Being environmentally friendly is more important than ever with 83% of organizations taking sustainability into account when planning gatherings according to the 2022 Global Meetings and Events Forecast produced by American Express Meetings & Events. One of Colorado’s major meetings and events properties, Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Aurora, is doing its part and recently achieved ENERGY STAR certification.
ENERGY STAR-certified buildings and plants perform in the top 25 percent of buildings nationwide, and Gaylord Rockies was verified in the top 5% based on weather-normalized source energy use that considers occupancy, hours of operation and other key metrics. On average, buildings and plants earning the ENERGY STAR recognition use 35 percent less energy, cause 35 percent fewer greenhouse gas emissions, and are less expensive to operate than their peers without sacrificing performance or comfort.
Since visiting Gaylord Rockies while it was under construction and soon after it opened in 2018, it has been clear that the property is tuned into sustainability. General Manager Suzy Hart says, “Saving energy is just one of the ways we show our community we care, and that we’re committed to doing our part to protect the environment and public health, both today and for future generations.”
