Partnership Established to Improved Green Practices at Florida Hotels

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection is partnering with The Leak Doctor, Inc. to help Florida’s lodging industry reduce impacts on the state’s environment. The partnership is the latest component of DEP’s Green Lodging initiative, which encourages hotels and motels to adopt cost-saving ‘green’ practices that conserve energy, reduce water consumption, protect air quality and reduce waste.

The Leak Doctor is a consulting firm that specializes in water management that reduces water usage and lowers monthly expenses.

Launched in March 2004, the Florida Green Lodging program establishes environmental guidelines for hotels and motels to conserve natural resources and prevent pollution. As reward for designation, Florida is recommending Green Lodges to companies, trade organizations and local governments seeking eco-friendly lodging and convention facilities.