispensers reduce disposable bottles and waste •Recycled paper pens instead of plastic pens provided in suite •HVAC is on motion sensors to heat/cool room only when occupied •Converted swimming pool to salt water •We only use green products in housekeeping department •Towel and sheet reuse program •Free bikes for our guests to use as a green way to get around the city •We work with our suppliers to reduce shipping and packaging and encourage recycled product - We also hold community events in the summer (outdor movies, to build community awareness and raise money for the David Suzuki Foundation -We participate in Earth Hour by turning off all but emergency lighting and encouring our guests to do the same - We participate in a Spring and Fall clean up of the city. Meeting Spaces •Provide china, cutlery and linen service instead of disposable items. •Cream, milk, sugar and condiments served in reusable containers •Provide water in pitchers or bulk coolers only, no bottles •Promote local, organic and vegetarian food and beverage options. •Provide multiple recycle bins for paper, glass, metal & plastic. •Compost food waste in catering •Encourage whiteboard and non-toxic markers over flip charts. |
Minto Suite Hotel
185 Lyon Street North - Ottawa - Canada
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 brochures, guestroom signage Property is an active member of an environmental organization or certification programStaff Education & Monitoring
Eco-incentive programs for staff Staff environmental performance reviewsGuest Education & Follow-up
Guests are informed of environmental initiatives at check-inPhilanthropic
Property donates to environmentally friendly causes: David Suzuki Foundation, EvergreenEnergy Conservation
Energy efficient lighting has been installed in: guestrooms, lobby, hallways, public restrooms, meeting rooms Energy efficient lighting installed when replacing old lighting HVAC motion control sensors or card key system installedWater 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 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 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 Bulk amenities and soaps purchased and dispensed in guestrooms
Minto Suite Hotel
185 Lyon Street North - Ottawa - Canada
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