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A la carte options allow meeting planners to tailor environmentally conscious events based on the needs and goals of their group
(BOULDER, CO.)"Groups wishing to minimize the impact of their meeting or special event on the environment can look to St Julien Hotel & Spa, who is offering a new Green Event Planning Menu. Recently awarded Eco-Cycles Zero Waste Community & Business Awards 2008 in the large corporation category, St Julien adapted several of their property-wide environmental initiatives to create an a la carte menu of environmentally friendly event and catering options. From crafting sustainable menus utilizing locally grown and organic food to offsetting carbon emissions through the purchase of Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs or green tags), St Julien works closely with meeting planners to select the programs that best suit the budget and environmental goals of the event.
We can help groups make simple changes, such as arranging paperless check-in and check-out and using refillable water jugs instead of individual water bottles, or help groups design a Zero Carbon Footprint event through the purchase of Renewable Energy Certificates, notes Rick Hodges of UHG Consulting, St Julien Hotel & Spas Environmental Consultant. Recognizing that no two groups, meetings, or events are the same, St Julien developed the Green Event Planning Menu so that any group wishing to reduce their impact on the environment would have options available to them.
Highlights of St Juliens new Green Event Meeting Menu include:
Zero Waste Services
*Carbon emissions can be offset through the purchase of Renewable Energy Certificates
*Electronic paperless check-in/check-out is available
*Refillable water jugs are available instead of individual water bottles in meeting rooms
*Clearly labeled waste sorting stations/bins are available in meeting rooms
*Leftover conference supplies, such as paper and pens, can be donated to local non-profits
*Organic waste from the event can be composted
Food & Beverage Options
*Local and in-season regional cuisine is available utilizing local farmers market produce
*Sustainable seafood choices and vegetarian options are available
*China and cutlery are available instead of disposable, plastic items
*Organic beverages (such as wine, tea & soda) are available
**Please note that some of these options are subject to availability and restrictions
Event Customization
*Complimentary parking can be offered to overnight guests arriving in hybrid/low impact vehicles
*Eco-friendly tours and projects are available to meeting attendees
*Attendees can receive a welcome message explaining the concept of green meetings, including the action steps taken to green their meeting
In addition to the new Green Event Planning Menu, St Julien offers recycling and composting throughout the hotel, water-conserving fixtures in all guest rooms, energy efficient lighting, programmable thermostats, energy efficient HVAC system, and eco-conscious hotel cleaning products are used throughout the property. St Julien also donates partially used amenities, linens, and towels to local shelters and charities and is now utilizing low volatile organic compound (VOC) materials in guest rooms including paint, carpeting, and wall coverings.
St Julien Hotel & Spa, a distinguished member of Preferred Hotels and Resorts, offers guests a combination of world-class accommodations and service melded with Boulders relaxed yet sophisticated style of hospitality. The hotel features 201 guest rooms, the 10,000-square-foot Spa at St Julien and fitness facility, and over 16,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting and event space"all with beautiful views of the Flatiron Mountain. St Julien is also home to Jills Restaurant, boasting the best in Colorado fresh fare, the contemporary T-Zero lounge, and Saturday Afternoon Tea, the hotels fresh take on this classic tradition. Located just 45 minutes northwest of Denver, Boulder is consistently ranked as one of the most livable cities in the country. Boulder is famed for its natural beauty, welcoming atmosphere, hip, urban culture, its proximity to the Rocky Mountains, and over 300 days of sunshine a year. For more information about St Julien Hotel & Spa, please call 720.406.9696 or visit www.stjulien.com.
FROM: WAGSTAFF WORLDWIDE
Ty Bentsen/Mait Conway
323.871.1151
tyb@wagstaffworldwide.com
maite@wagstaffworldwide.com
