Benefits for Businesses

of applying for the ecoexcellence award include…

EcoExcellence Award

3rd party Sustainability Review

• by certified healthy eco building & sustainability staff

Reduced Costs

• The on site Sustainability Review offers suggestions to save money by reducing use of energy, water and other resources.
• Provides low cost 3rd party verification of sustainability efforts when formal Certification programs may not be affordable.
• Potential for feature article to be posted on the EcoLogic LifeStyle travel directory at no cost.
• Provides low cost directory listing – less than the cost of one print ad.

Publicity

• Promotion through global website, social media, RSS feeds  – (further market base reach through global networking & “story telling”, as well as through local chambers, tourism & visitors bureaus)
• Differentiate from competitors not achieving award
• Potential Feature Article in EcoLogic LifeStyle travel directory for top achievers
• Links to your website
• Window decal with ecoexcellence awardecolabel and QR code

Reviewed & Recommended directory listing

• Window decal QR code will link to Reviewed & Recommended directory listing
• Listing will link to your site or Visitor’s Bureau site

Potential to Generate New Customers & Increase Customer Loyalty

• Create a healthier, eco friendly environment that will let customers feel good about their choice to spend at your establishment.
• Generate more bookings & sales through tapping into LOHAS market segments worldwide.

Increase Public Awareness

• Validate Statement of Corporate Social Responsibility by verified contribution to sustaining the environment, local culture & local economies.
• Contribute to awareness of sustainability & cultural issues and serve as a role model.

Improve Staff Productivity & Morale

• Through creating a healthier and more comfortable workplace.

Attract & Retain Employees

• By aligning with the new workforce values.

Stay Ahead of Legislation

• Be aware of environmental legislation that is sweeping the world and be prepared for compliance.

Resource Manual

• Market Research
• Best Practices guidelines
• Rebates, financing & retrofit assistance
• Suppliers, professional consultants & services
• 3rd Party Certification Programs & Professional Organizations