Accor U.S. adopts “made in Canada” Green Key

DALLAS, TX, HORSHAM, PA, OTTAWA–Canada’s Green Key program has gone international, with the latest development a decision by Accor North America to pilot the Green Key Eco-Rating Program within its portfolio in the United States in 2010.

The Accor North America pilot will involve 20 properties, including representatives from the Motel 6, Sofitel and Studio 6 brands. In the course of the pilot, ANA corporate leadership will evaluate the program and decide whether to move forward with a larger rollout throughout the United States.

“Accor is widely recognized within the global hospitality industry as being a leader in sustainability initiatives,” he added in a release. “We are confident that Green Key will become an important part of Accor North America’s efforts to protect and preserve the environment.”

Irwin Prince has ties to both Accor and the HAC, since his company, Realstar Hospitality, franchises Motel 6 and Studio 6 in Canada, and he chaired the HAC for two years.

“Realstar has been a supporter and advocate of the Hotel Association of Canada’s Green Key initiative from the outset,” said Prince.
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