Sustainability is at the forefront of our resort's initiatives, and it's crucial for us to take the necessary steps towards preserving our surroundings for the enjoyment of future guests. From our Food & Beverage team to our Concierge & Front Desk teams, sustainable practices prevail throughout our values. To learn more about our initiatives, check out the post below from our partner, SITE Mountain West! We are thrilled to partner with SITE Mountain West as they host their Discover Vail Summit for hospitality industry leaders to discuss incentive programs and sustainability initiatives as they experience the wonder of Vail Valley.
🏔 Design for Environment 🏔 Check out what our partners at Grand Hyatt Vail are doing around Sustainability! We're so thrilled to be working alongside them as our focus on sustainability continues for our upcoming SITE Mountain West Discover Vail Summit. We'll see you there! 🌿Environmental Programs · Electric vehicle (EV) charging stations available · Vegan and vegetarian menu items · Linens and towels replaced every fourth day, unless requested otherwise 🌿Energy, Carbon, and Water Reduction · Energy-saving guest room controls · Water conservation measures · Water-efficient landscaping · Complimentary group shuttle transportation to reduce carbon emissions 🌿Waste Reduction · Implementation of water bottle refilling stations resort-wide to eliminate plastic bottle waste · Recycling and composting programs to meet Hyatt’s 2030 food waste reduction goal 🌿Sustainable Food and Beverage · Focus on local, sustainable food procurement · Responsibly sourced seafood and cage-free eggs · Food waste reduction practices implemented across all outlets · In-house sourcing of produce from hydroponic resources, coming Fall 2024 · Hyatt philosophy of ‘Food. Thoughtfully Sourced. Carefully Served.’ to offer healthy and well-balanced choices for guests and the planet alike. 🌿Community Engagement · Local & educational experiences arranged by Concierge · Annual highway cleanup on I-70 · Annual Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion events sponsored by Hyatt · Partnerships with local companies such as Eagle River Outfitter for guest-focused activities · Sponsorship of local events and vendors such as GoPro Mountain Games, Vail Live Music Series, and Gerald Ford Amphitheater 🌿Purchasing Practices · Use of eco-certified cleaning products · Spa features local artisanal products · Exclusive use of Colorado-sourced food & beverage products 🌿Low Impact Meetings and Events · Commitment to utilizing energy efficient lighting and HVAC systems to offer comfortable and sustainable spaces for guests · Focus on carbon reduction, local and sustainable sourcing, waste avoidance, and social responsibility · Work closely with all groups on sustainability practices to ensure a successful event and minimal environmental impact · Use of consistent Breakfast of the Day and Lunch of the Day options for groups to improve food ordering practices and eliminate waste due to overproduction 🌿 Food and Beverage Sustainability Efforts: · Seasonal menus based on accessible regional sources and due to high volume demands, including exclusive vendors from Colorado · Colorado-based resources include: Lombardi Brothers Meats, River Bear American Meats, Elevation Charcuterie and Meats, Seattle Fish Company, Colorado Catch, Aspen Baking Company, Harvest Moon Baking Company, Pappardelle’s Pasta, Queso Campesino, Cheese Importers, Peak Microgreens & Mushrooms, Freshpoint Produce. Kristy Slack #SITEMWDiscoverVail #vailcolorado #sitemountainwest #beinsite #siteglobal