California Green Lodging Program

Treasury Americas, Tablas Creek Vineyard, Cakebread Cellars and Niner Wine Estates Named 2023 Green Medal Sustainable Winegrowing Winners

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Thursday, March 23, 2023

“It’s a pleasure to recognize the California wine community’s cutting-edge leaders in sustainability through the California Green Medal Awards,” said Allison Jordan, California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance’s (CSWA) Executive Director.

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  • “It’s a pleasure to recognize the California wine community’s cutting-edge leaders in sustainability through the California Green Medal Awards,” said Allison Jordan, California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance’s (CSWA) Executive Director.
  • Tablas Creek Vineyard is the recipient of the 2023 California Green Medal Environment Award for its proven commitment to environmental stewardship.
  • For its exemplary community leadership, Cakebread Cellars is the recipient of the 2023 California Green Medal Community Award.
  • Demonstrating the importance of sustainability in passing on a vibrant business to future generations, Niner Wine Estates is the recipient of the 2023 California Green Medal Business Award.

JEFF O'NEILL WINS 'PERSON OF THE YEAR' 2022 WINE STAR AWARD FROM WINE ENTHUSIAST

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Wednesday, September 28, 2022

LARKSPUR, Calif., Sept. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jeff O'Neill , Founder & CEO, O'Neill Vintners & Distillers, has been awarded the prestigious 2022 Person of the Year Wine Star Award by Wine Enthusiast magazine.

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  • LARKSPUR, Calif., Sept. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jeff O'Neill , Founder & CEO, O'Neill Vintners & Distillers, has been awarded the prestigious 2022 Person of the Year Wine Star Award by Wine Enthusiast magazine.
  • Jeff O'Neill, a forward-thinking leader with 40 years in the wine and spirits business, wins prestigious industry honor.
  • It's for this achievement, and many more, that Wine Enthusiast is honored to name Jeff O'Neill as the 2022 Wine Star Award winner Person of the Year."
  • O'Neill received the Green Medal Leader Award in 2021 by the Wine Institute and achieved B Corp Certification in 2022.

MindClick CEO, JoAnna Abrams, to Speak at The Lodging Conference, World’s Premier Hotel and Hospitality Event

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Tuesday, September 20, 2022

The four-day event brings together the industrys most influential owners, operators, presidents, CEOs, investors, and dealmakers to strategize about development, finance, franchising, management, construction, design, operations and sustainability.

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  • The four-day event brings together the industrys most influential owners, operators, presidents, CEOs, investors, and dealmakers to strategize about development, finance, franchising, management, construction, design, operations and sustainability.
  • The companys innovative solution advances supply chain engagement and performance improvement in Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) initiatives, while reducing risk and optimizing business performance.
  • The products that a hotel chooses during new construction or renovation are primary contributors to net zero carbon emissions, waste reduction and healthy interiors, said Abrams.
  • Design and construction teams are empowered to create beautiful interiors that support hotel profits, as well as peoples health and the environment.

Pink Shell Achieves "4 Palm" Designation From the Florida Department of Environment Protection

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Monday, September 19, 2022

FORT MYERS BEACH, Fla., Sept. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Pink Shell Beach Resort & Marina is honored to announce that they have achieved the coveted "4 Palm" designation from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection Green Lodging Program, the highest level of recognition.

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  • The Pink Shell Beach Resort & Marina is honored to announce that they have achieved the coveted "4 Palm" designation from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection Green Lodging Program, the highest level of recognition.
  • FORT MYERS BEACH, Fla., Sept. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Pink Shell Beach Resort & Marina is honored to announce that they have achieved the coveted "4 Palm" designation from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection Green Lodging Program, the highest level of recognition.
  • The Florida Green Lodging Program designates and recognizes lodging facilities that voluntarily commit to conserving and protecting Florida's natural resources.
  • The Pink Shell first entered the Green Lodging Program in 2008 as a "1 Palm" resort and was the first resort in Southwest Florida to achieve this designation.

WaterIQ Technologies™ and Audubon International Announce New Water Sustainability Partnership

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Tuesday, August 9, 2022

WaterIQ Technologies , the leader in next-generation ultrasonic solutions to combat harmful algae and biofilm without the use of chemicals, is proud to announce its partnership with Audubon International.

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  • WaterIQ Technologies , the leader in next-generation ultrasonic solutions to combat harmful algae and biofilm without the use of chemicals, is proud to announce its partnership with Audubon International.
  • Audubon International is a leading environmental sustainability organization committed to educating, empowering, and energizing its members to better manage land, water, wildlife, and other natural resources.
  • WaterIQ Technologies solutions control algae and biofilm and help restore water ecosystems to their natural states through industry-leading ultrasonic technology.
  • WaterIQs solutions are a model for water sustainability, and they are a natural partner for Audubon International and our member facilities, said Christine Kane, Chief Executive Officer of Audubon International.

Kind Traveler & Fort Myers - Islands, Beaches and Neighborhoods Empower Travelers to Support Wildlife Conservation

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Tuesday, April 12, 2022

FORT MYERS, Fla., April 12, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Fort Myers - Islands, Beaches and Neighborhoods, in partnership with Kind Traveler, launch an impact travel initiative focused on making charitable donations to CROW Clinic on Sanibel Island.

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  • With Kind Traveler's Give + Get platform, travelers can now access exclusive rates and perks with curated Kind Hotels in Fort Myers - Islands, Beaches and Neighborhoods, upon a minimum of a $10 donation to Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW) on Kind Traveler.
  • Sustainable Fort Myers - Islands, Beaches and Neighborhoods
    Limited beach development and conservation has preserved the beauty of Fort Myers - Islands, Beaches and Neighborhoods that draw nearly 5 million visitors annually.
  • We invite the travel community to explore the new offerings on Kind Traveler that support sustainable hotels in Fort Myers - Islands, Beaches and Neighborhoods, while also giving back to CROW Clinic," shares CEO of Kind Traveler, Jessica Blotter.
  • For more information on how travelers can #TravelKindly to Fort Myers - Islands, Beaches and Neighborhoods, visit https://www.kindtraveler.com/content/kind-destination-fort-myers-sanibel

Pink Shell Achieves "4 Palm" Designation From Florida Department of Environmental Protection

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Wednesday, November 10, 2021

FORT MYERS BEACH, Fla., Nov. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The Pink Shell Beach Resort & Marina is honored to announce that they have achieved the coveted "4 Palm" designation from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection Green Lodging Program, the highest level of recognition.

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  • FORT MYERS BEACH, Fla., Nov. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The Pink Shell Beach Resort & Marina is honored to announce that they have achieved the coveted "4 Palm" designation from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection Green Lodging Program, the highest level of recognition.
  • The program's environmental guidelines allow the hospitality industry to evaluate its operations, set goals and take specific actions to continuously improve environmental performance.
  • The Pink Shell first entered the Green Lodging Program in 2008 as a "1 Palm" resort and was the first resort in Southwest Florida to achieve this designation.
  • By achieving the "4 Palm" designation, the Pink Shell is one of only 7 resorts in the state and the only resort in Southwest Florida have this distinction.