Partnering with Clean Currents and the EPA, the Legacy Hotel & Meeting
Centre launches its green initiatives by asking guests to participate in
the boutique hotel's Turn On(TM) service
ROCKVILLE, Md., Oct. 21 /PRNewswire/ -- Spearheading the hospitality
industry's efforts in Montgomery County, Md. to be increasingly environment
conscious, the Legacy Hotel & Meeting Centre launches its environmental
program by integrating greener hotel products, cleaner energy, and enticing
its guests to live green while traveling by participating in its Turn
On(TM) service to offset the carbon footprint of their stay.
"We are proud of our commitment to both traditional hospitality and
contemporary environmental responsibility," says Eric Siegel, Executive
Vice President of Cohen Companies, the owner group of The Legacy Hotel &
Meeting Centre. "We are introducing our 100% recycling policy and hope that
our guests will join our efforts to greening their stay."
As the first hotel in the Montgomery County, Md. to be powered by 100%
wind energy, The Legacy has partnered with Clean Currents of Rockville, Md.
to bring their carbon footprint to zero for energy consumption and minimize
its pollution impact on the fragile environment. As part of the hotel's
green initiative, the hotel has entered into a Green Power Partnership with
the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) which encourages
the voluntary use of green power to reduce the risk of climate change.
"We are delighted to assist The Legacy Hotel in their initiative to
promote clean air by purchasing clean, renewable wind powered electricity,"
says Charles Segerman, CEO of Clean Currents. "We applaud The Legacy Hotel
and Meeting Centre for their environmental stewardship."
In addition to converting its cleaning products and detergents to
organic, biodegradable solutions and installing recycling baskets in each
of its 162 spacious guest rooms, hotel guests can further offset the carbon
footprint of their stay in support of the hotel's new Turn On(TM) service
by purchasing an eco-friendly t-shirt logoed with the hotel's environmental
campaign slogan "I Got Turned On At The Legacy!" Proceeds of the shirt
contribute to Renewable Energy Credits through Clean Currents.
"Through this innovative new service, and at the guest's request,
guestroom energy will be turned off during the guest's absence and turned
back on thirty minutes prior to their return," explains Mark Cohen, General
Manager of The Legacy & Hotel Meeting Centre.
"We hope that our efforts will inspire our guest to 'turn on' their
conservation efforts after they leave The Legacy," adds Siegel. "From being
mindful about energy use to recycling, the Turn On(TM) service exposes
guests to green living methods that can be easily applied to their everyday
lives."
The Turn On(TM) service officially launched on Tuesday, October 14. For
further information on The Legacy's green policy, please visit
http://www.IGotTurnedOn.com or call (301) 881-2300.
About The Legacy Hotel & Meeting Centre
The Legacy Hotel & Meeting Centre, owned by Cohen Companies and managed
by Interstate Hotels and Resorts, celebrated its grand opening in May as
the first boutique hotel in Montgomery County together with the launch of
the first-ever upscale Phillips Seafood Restaurant located on the premises.
The boutique hotel provides an array of travel-friendly amenities including
complimentary wireless internet access, a smoke-free environment, and a
9000 square foot, state-of-the-art Meeting Centre. For additional
information on The Legacy Hotel & Meeting Centre, visit
http://www.TheLegacyRockville.com or call (301) 881-2300.
About Clean Currents, LLC
Clean Currents is a licensed clean energy broker and aggregator in
Maryland and also operates in the District of Columbia, Chicago, Texas, and
other areas where there is a competitive electricity market. It was
established in 2005 to promote solutions to today's biggest environmental
challenges -- global warming and air pollution, and to assist businesses in
taking a greater responsibility for protecting the environment while
conducting their operations. Other Rockville area clients include Hudson
Trail Outfitters, Fitzgerald Auto Malls, MyerEmco AudioVideo, REI stores,
and MOM's (My Organic Market). For more information, visit
http://www.cleancurrents.com or call (301) 754-0430.
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