Join Us on Our Journey to Green Key Certification
Main Eco-Friendly Features:
High Energy performance through highly insulated building envelope and high performance low e‐glazing
Optimized performance through efficient water cooled centrifugal chillers and VFDs in secondary pumping system, cooling tower fans and FAHUs
Potable water reduction through selection of water efficient fixtures
Energy efficient lighting fixtures
10% of materials contain recycle content
20% of the materials used in construction were sourced regionally
More than 85% of construction waste diverted from landfill
Adhesives, sealants, paints and coatings contain low or no Volatile Organic Content (VOC)
57% reduction in potable water consumption for irrigation due to efficient landscaping, use of native species and drip irrigation systems
In addition to the above, our day to day operations is committed to taking small steps to minimize water and energy consumption and reduce waste. These include:
Heart of House recycling of plastic, cans and paper. Printers in administration offices are programmed for double-sided printing.
CFL lighting in the heart of the house to illuminate corridors.
Building management system to control indoor air quality.
Automatic system for energy management.
Heat Recovery Systems are used to control emissions and avoid wasting energy.
Implemented effective energy and water monitoring system to optimized building operations needs
Participating in Earth Hour to promote energy conservation and raise awareness.
Introducing water dispensers in restaurants to minimize the use of plastic bottles.
Implementing the use of sugarcane straws in our outlets as a sustainable alternative.
Incorporating Byredo products in shower amenities to promote eco-friendly practices.
Spearheading a comprehensive zero waste initiative: Introducing food wastage monitoring system to reduce food wastage.
Participating in beach cleaning activities to preserve the coastal ecosystem.
Encouraging guests to walk to nearby destinations, promoting sustainable transportation practices and reducing carbon emissions.
About LEED®
LEED® is the foremost program for the design, construction and operation of green buildings. Over 50,000 projects worldwide are currently participating in the commercial and institutional LEED® rating systems, comprising over 9.3 billion square feet of commercial and institutional construction space, and more than 117,000 additional residential units in the U.S. and 135 countries worldwide.
Ajman Saray, a Luxury Collection Resort recognizes that all ambassadors and guests have an important role to play in protecting the environment for future generations, by achieving sound environmental practices across our entire operation. Through collaboration with suppliers, business partners, local authorities and our ambassadors we continually work to innovate and improve practices as follows:
Adopt and maintain word-class environmental standards; developing the required mechanisms for their implementation in alignment with the vision of the Government of Ajman & Marriott International.
Minimize waste and pollution by reducing, re-using, repairing, re-filling and recycling the resources consumed by our business, whenever appropriate. Conserve natural resources by raising the level of environmental awareness among our ambassadors, guests and communities through various initiatives and community involvement events.
Conserve natural resources by raising the level of environmental awareness among our ambassadors, guests and communities through various initiatives and community involvement events.
Sustainability Initiatives & Activities
Green Program: is an environmental program where stay-over guests will be able to decide if they would like to have their room linen and terry changed on a daily basis, or not. Guests are informed of this initiative upon check-in and may participate by not placing the Green Program card on their bed which informs the Housekeeping Attendant to not change the bed linen. Similarly, guests are informed that if they wish to reuse their towels, they can communicate this to us by putting the towels back in the racks.
Meeting Environmental Mission Statement & Policy
With the ever growing concern of global warming and human behaviors adverse impact on the environment, Ajman Saray, a Luxury Collection Resort is continuously looking for new ways to be environmentally responsible. Ajman Saray is committed to doing more to consume less and has implemented several environmental initiatives in the daily operation of the Hotel Banqueting Department:
We offer clutter free meeting packages in our meeting rooms
We offer sustainable meeting package and meeting supplies
We offer linenless meeting tables
We use energy-efficient digital signage
We use recycled content paper products
We use electronic sales tools
We use green printing services
About Green Key Global
The Green Key certificate is a leading standard of excellence in the field of environmental responsibility and sustainable operation within the tourism industry. This prestigious certificate represents a commitment by businesses that their tourism establishments adhere to the strict criteria stipulated by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE). A Green Key stands for an establishment’s promise to its guests that by opting to stay with such an establishment, they are helping to make a difference on an environmental and sustainability level. The high environmental standards expected of these establishments are maintained through rigorous documentation and frequent audits.
For information about our sustainable Meetings menus, please email: fb.ajmansaray@luxurycollection.com
