Monday, October 13, 2008

Boynton Beach Holiday Inn Awarded Green Certification




Holiday Inn Boynton Beach was recognized by the Green Lodging Association for it's environmentally friendly enhancements. The Florida Green Lodging Program was established in 2004 by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) with the intent of recognizing and rewarding environmentally conscientious lodging facilities in the state. The lodging industry is one of Florida’s largest commercial sectors. According to research conducted by VISIT FLORIDA®, over 80 million people visit Florida annually with about 50 percent of those staying in a hotel, motel or bed & breakfast. With this many visitors, the lodging industry can have a significant and positive impact on Florida’s natural resources.

The One Palm Designation provided by the DEP is based on enhancements to a facility that includes water and electricity conservation systems, coordinated recycling program, enhanced preventative maintenance, monitored by a on-site volunteer Green Team. In February 2008 the Boynton Beach City Commission adopted Resolution R08-025 establishing a Green Task Force to guide innovative environmental projects within Boynton Beach.

Boynton Beach Holiday Inn
1601 North Congress Avenue
Boynton Beach, FL 33426
(561) 737-4600