Green Key Comes to the U.S.
The Canadian-based Green Key Eco-Rating Program has traveled south to the U.S.
September 24, 2009
Study: U.S. Can Look to Europe, Australia for Environmental Lessons
The United States can learn a few lessons in energy-efficient buildings and green jobs from Europe and Australia, according to a new study by the Rand Corporation.
September 23, 2009
Marriott Unveils First LEED Gold Property
Courtyard Portland City Center is the first Marriott hotel to earn LEED Gold certification.
September 22, 2009
Westin Bonaventure Receives Green Seal Silver Certification
westin bonaventure The Westin Bonaventure is the first Los Angeles hotel to earn Green Seal silver certification.
September 22, 2009
Green Collar Jobs on the Rise
For many, the environmental movement is about recycling, solar panels, and hybrid cars. Even we in the industry can get distracted by the technological whiz-bangery of the latest wind turbine, composite material, and waterless urinal. It's easy to overlook what will be the most pervasive aspect of s
September 18, 2009
Holiday Inn Is Chicago’s First LEED Hotel
The Holiday Inn Chicago Mart Plaza has received LEED Gold Certification by the U.S. Green Building Council, making it the first LEED-certified hotel in Chicago, it announced last week.
September 17, 2009
Two CityCenter Hotels Earn LEED Certification
Two projects within Las Vegas's CityCenter development are the first to attain LEED Gold certification: Aria and Vdara.
September 14, 2009
Green Seal Becomes the Gold Standard for Eco-Conscious Restaurants
The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) has approved GS-46, the Green Seal Environmental Standard for Restaurants and Food Services.
September 14, 2009
Hotel Indigo Unveils First LEED Gold Property
Hotel Indigo Athens University Area has debuted in Georgia as the brand's first LEED Gold property.