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TALLAHASSEE – The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is
sponsoring a variety of workshops on the Florida Green Lodging Program
throughout the month of May. The workshops will discuss topics such as
indoor air quality, water conservation, energy efficiency, waste reduction
and the Green Lodging Program.
“Green Lodges are leaders in their industry,” said DEP Secretary Colleen
M. Castille. “Their environmental commitment serves as an example and a
challenge to other hotels to adopt innovative ‘green’ practices, conserve
resources and save money.”
Launched in March 2004, the Florida Green Lodging Certification Program
establishes environmental guidelines for hotels and motels to conserve
natural resources and prevent pollution. As reward for designation, Florida
recommends Green Lodges to companies and trade organizations seeking
environmentally-conscious lodging and convention facilities.
The following Green Lodging workshops will take place during May:
- Florida Green Lodging Workshop: May 2, 2006, 9:00 a.m., Tampa
Workshop provides information on the Green Lodging Program and criteria,
as well as water conservation, energy efficiency and waste reduction.
Presentation will also include a tour of a Green Lodging facility. To
register online for this workshop, visit
http://swix.ws.
- Improving Indoor Air Quality and Energy Efficiency in Hotels and Public
Buildings in Florida, May 3, 2006, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Tampa Workshop provides an overview of indoor air quality and energy efficiency
for hotels and public buildings in humid climates. To register, visit
http://www.treeo.ufl.edu/.
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Florida Green Lodging Workshop, May 10, 2006, 9:00 a.m., Ft. Myers Workshop is being held in conjunction with the Society for Ethical
Ecotourism in Southwest Florida and will discuss the Green Lodging Program
and criteria, water conservation, energy efficiency and waste reduction.
Presentation will also include a tour of the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point
Resort and Spa, Florida’s first Two Palm certified Green Lodge. To register,
contact (239) 432-2163.
For more information about the Florida Green Lodging Certification
Program or to locate a Florida Green Lodge, visit
www.floridagreenlodging.org.
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 "Green Lodges are leaders in
their industry, their environmental commitment serves as an example and a challenge to other hotels to adopt innovative ‘green’ practices, conserve resources and save money."
~ Colleen M. Castille
DEP Secretary
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