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4803 Rio Grande N.W. - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque - New Mexico
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  • Property Audit Overview:
    This is the only property we currently have listed in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque. The property has completed the iStayGreen Audit process. Los Poblanos Inn & Cultural Center has been awarded a 3 Green Eco-Leaf Rating.

    To qualify for the Green Eco-Leaf Rating Los Poblanos Inn & Cultural 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, Los Poblanos Inn & Cultural Center employs 34 eco-initiatives.

    For detailed information regarding environmental measures currently employed by Los Poblanos Inn & Cultural Center please contact the property directly or email iStayGreen.org.
    Eco Memberships and Certifications:
    ENERGY STAR For Hospitality - Member

     Contact:  ENERGY STAR For Hospitality
    1200 Pennsylvania Ave NW
    Washington, DC United States 20460
    phone: (888)-782-7937
    email:

    Property Owner's Statement of Environmental Initiatives:
    Property's Green Team Leader:
          Nancy Kinyanjui - 5053449297

    Mailing Address:
          4803 Rio Grande N.W.
          Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM US 87107

    The innkeepers at Los Poblanos intend to encourage and promote ecological consciousness in every aspect of providing hospitality to our guests. We will continue to improve and expand our environmental efforts for the health and enjoyment of our guests.

    How we express this intention: 12 acre Organic Farm based on the Community Supported Agriculture model Recycling facilities around the property for paper, plastic and metal Participate in a towel and linen re-use program Use of biodegradable, non toxic cleaning products Serving organic breakfasts with as many locally grown ingredients as possible Water conservation by growing drought resistant lavender as a crop Earth friendly bath products made with our organically grown lavender oil Supporting the Montanita Co-Op, a community-owned, organic natural foods store, by purchasing the majority of our food items there Durable instead of disposable service items such as table ware and serving pieces Using compact fluorescent light bulbs to reduce electricity consumption Use of durable cotton towels and linens in rooms to reduce VOC emissions Supporting the local community by participating in local organizations, providing community information to guests, and utilizing locally made items Educating and training our staff and guests about green environmental program Bicycle rental to encourage a low emission vacation

      
      
    Los Poblanos Inn & Cultural Center
    4803 Rio Grande N.W. - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque - New Mexico
    Environmental Initiatives
    Green Promotion
     The property has individuals with authority and resources taking responsibility for environmental management
     The property has regular eco-meetings with performance reporting
     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
    Guest Education & Follow-up
     Guests are informed of environmental initiatives at check-in
    Energy Conservation
     Energy efficient lighting has been installed in: guestrooms, lobby, hallways, public restrooms, meeting rooms, 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 volume toilets
     Water conserving devices installed when replacing old fixtures
     Xeric or low water consumption landscaping installed
    Recycling
     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) 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

    Los Poblanos Inn & Cultural Center
    4803 Rio Grande N.W. - Los Ranchos de Albuquerque - New Mexico
     
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