Wyndham Honored for Dedication to Environmental Preservation
One of the World's Largest Hospitality Companies Recognized as 'Green Pioneer' by ConEdison Solution
APRIL 27, 2009 - Wyndham Worldwide (NYSE:WYN), one of the world's largest hospitality companies, was recognized yesterday as a 'Green Pioneer' by ConEdison Solutions at a public event at Chelsea Piers.
Honored along with several other businesses, institutions and households in the New York City area, Wyndham Worldwide was recognized for its commitment to environmental preservation and for using electricity provided by Green Power.
WyndhamGreen by Wyndham Worldwide, the Company's recently launched sustainability program, is seizing the opportunity to manage energy consumption as a part of the Company's overall green strategy across its businesses and brands, which together encompass nearly 70,000 properties in 100 countries. Due to its numerous brands, properties and distribution points, WyndhamGreen is expected to have a large impact on the Company's overall carbon footprint.