Green Hotel Initiatives
At the Fairmont Waterfront we strive to minimize our environmental impact, while still offering our guests an outstanding experience by exceeding expectations. Over the years, the Fairmont Waterfront has continued to be a leader in sustainability and responsible tourism, and is continuously looking for ways to further reduce our impact. In 1990, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts launched our Green Hotel Partnership Program, a comprehensive approach to minimalizing our carbon footprint.
The Fairmont Waterfront has recently announced the installation of Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations, in partnership with GE Energy Industrial Solutions. Charging stations will be available both to guests and other travellers in the area. Drivers can simply swipe a card, plug in and charge their vehicles at the stations. In addition guests driving Electric cars will be offered complimentary parking. (Maximum one car per room.)
SPES Adopt A Herons Nest Program
For the grand re-opening of the newly renovated Fairmont Gold floor, the dedicated Gold Team has adopted a family of great blue herons and their nest through the Stanley Park Ecology Society (SPES). This seasonal initiative supports efforts to learn more about the amazing birds and to protect their homes within Stanley Park.
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2013 Get To Know Youth Art Contest
We invite you to participate in the Get to Know Youth Art Contest, an enjoyable family-friendly activity for guests to participate in all summer. The Get to Know program provides The Fairmont Waterfront guests with a fun and engaging activity that enhances and enriches the visitor experience for youth and families, while also showcasing The Fairmont Waterfront’s green initiatives.
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Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Eco-Meet Program
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Eco-Meet Program allows meeting planners to minimalize the ecological footprint of meetings through the reduction of waste and conservation of valuable resources. Options include local and organic gourmet menus, disposable-free food and beverage service, carbon neutral and eco-friendly hotel options. In addition, at the Fairmont Waterfront, event planners can request that food leftovers be donated to a local charity.
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The Fairmont Waterfront Herb Garden
Located on the 3rd floor of the hotel rests a 2100 square foot herb garden. Introduced in 1991, it became one of Vancouver’s first green roofs. The garden in the heart of the city plays home to over sixty varieties of herbs, vegetables, fruits and edible blossoms, as well as over 10 different species of local birds. The Chef uses the bounty from the green hotel garden daily in Herons West Coast Kitchen + Bar menus, and to create culinary masterpieces in the kitchen.
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Honey Bees
The newest addition to the Herb Garden comes in the form of 500,000 honeybees who make the Harbor Garden their home from May through September. Introduced in June of 2008, the bees have since increased the productivity of the herb garden with pollination, as well as inspired creative new dishes on the lunch, dinner and cocktails menus created by our Executive Chef Dana Hauser and her team. The 2011 honey harvest produced over 600 pounds of honey!
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Ocean Wise Program
The hotel is proud to be apart of the Vancouver Aquarium's Ocean Wise Program, offering sustainable seafood choices, and helping preserve marine life. Look for the Ocean Wise symbol on our menus, and be assured you are making a choice that is healthy and the best for our oceans. When you are in Vancouver, take time to visit the Vancouver Aquarium in the heart of Stanley Park, and only a short stroll from the hotel along the seawall.
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Choosing Local
The Fairmont Waterfront strives to purchase local and sustainable options for our guests. Our culinary team has partnered with fishermen and farmers who share our passion and commitment to the environment. With everything from organic wines, to our commitment to sourcing fresh. local produce, guests can be assured of our strive towards preserving our earth.
For additional information on our Vancouver green hotel initiatives, including carbon management, energy and water conservation, waste management, and local partners and affiliations, please click here.