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Please explain, if applicable, the carbon offsetting options you offer to corporations.

Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to sustainability and social impact goals and initiatives.

Has your hotel taken steps to reduce single-use plastics, such as removing plastic straws (except upon request for guests with disabilities), stirrers and cotton buds? If yes, please provide detail as to the steps you have taken to reduce single use plastics?

Does your hotel generate (onsite) or purchase (offsite) renewable energy (beyond your utility's standard offerings)? If yes, please describe your practices for generating or purchasing renewable energy.

Does your hotel engage in activities to protect & restore the natural environment in which it is located (i.e. trees planted, coral reef restored, etc.)?

Yes

Will your hotel be imposing any additional fees for cleaning services? If yes, please specify those fees.

Are specific cleaning/disinfection routines in place for pillows, duvets and their covers, headboard, bathrobe etc.? If yes, please describe.

Please include a link to your public report on community impact if applicable.

Please provide any other comments you wish to make regarding your efforts/initiatives to obtain certification in these programs.

Carlsbad, California is actively engaged in efforts to obtain certification in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) programs, recognizing the importance of fostering an inclusive and equitable community for all residents. The city has embarked on several initiatives aimed at promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion across various sectors. One key initiative is the development of comprehensive DE&I policies and practices within municipal government. Carlsbad is working to integrate DE&I principles into hiring practices, employee training programs, and decision-making processes to ensure a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community it serves. Furthermore, Carlsbad is partnering with local organizations, community groups, and educational institutions to expand DE&I initiatives beyond municipal government. These partnerships involve collaboration on diversity training programs, cultural competency workshops, and community outreach efforts designed to promote understanding, respect, and inclusion among residents of diverse backgrounds. Moreover, Carlsbad is seeking certification from recognized DE&I organizations and accrediting bodies to validate its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. By obtaining certification, Carlsbad aims to demonstrate its dedication to creating an inclusive and equitable community where all residents have equal access to opportunities and resources. Through these efforts and initiatives, Carlsbad is working proactively to obtain certification in DE&I programs, fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion that enriches the fabric of the community and promotes social cohesion and understanding.

Please provide, if applicable, an e-mail address for a contact who can address any follow up questions relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

jed@visitcarlsbad.com