Category: Sustainability
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Study shows millennials pushing hardest for green hotels
An article recently published in Hotel News Now highlighted voices from senior-level industry professionals about the demand for sustainability initiatives…
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The Refinishing Touch blog poll result: The top factors for a greener 2014
When it comes to creating and maintaining sustainable facilities, there are many factors. Throughout our 35 years of implementing eco-friendly,…
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Blog poll result: Sustainability – are hoteliers and campus facility managers doing enough?
As we move deeper into April, we have Earth Day on our minds (be sure to mark your calendars for…
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Earth Hour 2014: Hospitality leader sets an example
This past Saturday the world celebrated the 7th annual Earth Hour – a small period of time in which businesses,…
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Starwood expands Element hotel chain and further raises green standards industry wide
With an extensive background in hospitality renovations, construction and most importantly, sustainability, The Refinishing Touch has a constant eye out…
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The Refinishing Touch commemorates World Water Day 2014
As a company dedicated to a sustainable future, there are countless days throughout the year we recognize. But this Saturday,…
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Blog poll result: Sustainability in the government sector
Welcome back to our blog poll wrap-up. This week, we take a look at our reader’s thoughts on the government…
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Ontario’s local solution to international green energy concerns
An opinion piece published on Canada’s TheSpec.com raised some interesting points surrounding Ontario’s Green Energy Act, which included a local…
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Study finds going green doesn’t boost hotel revenues
As professionals immersed within the hospitality sector – with a strong passion for sustainability – we like to stay engaged…
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A temple of the future: University of Delaware opens eco-friendly lab
“Many states can offer financial incentives to attract business, but the environment is what set this area apart,” said KR…