Recycle paper, plastic (PET and shrink wrap), aluminum and cardboard
Recycle print cartridges
White copy/printing paper is 100% Post Consumer Content (FSC Certified)
Colored copy/printing paper is 30% Post Consumer Content
Energy efficient lighting throughout resort (CFL bulbs/low lumen in all guest rooms)
Lights, computers and equipment in all areas is turned off when not in use
Aji Spa
Utilize wash clothes instead of paper towels
Use a R.O. water source versus bottled water
Audio Visual (American Audio Visual)
Paperless sales and inventory software system
Energy efficient LED lighting fixtures available for events
Electric golf cart to transport equipment on-site
Flipchart pads are made from 70% Post Consumer Recycled Material
Banquets
All light panels in Conference Center and Meeting Rooms are programmed with 4 permanent settings allowing users to select the most efficient setting based on the event.
Air conditioning is maintained by the status of room (shuts off when room is not in use)
Use residential style banquet tables for buffets and coffee breaks to reduce laundering of linen
Use water stations with glasses opposed to plastic bottle and plastic cup waste
Helping to provide "Green meeting space" by relocating paper products to meeting room credenzas to help reduce paper waste
Culinary
Utilizes Six Sigma Green Belt methodology in measuring and reducing energy
Engineering/Landscape
Electronic thermostats in guestrooms with pre-set settings to minimize energy consumption
Energy Management System to control all mechanical, HVAC, chiller and boiler systems and pumping station for water features to maximize efficiency
Reduced number of heated pools available during winter/low use season
Installed energy conserving flat plate system for chillers
All landscaping around property is native to the area and in keeping with the natural environment thus requiring less water to maintain, all watering is on a timed drip system
Front Office/Front Drive
Practice double sided printing when possible and practical
Utilize e-mail scanning instead of faxing
Use a "Green" Xerox machine
Reusable luggage tags that are marked with a dry erase pen for delivery
Guest Services
Hybrid property vehicle used for guest transport
Human Resources
Reuse scrap paper and double side print when possible
Utilize e-mail instead of direct mail when possible
Scan and e-mail instead of fax
Reduced handbook size
Quarterly newsletters versus monthly newsletters to save paper
Housekeeping
Green Seal approved chemicals used in cleaning
Bed linens changed and towels replaced upon request
Plastic cups in guest rooms are made from corn
Use blue bags for recycling plastic and aluminum
Use red bags for stained linen (saves water and chemicals)
Old terry items used to make cleaning rags for room attendants
Make a Green Choice program allows guests to decline housekeeping service and receive a $5 gift card for Ko'Sin Restaurant, Lobby Bar or exchange for 500 SPG points
Purchasing
Reuse of packing material (styro) and gel packs
Practice double sided printing when possible
Pallets are picked up for reuse or repair instead of dumping
Restaurant Outlets
Follow energy conservation practices when business levels are low or restaurants are closed - gas, lights, computers are turned off
Use large capacity milk dispenser to reduce plastic carton usage
Lights are monitored throughout the day
"Bring Your Own Cup" incentive for associates at Vasip Coffee Shop (employees who bring their own coffee cup will receive a discount)
Sales/Catering
Reuse scrap paper and double side print when possible
Utilize e-mail instead of direct mail when possible
Scan and e-mail instead of fax
Utilize products derived from recycled materials
Stewarding
Dish machine shut down between washes when business levels permit