Waterford Hotel Group's Hotels Get Connecticut Green Lodging Certification

Connecticut Hotels Adopt Environmentally Friendly Practices

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. May 12, 2011

WATERFORD, CT - May 11, 2011) - Waterford Hotel Group, a national hotel management firm, takes a step forward in protecting the future. All 14 hotels operated by Waterford Hotel Group in Connecticut have recently joined the roster of an exclusive group of Connecticut hotels that have been officially designated as Connecticut Green Lodging Certified. Waterford's Connecticut properties include: Marriott Hartford Downtown; Hilton Hartford; Residence Inn by Marriott, Hartford; Sheraton Hotel at Bradley Airport; Mystic Marriott Hotel & Spa, Groton; Residence Inn by Marriott, Mystic; Comfort Inn, Mystic; SpringHill Suites by Marriott, Waterford; Courtyard by Marriott, Norwich; Four Points by Sheraton, Norwalk; Residence Inn by Marriott, Danbury; Residence Inn by Marriott, Southington; Holiday Inn Express, Southington; and Courtyard by Marriott, Cromwell.

As part of an 18 month long process, the Waterford-managed hotels implemented practices to reduce environmental impacts, create a healthier work environment, and identify cost saving opportunities. These practices include introducing environmentally-friendly chemicals, a guest elective towel and linen program, energy management programs, among many other initiatives. “We recognize the importance that businesses have in adopting environmentally friendly practices. It is the responsible thing for us to do, not only for our hotel guests but also for our local communities,” commented Farouk Rajab, regional hotel director of Waterford Hotel Group. “Our team of associates is proud to have taken this important step in protecting our greatest resources for future generations,” added Rajab.

Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Daniel C. Esty said, “As a growing numbers of consumers, including families and conference planners, want to know if the hotel where they plan to stay is 'green', the demand for the CT Green Lodging certification continues to rise. Consumers expect the same environmental awareness when they travel as they have initiated in their own homes. Whether the hotel implements energy efficiency methods, water conservation strategies, provides renewable energy or have switched to less toxic cleaners, consumers feel confident knowing their hotel meets the criteria as a Green Lodging Certified Hotel.”

About the Connecticut Green Lodging Certification

Connecticut Green Lodging is a joint effort of the Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and the Connecticut Commission on Culture & Tourism. The certification program began in May, 2009, after environmentally progressive hotel owners contacted the Connecticut DEP and legislators requesting that Connecticut offer certification to state lodging facilities. The lodging facilities participating in the program are redoing operations and gaining a marketing edge through energy savings, water conservation, green cleaning and other environmentally sound practices.

About Waterford Hotel Group

Waterford Hotel Group, Inc., with headquarters in Waterford, CT, currently manages 27 properties in nine states, representing more than 3,600 rooms. Waterford Hotel Group has experience operating virtually every type of hotel property, including limited services properties, all-suite hotels, conference centers, and large full service and resort properties. The company's approach to hotel development and operations is hands-on, and features frequent site visits and constant communication with customers and partners. Additionally, Waterford Hotel Group offers centralized accounting, financial reporting, strategic marketing, human resources, and day-to-day operations management systems to increase market share and profitability at all properties. For more information, visit the company's website at www.waterfordhotelgroup.com.