If you are a frequent traveler, then you have probably noticed that more and more hotels are going “green” and making a point to let their customers know about it. Green hotels are those that promote conservation of water, energy, and solid waste.

This requires a firm commitment from owners and managers and includes such steps as placing placards in rooms asking customers to re-use their sheets and towels. This alone can save 5% in water consumption used for laundry. While preparing for a recent ski trip in the Swiss ski resorts, I was looking for a green Switzerland hotel accommodation and was pleased to see that one of my favorite Swiss hotel chains, Sorellino Hotels, is a member of the Green Hotels Association.

It is no surprise that the Swiss would lead the way in conservation and sustainability. The Swiss have always been successful in balancing the needs of the environment with the ongoing human development. An example of this concept in action is the network of hydro electric damns which provide 60% of Switzerland’s power.

Before making your next Switzerland hotel reservations check the Green Hotels Association for a current list the as well as all international participants in the program. Every time we support a green hotel or other business, we are one step closer to achieving an environmentally sustainable world economy.

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