- Dahlonega - Georgia
Property Audit Overview:
There are 5 properties currently listed in Dahlonega. At this time there are 1 "Green" lodging properties listed of which this is the only lodging property that has completed the iStayGreen Audit. Cedar House Inn and Yurts has been awarded a 4 Green Eco-Leaf Rating.
To qualify for the Green Eco-Leaf Rating Cedar House Inn and Yurts 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, Cedar House Inn and Yurts employs 44 eco-initiatives.
For detailed information regarding environmental measures currently employed by Cedar House Inn and Yurts please contact the property directly or email iStayGreen.org.
Eco Memberships and Certifications:
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Cedar House Inn and Yurts
- Dahlonega - Georgia
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 established a budget for eco-initiatives
 The property actively promotes its eco-initiatives to the public through property website, property advertising, property signage, guestroom signage
 Property is an active member of an environmental organization or certification program
Staff Education & Monitoring
 New staff eco-orientation
 Staff environmental performance reviews
Guest Education & Follow-up
 Guests are informed of environmental initiatives at check-in
 Guests are encouraged to complete "Green" surveys
 Guests are encouraged to write "Green" website reviews
Philanthropic
 Property donates to environmentally friendly causes: Lumpkin Coalition
Energy Conservation
 Energy efficient lighting has been installed in: guestrooms, lobby, hallways, public restrooms, meeting rooms, outdoor areas, parking areas
 Energy efficient lighting installed when replacing old lighting
Water 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
 Water conserving devices installed when replacing old fixtures
 Xeric or low water consumption landscaping installed
Recycling
 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
 Compostable disposable service items utilized
 Recycled paper products (bath tissue, facial tissue, paper towels, napkins, etc) utilized
Cleaning & Environment
 Environmentally friendly chemicals used in cleaning
 Environmentally friendly detergents used for laundry
 Environmentally friendly chemicals used for carpet cleaning
 Entire property is non-smoking
 Cotton bedding and towels (non-synthetic) utilized
Environmental 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
Cedar House Inn and Yurts
- Dahlonega - Georgia
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