Environmental Responsibility Should Be ‘Part of Every Travel Company’s DNA’
Travel Blog • Joanna Kakissis • 01.09.09 | 11:17 AM ET
So says Christopher Elliot in a great MSNBC column on the end of green travel (at least in its current, rather poseurish form). For instance a hotel chain can tout itself as green simply by using energy-efficient fluorescent lightbulbs in their rooms. But one small agreeable change does not absolve an industry known for profligate use (and abuse) of natural resources. Elliot’s calling for a paradigm shift that would make travel operators—airlines, hotels, tour companies, and others—quiet but durable environmentalists, and compel travelers to give them (not the polluters) their business.
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Gennaro 01.09.09 | 1:58 PM ET
It’s possible to go green and say money in the long run. Hotels are a perfect example. Changing light bulbs to greener options is a start, but many also allow guest to opt-out of washing sheets everyday for multi-day visitors. Another option is to no longer allow guest to take the little shampoo, condititoner, or other supplies. Save them cash and prevents waste as those items can be re-filled instead of replace.
Palko - Naturcert 01.14.09 | 5:13 AM ET
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Elyse 03.05.09 | 1:52 PM ET
The term “Green” is being thrown around a lot in the tourism and travel industry lately, especially with the current economic situation and its affect on travel. Yet, some developers are thankfully honest to their Green initiatives, and certifiable GREEN at that. Check out new LEED certified Green communities like The Greenbrier Sporting Club’s Green Homes at The Greenbrier, http://www.greenbriergreenhomes.com on the grounds of the historic Greenbrier resort. Green Homes is touting a deliberate reuse of materials in their post and beam frame home community, including the use of locally indigenous stones, timber from fallen trees, Energy Star rated appliances and even delineation of construction limits to minimize disturbing the existing flora and fauna.