Going Green

Sustainability Program

Here at the Country Inn & Suites Mesa, we commit to the following standards to be continued or implemented in 2009 - Going Green! In case you have not noticed, it's hip to be "green!" Let's walk the talk!

Our hotel has committed to continuing or implementing the following:

• Linen and Towel Reuse program in guest rooms
• Recycle trash in guest room including back-of-the-house recycling program for trash collected from the guest rooms
• Maintenance staff training on conservation and energy procedures, including monitoring water consumption on a monthly basis to track the progress with focus on reducing energy 5% over the next 18 months
• Recycling:
  • Paper
  • Plastic
  • Glass
  • Batteries - use rechargeable batteries
  • Cardboard
  • Food waste
  • Metals
  • Toners
• Using compact fluorescent light bulbs in guestrooms and public areas
• Updating Green Team success in staff meetings
• Involving every employee
• Communicating savings and our success with all staff
• Quick Hits:
  • Using a safer cleaning, sanitizer, paint, etc. for the environment
• Buying recycled paper products and using them throughout the hotel
• Turning off water taps while cleaning restrooms
  • Setting temperature for guest rooms; all lights off when departing
  • Using dishwashers and washing machines with FULL loads only
• Donating leftover food, amenities and other "extras" to local shelters
• Closing windows and doors when HVAC units are running
• Donating out of service linens to local charities
• Using salt and pepper shakers in dining area as opposed to single serving packets, wood stir sticks
• Using recycled paper products in place of Styrofoam for breakfast
• Servicing boilers regularly to ensure efficient combustion
• Using laundry detergent and air fresheners that have no toxic or potentially hazardous chemicals
• Sending invoices for Direct Bill via email
• Promoting dry erase boards instead of flipcharts
• Offering to collect plastic name tags/lanyards after meetings for recycling