Marriott is proud that the Inn & Conference Center by Marriott, at the University of Maryland in the greater Washington, D.C. region, has been designated the first environmentally-friendly hotel and conference center in the U.S. by acquiring the U.S. Green Building Council's LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification. This certification is based on numerous criteria including water conservation and efficiency, materials and resources waste reduction, recycling, indoor environmental quality, and sustainable site planning.
The Inn & Conference Center blends environmentally responsible design with beauty. The hotel earned its designation by focusing on four key areas:
- Use of environment-friendly building materials:
Wood is certified as coming from a renewable source; wood stains are water-based and do not release hazardous vapors; paints and wallpaper glue are eco-friendly, as well. - Recycling:
Recycled materials were used in construction; energy recovery units were installed. - Water conservation:
Bathrooms offer guests an option for using either low or high water volumes; guests are encouraged to reuse bath towels and bed linens rather than receive new sets every day. - Smoke-free environment:
Like all Marriott hotels in the U.S. and Canada, the Inn & Conference Center is smoke-free.
Other notable features of The Inn & Conference Center at the University of Maryland include:
- Enhanced energy efficiency - 37% more efficient than comparable buildings
- Plants and grasses that require less water and energy usage to maintain landscaping
- 65% of construction materials were recycled
- Natural lighting was maximized
- Installation of a system that monitors air composition in each room, drawing in more fresh air from outside as needed
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