• Marriott International was ranked #42 out of 100 on Newsweek's first-ever list of "The Greenest Big Companies."
• Marriott International received the “2009 Tourism for Tomorrow Award for Sustainability” in the Global Tourism Business category by the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC). The global award recognizes the company’s achievements in demonstrating sustainable tourism practices, including the protection of natural and cultural heritage, social and economic benefits to local people and environmentally-friendly operations.
• The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) awarded Marriott International the "2009 Sustained Excellence Award." Marriott has been named an EPA Partner of the Year since 2004.
• Climate Counts, creator of a climate change corporate scoreboard, ranked Marriott tops within the hotel sector for 2008.
• Buildings magazine ranked Marriott among the top 20 on their Who's Who in the Buildings Market for 2008.
• Ceres Investor Coalition, an alliance of investors and environmentalists, named Marriott International "Tops in Travel & Leisure." The company was ranked #19 out of 63 companies - Dec. 2008.
• Marriott International has been honored by Travel + Leisure magazine with the 2008 "Global Vision Award" for green strategy. The magazine recognized Marriott’s environmental commitment, including protection of 1.4 million acres of Amazonas rainforest.
• In 2007, Marriott International received the "World Savers Award" from Condé Nast Traveler magazine in recognition of its global community engagement programs.

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• Courtyard by Marriott Paramatta: “Outstanding Community Service Award,” Australian Hoteliers Association, 2006
• JW Marriott Mumbai Hotel: “Best Garden,” Tree Authority and Municipal Corporation of Mumbai, 2007
• Renaissance Tianjin Hotel: “Energy Conservation and Sewage Treatment Award,” Local District Government, 2007
• Surfer’s Paradise Marriott Resort & Spa: “Top Three Sustainable Hotels Award,” Hotel Investment Conference, Asia Pacific, 2007
• Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel: 
  • “AHA Awards Finalist, Best Environmental Initiatives,” City of Sydney, 2007
  • “Five Green Star Award,” AAA Tourism & Green Globe, 2006
  • “Energy Smart Green Globe Award,” NSW Government, 2003
• Melbourne Marriott Hotel: 
  • “City of Melbourne’s Award 2006, Corporation Division: Contribution to the Environment,” 2006
  • “Five Green Star Award,” AAA Tourism & Green Globe, 2005
• Renaissance Mumbai Hotel & Convention Center & Marriott Executive Apartments Mumbai:
  • “Best Terrace Garden and Largest Garden Area,” National Society of Friends of Trees, 2005
  • “Second Prize for Energy Conservation & Management,” Maharashtra Energy Department, 2005
• Marriott Karachi Hotel: “Tribute for First Beach Clean-up in Karachi,” Provincial Department of Environment, 2005
• JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa, Thailand: “Grand Award for Environment Education,” Asia Pacific Travel Association, 2003
• Bangkok Marriott Resort & Spa: “Green Leaf Award,” 2003
• JW Marriott Hotel Hong Kong: “Caring Company Award,” Hong Chi Association, 2004
• Beijing Marriott Hotel West: “China Green Hotel Award,” China Hotel Association, 2004
• Renaissance Okinawa Resort, Japan: “Green Globe 21 Accreditation,” Green Globe, 2003
• Renaissance Kuala Lumpur Hotel, Malaysia: “Healthy Building Award-National Association of Indoor Environmental Consultants," 2003 & 2004
• Renaissance Hotel, Makati City: “Solid Waste Management Program,” Department of Environment/ Philippine Business for the Environment, 2003 & 2005
• Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort and Spa, Hawaii, USA: “ENERGY STAR Seal of Approval,” U.S. Department of Energy & U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 2005-2007
• Marriott Wailolao Resort & Beach Club, Hawaii, USA:  “Opened Hawaiian Humpback Whale Center,” National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration, 2003
• Kauai Marriott Resort & Beach Club, Hawaii, USA: 
  • “Ho’ola Hou Award for Commercial Recycling,” Mayor of Kauai, 2005
  • “Recognition for Utilizing Handicapped Associate,” Friendship House, 2004
• Pattaya Marriott Resort & Spa: 
  • “Five Star Award Green Leaf Project,” Thai Hotels Association, 2007
  • “Green Leaf Certificate,” Green Leaf Foundation, 2003 & 2004
  • “Kinaree Award,” Thai Hotel Association, 2004

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• Marriott ranked #17 out of 60 companies named to "The Sunday Times Green List 2009."
• All Marriott Branded Hotels in London: “Green Globe 21 Accreditation,” Green Globe, 2006
• Edinburgh Marriott Hotel: “Gold Award for Environmental Excellence,” Edinburgh City Council, 2007
• Sprowston Manor Hotel and Country Club: “Large Business Environmental Initiative Award,” Norfolk County Council, 2007
• Cardiff Marriott:
  • “NAPM Gold Award & Environmental Service,” Cardiff Council of Environmental Service, 2003
  • “Gold Award for Environmental Practices,” Cardiff City Council, 2006-2007
• Marriott Tudor Park Hotel and Country Club: “Certificate of Commendation,” Environment Awards for Kent Business, 2005
• Marriott Worsley Park Hotel and Country Club: “Golf Environment Award,” English Nature, 2003, 2004
• Mallorca Marriott Son Antem Golf Resort and Spa, Spain: “Certificate for Employing People with Handicaps,” by the president of the Balearic government, 2003

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• JW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa:   “Green Hotel,” Benito Juarez County/ Environmental Secretary, 2004
• Marriott CasaMagna Puerto Vallarta Resort:  “Diploma for Beach and Rivers Clean-Up and Sea Turtle Rescue Programs,” Municipal Government, 2003 and 2004

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• Cairo Marriott Hotel & Casino, Egypt: “Environmental Concern Award,” Minister of State for Environment Affairs, 2003 & 2004
• JW Marriott Hotel Dubai, U.A.E.: 
  • “2nd Place UAW Can and Cardboard Collection,” Emirates Environmental Group, 2005
  • “1st Runner Up in the U.A.E. Can Collection Drive,” Emirates Environmental Group, 2004
• Amman Marriott Hotel, Jordan:  “Clean-up the World Campaign,” Jordan Environment Society, 2005

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• Marriott Orlando World Center: 'Two Palm' designation, Green Lodging Program, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, 2009.
• Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center: Leader Level certified by Michigan Green Meetings Council.
• The Dearborn Inn, A Marriott Hotel: Partner Level certified by Michigan Green Meetings Council.
• East Lansing Marriott at University Place: Partner Level certified by Michigan Green Meetings Council.
• The Inn at Bay Harbor - A Renaissance Golf Resort: Leader Level certified by Michigan Green Meetings Council.
• Detroit Marriott Troy: Green Lodging Facility certified by Michigan's Department of Environmental Quality and Michigan Energy Office
• Detroit Marriott Livonia: Green Lodging Facility certified by Michigan's Department of Environmental Quality and Michigan Energy Office
• Boca Raton Marriott at Boca Center: "Green Lodging Designation," Florida Department of Environmental Protection, 2008
• Tampa Airport Marriott: "Green Lodging Designation," Florida Department of Environmental Protection, 2007
• Renaissance Vinoy Resort & Golf Club: "Green Lodging Designation," Florida Department of Environmental Protection, 2007
• UMUC Inn and Conference Center by Marriott: "LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Certification," U.S. Green Building Council, 2005

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