Here are some ways the conference organizers are reducing, reusing and recycling:
- Central meeting location next to public transit has been selected as host hotel.
- Meeting materials will be distributed electronically.
- Email and other technology will be used over paper when possible.
- Conference rooms and public areas will be equipped with recycling bins.
- Name tag holders will be collected for reuse.
- Breaks will be allowed throughout the conference schedule for stretching and walking.
- Healthy menu options will be available (including gluten free and vegetarian).
- Canisters and carafes will be used to reduce use of plastic water bottles.
- Post-conference surveys and evaluations will be administered electronically.
The hotel also offers these "green" initiatives:
- Using recycled paper whenever possible.
- Being a “styrofoam-free” environment.
- Recycling plastic, glass and paper in all communities where recycling is readily available.
- Offering leftover and excess food items to local food banks and shelters.
- Considering local food purveyors when feasible – a “farm to table” approach.
- Exploring the use of hybrid vehicles for all new purchases.
- Reminding associates to turn off unused lights and reduce HVAC usage.
- Encouraging staff to use mass transportation and carpooling options.
- Utilizing more ecologically-friendly laundry processes.
- Offering filtered water in pitchers for meetings
- Serving water only on request in restaurants and bar.
