Sustainability Initiatives

• Variable Frequency Drive fans in our HVAC system for increased efficiency
• Natural Day-lighting used in our Atrium
• Lighting Level protocol set at 50% for move-in and 25% for cleaning and maintenance
• 300kw rooftop Solar Array (saved 282 metric tons of CO2 emissions since 2008)

• Replaced the grass along 14th Street with native and drought-resistant plants. As a result, 75% less water is used to maintain these areas.
• All toilets are low flow 1.6 gallons per flush
• All urinals are low flow 0.5 gallons per flush
• Cleaning supplies are bio-renewable
• Water Submeters to allow for accurate monitoring of use
• Permanent water bottle filling stations are installed at each water fountain to allow for easy use of refillable water bottles

• We have committed to less paper and printing and replaced with digital options where applicable.
• Together with our general contractor Freeman, we have consciously chosen signage materials that are recyclable including honeycomb, vinyl, 3M Clings, and fabric.

Engine’s OFF! anti-idling policy and enforcement:

• Parking Garage has 3 FREE parking spaces dedicated to Hybrid Vehicles
• Parking Garage has a parking spot dedicated to electric vehicles with an electric vehicle charger
• No Smoking Policy: The Colorado Convention Center prohibits smoking inside the building and anywhere within 25’ of doors or air intakes.
• All full-time convention center employees are provided a free ECO-Pass to encourage use of light rail and bus transportation.
• Centralized location in downtown Denver, within walking distance of 8000 hotel rooms and 300 restaurants.
• All vacuum cleaners are equipped with Heppa Filters and micro-fiber clothes are used by Housekeeping Department.

• Clearly labeled single stream recycling next to every landfill bin.
• Compost collection for all kitchen items, bathroom paper towels, and yard waste.
• Front of house compost collection available upon request.
• Water bottle fill stations located at each water fountain.
• All food and beverage service ware is compostable.
• All office paper is 100% post-consumer recycled content.
• All toilet and tissue paper are 30% post-consumer content.
• Environmental Preferable Purchasing policy with a focus on bulk packaging.

• A newly established expansive urban garden has been set up.
• This urban garden offers a generous 5,000 square feet of space dedicated to cultivation.
• It houses an array of fresh produce, including fruits, vegetables, herbs, and two beehives.
• The primary objective is to cultivate local produce and flavors, fostering job opportunities and ensuring convenient access to affordable, nutritious food.
• It is anticipated to yield 1,800 pounds of fruits and vegetables in its inaugural year, with plans for continual expansion in subsequent years.