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Presenter: Amanda Gourgue, CMP
Saving the World One Meeting at a Time: A Going Green Guide for Meeting Facilities
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Green Guide for Meeting Facilities
After this session, you will be able to:
Explain what a green meeting is Identify the elements needed to have a green facility Recognizing ways to save money while being socially responsible
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CSR stands for…
a. Center for Subatomic Researchb. Corporate Social Responsibilityc. Customer Service Representatived. Center for Shellfish Research
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CSR is…
a. A corporation that uses hybrids to transport product
b. A corporation that gives to charitiesc. A corporation that does green meetingsd. An organization taking responsibility for
the social, environmental and economic impacts of its actions
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CSR Defined
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is a concept whereby organizations consider the long-term interests of the communities in which they operate and take responsibility for the impact of their actions on employees, customers/members, the community and the environment.
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A green meeting is…
a. An event on St. Patrick’s Day
b. An event incorporating environmental considerations to minimize its negative impact on the environment
c. A meeting in Hawaii in December when you are from Wisconsin
d. A meeting of an environmentally conscious political party running for office
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According to the Convention Industry Council, a green meeting is…
A green meeting or event incorporates environmental considerations to minimize its negative impact on the environment.
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Human Resources/Executive Office
Green Team/CommitteeSocially Responsible Staff Day
$1 Donation Employee Program
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Sales
Energy Star® office equipment
Recycled paper
E-mail communication
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Front Desk
Transportation
Local maps
Paperless front desk
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A carbon offset… is a conceptual
financial tool to help people mitigate the impact of their activities. The theory is that since climate change is a global problem, a reduction in emissions elsewhere will have a balancing effect. This is known as going “carbon-neutral”.
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Greenhouse Effect
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The purpose of an offset is simple. It is to help mitigate the effects of our current
carbon emissions by investing in alternative projects that help cut those
emissions.
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Kinds of OffsettingMarkets:
Compliance (to comply with carbon caps)Voluntary (individual, projects, events)
TypesEnergy
Demand side (conservation, co-generation, efficiency)Supply Side (renewable energy)
Reforestation
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Offsets: Recommendations
Reduce first. Offset second.Projects that support renewable energy Energy efficiencyLook for accredited carbon offset programsEnsure projects supported with offsets are additional projects
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Housekeeping
Linen and Towel Reuse Program
Amenities
In – Room Energy Saving Program
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Engineering
Use CFLs (Compact fluorescent lamps)
Use Low flow toilets, shower heads and faucets
Environmentally friendly up-keep
Low VOC (Volatile organic compounds)
Carpet/wood flooring
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Food & Beverage (Including Restaurant, Room Service, Mini Bar and Banquet)
Purchasing and Packaging
Reduce, Reuse and Recycle
Serving
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Food & Beverage (Including Restaurant, Room Service, Mini Bar and Banquet)
ServingEliminate or minimize the use of petroleum based products
DO NOT use polystyrene products
Use cloth instead of paper napkins
Use china and glassware
Do not pre fill water glasses
Eliminate the use of boxes for lunch
Table decorations – desserts, potted flowers, fruit
Provide signage
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Marketing
The Eco-Getaway in San Francisco Package includes Deluxe ‘Green’ Accommodations with WiFi
European Breakfast Buffet
Greenopia Guide
Free DVD Rentals
Optional PlanetTran Airport Transfers in Hybrid Toyota Prius
Discounts for Mr. Toad’s “Postcard San Francisco” Tour
Discounts on Rental Bikes
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Green Guide for Meeting Facilities CSR Measurement Exercise
• What are three CSR related areas you want to measure for your next meeting? Use SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable,
Realistic and Timely) • How will you measure your results? What specific benchmarks will you use? How will you collect the information? How will you do
with the information? • What can you do to help you achieve your goals?
Measurement Areas How You Will Measure the Results How Will You Achieve the Goal
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Resources
Meeting Revolution
www.startameetingrevolution.com
MPI
www.mpiweb.org/sustainability
American Hotel & Lodging Association
www.ahla.com