Discovering the World through Green Meetings

Marriott International aspires to be the global leader that demonstrates how responsible hospitality management can be a positive force for the environment and create economic opportunities around the world, in the communities where we work and live!

Renaissance Hotels and Resorts

• Replaced light bulbs with energy-efficient bulbs
• Installed low-flow showerheads and toilets
• Introduced water/energy saving linen program
• Operates the most ENERGY STAR® certified properties in the industry, as part of Marriott’s portfolio of brands
• Involves its global workforce in eco-volunteerism

Meetings and Events

• Eco-Friendly Water Service
• Reusable white boards available to eliminate flip charts
• Event Menus viewable online
• Conference schedules, menus, and contracts via e-mail
• Reusable linen napkins replace disposable paper napkins
• Paperless billing process

Renaissance Toronto Hotel Downtown

• Office paper, plastic and glass is recycled
• Broad environmental management strategies
• programmable energy management systems which automatically controls the temperature in occupied / unoccupied rooms
• Energy and water conservation and efficient use
• Waste management and resource use reduction, reuse, and recycling
• Reduction in, and proper use and handling of, hazardous and toxic substances
• “Eco-purchasing” - i.e. factoring environmental considerations into purchasing decisions/strategies
• Community involvement and support
• Food scraps are diverted from the regular waste stream and composted
• Starbucks uses recyclable cups from post consumer paper
• Achieved 4 Green Keys with the HAC’s Green Key Eco- Rating Program