InterContinental Kunming

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

we are trying to to offset its own carbon, thereby covering all emissions generated by the property and its operations, such as the energy supply, water, catering, external suppliers, and staff.

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.

ann.li@ickunming.com

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?

Yes, using “large-format bathroom amenities” to refill as opposed to tiny bottles of things like shampoo, increasing the number of available water stations for guests to refill bottles

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.

Yes, reclaimed water reuse system

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.

Yes, NA

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

Yes, or clothing, towels, linens and other items Launder items according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Use the warmest appropriate water setting and dry items completely. Wear disposable gloves when handling dirty laundry from a person who is sick.

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

http://www.elc.cn/galleries/%E6%98%86%E6%98%8E%E6%B4%B2%E9%99%85%E9%85%92%E5%BA%97/

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

Provide our guests with bicycles, walking maps, and information on public transportation. Offer discounted rates to sustainable living/environmental organizations who would like stay at and/or hold meetings at our hotel. Donate leftover guest amenities, o

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

ann.li@ickunming.com