[cmsms_row][cmsms_column data_width=”1/1″][cmsms_text animation_delay=”0″] The Hotel Association of New York City is pleased to announce a new partnership with the Mayor’s Office of Sustainability’s NYC Retrofit Accelerator program that will connect member hotels to free, cost-saving sustainability resources that reduce electricity consumption and contribute to a cleaner, more energy efficient city. The NYC Retrofit Accelerator is a program created and managed by […]
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Successful Implementation
In addition to reducing waste and implementing the required regulations can save money on waste removal and help increase employee morale and customer satisfaction. It is also key also enhancing the company’s image becoming a more sustainable property. To make your program a success follow this proven guideline: Conduct a complete audit of all spaces […]
The Mattress Challenge
Did you know that an estimated 20 million mattresses were dumped into landfills last year and up to 90% of a mattress can be recycled? Hotels can make a great impact on disposing of mattresses responsibly, transforming them into reusable materials. It takes up to 90 years for a mattress to decompose in a landfill. […]
Materials and Food Donation
Hotels dispose of many reusable items that would benefit the local community. Items kept out of the landfills also save money on disposal and benefit our environment. Some of the readily accepted items generated in the hospitality industry include but not limited to: Office and art supplies Furniture and appliances Glass and building products Books, […]
Universal Waste
The Universal Waste Rule (UWR), 6 NYCRR Part 374-3, has been in effect in New York state since January 6, 2000. Due to mercury and other hazardous waste components, lamps, batteries and electronics have been regulated and required to be removed by a licensed, registered recycler. https://www.dec.ny.gov/chemical/99942.html The NYS Electronic Equipment Recycling and Reuse Act (PDF, 39 KB), […]
Commercial Organics Program
DSNY states that food scraps and other organic waste make up more than one-third of all commercial waste in New York City. Diverting this material from landfills to use for soil-enhancing compost, is a significant part of the City’s Zero Waste 2030 goal. Since July 19, 2016, food establishments, hotels and arenas have been required […]