Greening the Governors' Global Climate Summit

The planning team for the Governors’ Global Climate Summit2 has made a commitment to sustainability for the event. We take into consideration many areas of conference planning and have implemented goals and initiatives to create a more sustainable event. A few of our initiatives are listed below: Cutting Back on Paper Waste Use 100% post consumer recycled paper and paper products only Distribute electronic event invitations and registration process Use less paper in the planning process Provide recycling containers and sort all waste for recycling and/or reuse Use non-disposable catering plates, cups and glasses Use cloth napkins or reusable coasters when possible Use screens to replace traditional signage Provide Summit materials on USB drive instead of paper Shrink the event program and print on non-toxic, post-consumer, recycled paper Sustainable Food Practices Collect leftover table scraps, food trimming and other compostables for recycling Use predominantly locally-grown, organic food and beverages when possible Serve condiments in bulk containers to eliminate waste and packaging Provide leftover food to local non-profit organization when possible Use shade-grown coffee only Greening Guest Rooms No automatic replacements of consumable amenities Instruct staff to shut blinds, turn off lights and turn down heat/air conditioning When possible, use non-toxic, biodegradable cleaning products Promote towel and sheet reuse program Clean and Efficient Energy Use Purchase renewable energy from local utility to power the Summit Promote energy efficiency policies throughout the event Energy efficient LED lighting will be used whenever possible Environmental Performance Accountability Sustainability language is written into the venue contract Hotel will support green features and meet sustainability goals and has made the unprecedented commitment to compensation concessions for missed goals Reduce Hazardous Materials Absolutely no polystyrene will be used Source pens, bags or other event items with non-toxic, recycled content Use cleaning products that do not introduce toxins into the air and water Other Green Features The carbon from delegate travel will be offset Event will be webcast to promote virtual Summit attendees to cut down on travel Summit exhibitors must comply with numerous green initiatives