Hampton Inn Elmira Horseheads in Upstate New York has implemented a number of sustainable features in construction and operations to achieve LEED Silver certification. These measures include:
- Insulated concrete forms (ICF) enabling airtight construction that translates to energy savings
- Geothermal heating and cooling
- No CFC-based refrigerants used in the air conditioning systems
- Low-VOC materials
- Landscaping utilizing native plants
- Reduction of construction waste
- White roof
- Water-saving fixtures
- Ozone laundry system that reduces water and energy usage, as well as hazardous chemicals
- Modular carpeting made of recycled materials
- Purchasing renewable energy certificates