By: Shayne Benowitz
In Miami and around the world, hotels and new building projects are taking the initiative to lower their carbon footprint through conservation and protection of natural resources. With Miami’s unique and delicate ecosystem, stretching from the Atlantic Ocean to the Everglades and the Florida Straits, it’s important to take environmental preservation seriously. When traveling to Miami, the best way to know if you’ve booked a stay at an environmentally conscious hotel is to ensure it’s recognized by the Florida Green Lodging Program or that it’s LEED certified.
Created by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection to equip travelers with resources to find a green hotel, the Florida Green Lodging Program rates properties in five areas of sustainable practices: Communication & Education; Waste Reduction, Reuse & Recycling; Water Conservation; Energy Efficiency and Indoor Air Quality. Similarly, LEED is the international benchmark in energy-efficient building, design and construction set by the U.S. Green Building Council.
With so many green hotels to choose from at every price point, it’s easy to make the decision to go green. In fact, many major hotel brands in Miami are designated by the Florida Green Lodging Program and many are also LEED certified. Read on for some of the top eco-conscious hotels in Miami.