Sustainable solutions for eco-conscious gatherings

Explore some of our current initiatives

Recycling 

• Paper and cardboard
• Glass and plastic
• Aluminum and metal
• Styrofoam
• Recycling bins in each meeting room
• Recycle cooking oils through an outside company
• Old computers and electronics are taken to the depot for recycling

Energy

• LED Lighting in all open spaces
• Lighting is turned off and temperature is turned down in rooms not in use
• Blinds on exterior windows to minimize heat/ac loss in winter & summer months

Food & Beverage

• Chefs creates all stocks from scratch
• Chef sources local produce when available and in season
• Chef inspired vegetarian and vegan meals are available
• Individually packaged food and beverage are avoided whenever possible
• Ice water in pitchers on tables rather than individual bottles (not during COVID-19 safety protocols)
• Single-use plastic plates, cups and utensils are only offered upon request

Reduce & Reuse

• Meeting room linens are reused for same company multi-day meetings if clean (not during COVID-19 safety protocols)
• Notepads and pens can be placed at the back of the room to minimize waste
• Preferred audio visual supplier, SW event technology, uses EnergyStar equipment and follows corporate policies regarding proper disposal of old equipment.
• Working on installing low water flow fixtures in public spaces
• Reduced interdepartmental group files and have transitioned to electronic format
• Phosphate/Phosphorus free cleaning products
• On-site bike racks

Future Planning

• Where possible all disposables are made from 100% recycled materials
• Composting in the back of house
• Onsite herb garden
• Installing electric car charging stations