Sustainability at Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk

Sustainability & Community Engagement

At Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk, we are committed to reducing our environmental impact while supporting the community in which we operate. Enjoy a downtown experience while knowing your stay is responsibly managed.

Our Focus on Sustainability

From reducing waste, water, and energy use to responsibly sourcing our food & beverage ingredients, our sustainable practices incorporate:

Sustainability
Exterior Chicago River - Evening View
Energy & Renewable Power

Through partnerships such as Arbor Day Foundation initiatives, opportunities exist to support environmental restoration and reforestation efforts.

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Waste Reduction & Food Recovery

Food waste reduction is supported through operational practices and technology, including systems that help track and reduce waste while diverting organic material from landfill through on‑site processing solutions.

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Responsible Water Use

Guests may choose reduced housekeeping services during their stay, supporting conservation of water, energy, and cleaning resources while maintaining comfort.

Shula's Steak House - PDR
Strategic Meal Planning

Our culinary team supports strategic menu planning to minimize waste, cross‑utilize ingredients, and offer responsibly sourced options, including cage‑free eggs and sustainable seafood.

Illinois Boardroom
Reduced Single‑Use Plastics

Meeting spaces feature bottled‑water alternatives, bulk beverage dispensers, recycled‑content paper products, and clutter‑free setups to reduce unnecessary waste.

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Event Impact Reporting

Through Marriott Bonvoy Events™, planners can receive a detailed meeting impact report and explore opportunities to support responsible event practices.

Get Involved

During your stay, we invite you to take part in simple choices that support responsible practices across the hotel and contribute to broader sustainability efforts.

Community & Guest Engagement
Junior Suite
Your Choice Room Cleaning

Guests staying multiple nights may opt out of daily housekeeping services, helping conserve water, energy, and cleaning resources without impacting comfort.

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Thoughtful Reuse & Donation

Unused guest amenities, furniture, and materials are redirected through donation and reuse programs to support local organizations and reduce landfill contribution.

Millennium Park Meeting Room
Refill & Reduce Single‑Use Plastics

Guests are encouraged to reduce single‑use plastics through access to water refill stations and bottled‑water alternatives throughout the hotel. In‑room and public‑space initiatives support responsible use while maintaining comfort and convenience during each stay.

For those guests looking to support our sustainability & social impact efforts at any time, we encourage our community of Marriott Bonvoy members to consider donating their points to our partners, such as UNICEF, WWF, and more.

Doing Good in Every Direction

At Marriott International, being a force for good is embedded in our DNA. Driven by the same core value we've had since our founding, to Serve Our World, our sustainability and social impact platform, Serve 360, guides our efforts to integrate responsible practices throughout our operations.
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