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Environmental Stewardship at ARAMARK Parks and Destinations
ARAMARK Parks and Destinations has the privilege to operate in some of North America’s most treasured places. From National Parks,
National Forests and State Parks, we welcome and encourage you to get outside, explore and discover something new these special places
have to offer. Whether it be seeing a new species of wildlife, taking a walk and listening to the sounds of nature, or seeking deeper meaning
by understanding the fragile relationships between us and nature, our nation’s parks can teach us much about the world around us.
ARAMARK Parks and Destinations recognize that our nation’s parks have been set aside to preserve and protect key elements of our local
and national heritage. From whole ecosystems such as Denali National Park and Preserve in Alaska, to the archeological sites that preserve
glimpses of the Ancestral Pueblo people at Mesa Verde National Park in Colorado or the stunning vistas of fall foliage at Shenandoah National
Park in Virginia, we also recognize we have a responsibility to operate in an environmentally sensitive and more sustainable manner.
As a framework, our environmental stewardship program, Green Thread™, provides a means to assess, improve and measure our environmental
performance in each area we operate.
At the core of Green Thread™ is our Environmental Management System, or EMS. At all of our Parks and Destinations locations the EMS
conforms to, or is certified to, the rigorous ISO 14001 standard for environmental performance. As a process, we assess our business activities
and determine any associated environmental impacts. For those impacts that are determined to be significant, objectives are established
to improve performance. We then monitor and measure our progress, and report our results. In 2009, programs and projects implemented at
various sites helped us to achieve the following, as compared to 2008:
1. A reduction in electricity use of 5,242,040 kilowatt Hours, or a decrease of 16%
2. A reduction in water use of more than 12 million gallons, or a decrease of nearly 5%
3. A decrease of landfill trash of nearly 670,000 pounds, or a decrease of 19%
4. An increase in recycling of nearly 1.4 million pounds, or an increase of nearly 7%
5. An increase in diverting nearly 13% of total waste from local landfills, because of the results achieved in items 3 and 4 above.
While our environmental programs have made significant strides to lower resource use, we are also looking at our overall supply chain with
an emphasis on sustainable food, service ware and paper product choices. As an example, we have been partners with the Monterey Bay
Aquarium’s Seafood Watch Program since 2007, and in 2009 nearly 60% of all fish and seafood purchased met the standards for Best and
Good Alternative choices. And that is what Green Thread™ is really all about… Providing our customers better, more sustainable choices
and providing our operations better, more sustainable solutions.
While these results demonstrate our unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship and improved performance, we recognize
environmental sustainability is not a destination, but an ongoing journey. While we’ve taken many important steps toward reducing our
footprint, our ongoing efforts ensure even greater success in the future.
Making a Difference at Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort
Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort has a long history of being in harmony with the environment. Many of the efforts you will see here at the
Lodge are driven by what we have determined to be significant environmental aspects.
Water
Water is a very scarce resource globally. To date, the programs that have been put into place to lower our water usage include:
• Low-flow toilets • Low-flow shower heads (1.5gpm)
• Aerators on all water faucets
• Waterless urinals where feasible
• Towel reuse program
• Water conservation education in all rooms
Do your part...
• Take a short shower - a five-minute shower uses less than 10 gallons of water. If you need more time, turn off the shower
while you deep condition your hair or shave.
• Take a shower rather than a bath - it uses much less water. If you prefer a bath, don’t fill the tub.
• Turn off the faucet while you brush your teeth or wash your face instead of letting water just run down the drain.
• Fill the basin with water while shaving rather than letting the faucet run and you’ll save up to 5 gallons of water.
• Please inform us right away should you experience any leaking faucets or toilets. A leaky toilet can waste up
to 5000 gallons of water over the course of a year.
Construction and Purchasing
. We use Enviroshake® roofing.
. Our picninc tables and exterior trash cans are made from recycled plastic.
. Decks are constructed from eco-friendly Trex, a product that is made from recycled shopping bags, sawdust, and reclaimed wood
and pallets. We use dispensing units for soap instead of little bottle amenities, minimizing our landfill footprint.
. We offer in our gift shop shirts and other gift items made from recycled materials or from sustainable resources - our recycled travel
mugs and our bamboo t-shirts, for example.
Waste
Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort has an aggressive goal to divert 90% of all waste by the year 2015. We already have a recycling program in
place to divert all paper products, plastic, glass, metal and E-waste. Additionally, all food waste is diverted to a compost facility.
You can do your part by using the recycling bins that are in your room or placed throughout the property. The recycling program on the
Olympic Peninsula is classed as “co-mingled,” which means that you don’t have to sort it. All recyclables can go into a single bin. Please
do make sure that any food containers are cleaned of all food scraps before placing them in the recycling bin.
Food
Food is a large part of the experience here at the Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort. To that end, we participate in several programs and have a
goal of continued improvement for food quality by:
• Participating in the Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch Program.
• Creating seasonal menus that use produce specific to Washington and the growing seasons to take advantage of what is
available locally.
• Purchasing produce from local sources within 150 miles of Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort.
• Acquiring all coffee products from Fair Trade and Shade Grown sources.
• Purchasing natural meats that are organic or local whenever possible.
• Using only foods that contain no trans fats.
Energy Consumption
In the same way you strive to save electricity and gas use at home, Sol Duc Hot Springs also has many energy saving programs in place:
• All light bulbs are compact fluorescent where possible and a transition is being made to LED lights for even
better energy efficiency.
• Where feasible, automatic light switches are in place.
• As appliances fail, new appliances are being replaced with ENERGY STAR® - rated products
• Many of our service vehicles are electric, and all new vehicles purchased will continue to meet this standard. When electric
is not feasible, we will strive to source hybrid or alternative-fuel vehicles.
Grounds
Depending on the time of year, walking around the resort area can vary significantly. Come in March and the fresh green shoots are pushing
through, providing an abundance of food for local wildlife. Come in early May, June, or July and the wildflower season is in full bloom.
The natural ecologies of the Sol Duc Valley are allowed to thrive as they will and are assisted through the continued efforts of
Olympic National Park and Sol Duc Resort staff.
Purchasing
Every aspect of what we do here at the Sol Duc Springs Resort can impact the environment in one way or another, including how and what
we purchase. Where it is feasible to do so, we purchase products made in the USA, and favor vendors who have sustainable packaging and
products with recycled content. Several examples of this include:
• Paper - All paper purchased that is used on property is a minimum of 30% post-consumer waste, and most of
it is 100% recycled paper.
• Furniture and renovations - As we upgrade furniture and renovate the guest rooms, we look for products that are sustainable
in their manufacturing process and environmentally friendly.
This includes items such as:
• Carpet - All replaced carpet has recycled content and will be recycled at the end of its life cycle
• Paints used are all low VOC (volatile organic compound) and water based
• Dyes used in fabric, carpet or wall coverings will be vegetable-based when possible
• Materials being discarded during the renovation process will be recycled or reused whenever possible
• Vehicles - All gas vehicles will be replaced with electric or hybrid-fuel vehicles
• Printed materials such as brochures, maps and in-room messaging is all printed using recycled-content paper and with
plant-based or soy-based inks
• Purchasing products from local sources within 150 miles of the Sol Duc Springs Resort
ARAMARK Parks and Destinations has the privilege to operate in some of North America’s most treasured places. From National Parks,
National Forests and State Parks, we welcome and encourage you to get outside, explore and discover something new these special places
have to offer. Whether it be seeing a new species of wildlife, taking a walk and listening to the sounds of nature, or seeking deeper meaning
by understanding the fragile relationships between us and nature, our nation’s parks can teach us much about the world around us.
ARAMARK Parks and Destinations recognize that our nation’s parks have been set aside to preserve and protect key elements of our local
and national heritage. From whole ecosystems such as Denali National Park and Preserve in Alaska, to the archeological sites that preserve
glimpses of the Ancestral Pueblo people at Mesa Verde National Park in Colorado or the stunning vistas of fall foliage at Shenandoah National
Park in Virginia, we also recognize we have a responsibility to operate in an environmentally sensitive and more sustainable manner.
As a framework, our environmental stewardship program, Green Thread™, provides a means to assess, improve and measure our environmental
performance in each area we operate.
At the core of Green Thread™ is our Environmental Management System, or EMS. At all of our Parks and Destinations locations the EMS
conforms to, or is certified to, the rigorous ISO 14001 standard for environmental performance. As a process, we assess our business activities
and determine any associated environmental impacts. For those impacts that are determined to be significant, objectives are established
to improve performance. We then monitor and measure our progress, and report our results. In 2009, programs and projects implemented at
various sites helped us to achieve the following, as compared to 2008:
1. A reduction in electricity use of 5,242,040 kilowatt Hours, or a decrease of 16%
2. A reduction in water use of more than 12 million gallons, or a decrease of nearly 5%
3. A decrease of landfill trash of nearly 670,000 pounds, or a decrease of 19%
4. An increase in recycling of nearly 1.4 million pounds, or an increase of nearly 7%
5. An increase in diverting nearly 13% of total waste from local landfills, because of the results achieved in items 3 and 4 above.
While our environmental programs have made significant strides to lower resource use, we are also looking at our overall supply chain with
an emphasis on sustainable food, service ware and paper product choices. As an example, we have been partners with the Monterey Bay
Aquarium’s Seafood Watch Program since 2007, and in 2009 nearly 60% of all fish and seafood purchased met the standards for Best and
Good Alternative choices. And that is what Green Thread™ is really all about… Providing our customers better, more sustainable choices
and providing our operations better, more sustainable solutions.
While these results demonstrate our unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship and improved performance, we recognize
environmental sustainability is not a destination, but an ongoing journey. While we’ve taken many important steps toward reducing our
footprint, our ongoing efforts ensure even greater success in the future.
Making a Difference at Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort
Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort has a long history of being in harmony with the environment. Many of the efforts you will see here at the
Lodge are driven by what we have determined to be significant environmental aspects.
Water
Water is a very scarce resource globally. To date, the programs that have been put into place to lower our water usage include:
• Low-flow toilets • Low-flow shower heads (1.5gpm)
• Aerators on all water faucets
• Waterless urinals where feasible
• Towel reuse program
• Water conservation education in all rooms
Do your part...
• Take a short shower - a five-minute shower uses less than 10 gallons of water. If you need more time, turn off the shower
while you deep condition your hair or shave.
• Take a shower rather than a bath - it uses much less water. If you prefer a bath, don’t fill the tub.
• Turn off the faucet while you brush your teeth or wash your face instead of letting water just run down the drain.
• Fill the basin with water while shaving rather than letting the faucet run and you’ll save up to 5 gallons of water.
• Please inform us right away should you experience any leaking faucets or toilets. A leaky toilet can waste up
to 5000 gallons of water over the course of a year.
Construction and Purchasing
. We use Enviroshake® roofing.
. Our picninc tables and exterior trash cans are made from recycled plastic.
. Decks are constructed from eco-friendly Trex, a product that is made from recycled shopping bags, sawdust, and reclaimed wood
and pallets. We use dispensing units for soap instead of little bottle amenities, minimizing our landfill footprint.
. We offer in our gift shop shirts and other gift items made from recycled materials or from sustainable resources - our recycled travel
mugs and our bamboo t-shirts, for example.
Waste
Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort has an aggressive goal to divert 90% of all waste by the year 2015. We already have a recycling program in
place to divert all paper products, plastic, glass, metal and E-waste. Additionally, all food waste is diverted to a compost facility.
You can do your part by using the recycling bins that are in your room or placed throughout the property. The recycling program on the
Olympic Peninsula is classed as “co-mingled,” which means that you don’t have to sort it. All recyclables can go into a single bin. Please
do make sure that any food containers are cleaned of all food scraps before placing them in the recycling bin.
Food
Food is a large part of the experience here at the Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort. To that end, we participate in several programs and have a
goal of continued improvement for food quality by:
• Participating in the Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch Program.
• Creating seasonal menus that use produce specific to Washington and the growing seasons to take advantage of what is
available locally.
• Purchasing produce from local sources within 150 miles of Sol Duc Hot Springs Resort.
• Acquiring all coffee products from Fair Trade and Shade Grown sources.
• Purchasing natural meats that are organic or local whenever possible.
• Using only foods that contain no trans fats.
Energy Consumption
In the same way you strive to save electricity and gas use at home, Sol Duc Hot Springs also has many energy saving programs in place:
• All light bulbs are compact fluorescent where possible and a transition is being made to LED lights for even
better energy efficiency.
• Where feasible, automatic light switches are in place.
• As appliances fail, new appliances are being replaced with ENERGY STAR® - rated products
• Many of our service vehicles are electric, and all new vehicles purchased will continue to meet this standard. When electric
is not feasible, we will strive to source hybrid or alternative-fuel vehicles.
Grounds
Depending on the time of year, walking around the resort area can vary significantly. Come in March and the fresh green shoots are pushing
through, providing an abundance of food for local wildlife. Come in early May, June, or July and the wildflower season is in full bloom.
The natural ecologies of the Sol Duc Valley are allowed to thrive as they will and are assisted through the continued efforts of
Olympic National Park and Sol Duc Resort staff.
Purchasing
Every aspect of what we do here at the Sol Duc Springs Resort can impact the environment in one way or another, including how and what
we purchase. Where it is feasible to do so, we purchase products made in the USA, and favor vendors who have sustainable packaging and
products with recycled content. Several examples of this include:
• Paper - All paper purchased that is used on property is a minimum of 30% post-consumer waste, and most of
it is 100% recycled paper.
• Furniture and renovations - As we upgrade furniture and renovate the guest rooms, we look for products that are sustainable
in their manufacturing process and environmentally friendly.
This includes items such as:
• Carpet - All replaced carpet has recycled content and will be recycled at the end of its life cycle
• Paints used are all low VOC (volatile organic compound) and water based
• Dyes used in fabric, carpet or wall coverings will be vegetable-based when possible
• Materials being discarded during the renovation process will be recycled or reused whenever possible
• Vehicles - All gas vehicles will be replaced with electric or hybrid-fuel vehicles
• Printed materials such as brochures, maps and in-room messaging is all printed using recycled-content paper and with
plant-based or soy-based inks
• Purchasing products from local sources within 150 miles of the Sol Duc Springs Resort
