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The Big Blue House

144 E. University Blvd. - Tucson - Arizona
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    Property Audit Overview:
    There are 101 properties currently listed in Tucson. At this time there are 5 "Green" lodging properties listed of which 4 properties have completed the iStayGreen Audit. The Big Blue House has been awarded a 5 Green Eco-Leaf Rating.

    To qualify for the Green Eco-Leaf Rating The Big Blue House 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, The Big Blue House employs 51 eco-initiatives.

    For detailed information regarding environmental measures currently employed by The Big Blue House please contact the property directly or email iStayGreen.org.
    Property Owner's Statement of Environmental Initiatives:
    Property's Green Team Leader:
          Leona Ramsey - 520-301-5256

    Mailing Address:
          144 E. University Blvd.
          Tucson, AZ US 85705

    Company Car is Hydrogen converted Composting all biodegradables All cleaning product are green Compact florecent bulbs throughout property solar cells on rooftop generate dc power regulated faucet heads low flow shower heads rain sensoe irrigation all low-water landscaping Separate recycleables for public and offices

      
      
    The Big Blue House
    144 E. University Blvd. - Tucson - Arizona
    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 program
    Staff Education & Monitoring
     New staff eco-orientation
      Eco-incentive programs for staff
      Industry specific environmental seminar attendance by staff
      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
      Guests are offered the ability to carbon offset their stay
    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
      Intermittent-use area sensors are utilized in: guestrooms, lobby, hallways, storage areas
      Off-grid alternative energy source utilized: Solar assist
    Water Conservation
     Sheets reuse option for multiple night stays
      Water conserving devices are utilized including: 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

    The Big Blue House
    144 E. University Blvd. - Tucson - Arizona
     
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