Marriott International has opened TownePlace Suites Denver Airport at Gateway Park, the brand’s first LEED Volume hotel. The LEED Volume program awards certification based on a pre-approved prototype and process. The property has implemented a number of sustainable initiatives, including:
- Light-colored roofing that reflects heat and saves energy;
- 70 percent Energy Star-certified appliances including refrigerators, TVs, computers, and kitchen equipment
- Water-efficient toilets and aerated bathroom faucets
- 10 percent of the building materials used contain recycled content
- “On demand” ventilation that provides fresh air for occupied spaces without wasting energy on unoccupied areas
- LED lighting and controls that turn off the lights
- Daylight sensors to reduce electrical lighting with natural sunlight
- Renewable energy sources such as solar or wind