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Hotel Chain is Engaging Green

ATLANTA-InterContinental's new online system aims to reduce energy, water and waste.

By Carl Cronan | Updated on January 29, 2009

ATLANTA-InterContinental Hotels Group is trying out a new online system aimed at helping general managers at its 4,100 locations worldwide reduce waste along with water and energy consumption. The company believes its “Green Engage” software can save as much as $200 million, with potential energy savings of up to 25%.

The trial begins immediately with 650 hotels among IHG’s seven brands, including Holiday Inn, Crowne Plaza and InterContinental, with a full rollout planned by midyear. UK-based IHG has its North American headquarters in Atlanta.

“This is an important initiative for IHG, our hotel owners and our guests,” Andy Cosslett, the company’s chief executive, stated in a release. “Green Engage is a practical tool designed to help improve environmental performance, reduce costs and respond to our guests’ increasing awareness of this issue.”

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