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Hilton Aims To Become First Certified Energy-Efficient Hotel

Posted by: Abhijeet Chavan
Thanks to: Julie Taraska
22 July 2005 - 10:00am

Boasting a raft of sustainable design elements, including a heat-reflecting roof, the Hilton Vancouver (WA) is hoping to become the first hotel to receive a LEED certification

"Designed by the Portland, Oregon firm of Fletcher Farr Ayotte, the Hilton Vancouver is 30% more energy-efficient than city code requires. Green measures include CO2 sensors that adjust the temperature in vacant meeting rooms and hallways, a heat-reflecting roof, painting and carpet made from low-emitting materials, a construction recycling rate of 75 percent, water-efficient landscaping, and operable windows."

Full Story: Hilton Aims to Become First LEED-Rated Hotel
Source: MetropolisMag.com, July 21, 2005
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