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Hotel Andaluz Becomes First Historic Hotel to Receive LEED Gold Certification

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By Joel ScanlonMay 9 2011

The Hotel Andaluz, managed by Gemstone Hotels & Resorts, declared it has received the U.S. Green Building Council’s LEED Gold certification. The certification was confirmed by the Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI).

The hotel has become the only historic building to receive the LEED Gold certification in the Southwest region and the second in the U.S.

The Hotel had spent around $30 million dollars for its renovation in 2009 and incorporated a host of green features to achieve the LEED gold certification. It has installed solar water heater to provide hot water and erected energy-saving windows. To cut down its power consumption, the hotel installed an efficient energy management system and used LED and fluorescent lights. It also cut down its water usage by more than 45%.

A recycling program in the hotel efficiently recycles paper, cardboard, metal and plastic and all food waste is converted into manure.

Source: http://www.hotelandaluz.com/

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Joel Scanlon

Joel relocated to Australia in 1995 from the United Kingdom and spent five years working in the mining industry as an exploration geotechnician. His role involved utilizing GIS mapping and CAD software. Upon transitioning to the North Coast of NSW, Australia, Joel embarked on a career as a graphic designer at a well-known consultancy firm. Subsequently, he established a successful web services business catering to companies across the eastern seaboard of Australia. It was during this time that he conceived and launched News-Medical.Net. Joel has been an integral part of AZoNetwork since its inception in 2000. Joel possesses a keen interest in exploring the boundaries of technology, comprehending its potential impact on society, and actively engaging with AI-driven solutions and advancements.

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