Clarions Suites Gateway, Environmental Policy, Caring about our environment

Clarion Suites Gateway Hotel is committed to sustainable development and environmental conservation. As a leading 4.5 star hotel in the Melbourne CBD, we understand the environmental issues facing Melbourne such as water scarcity, climate change, surging energy prices and increasing resource consumption. We recognize that hotels have a large impact on the environment and understand our responsibility to our guests and the environment to provide quality service whilst protecting the environment.   As such, we aim to:

1. Comply with relevant environmental legislation and codes of practice in Melbourne
2. Recognize the environmental impacts associated with the hotel operations
3. Conserve natural resources by initiating better management of energy and water usage and waste production
4. Provide training and encourage our employees to work in an environmentally responsible manner
5. Engage with our guests and stakeholders on our environmental initiatives
6. Measure our environmental performance on a regular basis and continue to improve our environmental standards

This policy statement will be reviewed annually to ensure it remains relevant to the activities of the hotel and may be updated if required.

Environmental Initiatives

In delivering our commitment to environmental excellence, we have implemented the following initiatives:

Energy

1. Energy saving light bulbs in all guest rooms

Water

1. Flow restrictors on all taps
2. Water-saving showerheads
3. Dual-flush toilets throughout the hotel
4. Linen & Towel no change option available

Waste

1. Recycling of  Paper, Cardboard, Glass and Plastic