DUG Goes Green


DUG 2009 Green Initiatives
You spoke, and we listened. Here are several ways DUG has committed to "go green" for this year's conference:
    · Reduce waste by having attendees self-stuff totebags
    . Collect unwanted tote materials for reuse at other events
    · Use 100% recycled, reusable tote bags and name badge wallets
    · Print fewer items for totes, booth materials, and other uses; use recycled paper
    · Market through electronic means rather than print when possible
    · Post speaker materials online rather than using paper handouts
    · Distribute the daily conference change notices and announcements online only
    · Buy U.S.-made materials when possible to save on shipping fuel costs
    · Use recycled/recyclable material for DUG notepads and pens
    · Donate leftover notepads and gift items, or reuse at regional conferences
    · Post registration lists online only
    · Ask hotels to participate in linen reuse programs and to provide in-room recycling
    . Replace bottled water with water pitchers or coolers
    . Post exhibitor kit online rather than providing a paper version 
Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center is "Eco-Logical"
The Gaylord National Resort is equally committed to preserving the environment. By partnering with the Gaylord for our annual DUG Conferences we can further our efforts to "go green". With no definitive national environmental standard currently in place for the lodging industry, Gaylord Hotels has developed brand standards using the guidelines set forth as a baseline by the Florida and the California Green Lodging Requirements.

We're Eco-Logical™, the trademarked name Gaylord Hotels has chosen to brand this program, provides an easily identifiable symbol to highlight practices and programs offered at all properties that demonstrate a commitment to the environment while encouraging the involvement of guests, meeting clients and STARS (Gaylord Hotels employees).

Every Gaylord Hotel focuses efforts in the following areas:
  • Waste Reduction / Recycling
  • Energy Efficiency
  • Water Consumption and Conservation
  • Clean Air
  • Chemical Reduction / Use of Environmentally Friendly Products
  • Green Purchasing and Use of Partner / Vendor Relationships
  • Landscaping
  • Communication and Training

To view all of the Gaylord's Green initiatives please download their "Green Fast Facts"
Gaylord Hotels Ecological-Fast-Facts.pdf

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