Greening IECA's Conference

As an environmentally–based organization, IECA practices green techniques when producing a conference and exposition for 2000 people. Here are some things we are doing in partnership with our facility to be sensitive to our environment.

Reduce:

Offer online registration and publish the conference itinerary online
Offer conference information by email
Exhibitors are encouraged to minimize amount of collateral material distributed
Exhibitors are encouraged to minimize packaging
Reduced power and lights during move–in and move out
Earth friendly cleaning products
No paper exhibitor kits will be produced, CD and electronic versions only

Re-use:

We re–use as many signs as possible
Exhibitors are encouraged to re–use their packaging
GES uses recycled carpet for the aisles

Recycle:

Request exhibitors participate in recycling cardboard and freight materials
Recycle cans, bottles and paper
IECA will recycle name badges

Atlantis Hotel and Casino agrees to:

EC09 host hotel Atlantis Hotel and Casino

Towel and Sheet reuse program
Will not replace amenities unless consumed
Shut off HVAC when guests are not in their room
Limited recycling of glass, aluminum, plastic, paper and cardboard

Book your stay at the Atlantis Hotel and Casino now.

Reno-Sparks Convention Center agrees to:

Use a "green friendly" cleaner - H2 Orange2
Use recycled paper products:

Toilet tissue is made of 50% recycled paper product
Hand towels are made of 75% recycled paper product

Make available public recycling stations can be found throughout the facility
Use a designated compactor for aluminum, glass, and plastic
Recycling in Reno-Sparks Convention Center's management team offices
Use flow meters permitting staff to monitor how much chilled water is being distributed throughout the building. In addition, engineering staff can "micro-manage" specific pumps, running as requested and selecting the appropriate size chiller to operate based on demand and environmental factors. This saves 33,000 kW in energy during cooling season.
Use a three-way valve to automatically adjust to outside air temperatures. This saves 9,000 therms annually.
Use an updated DDC system which saves 20,000 kW over per year over the previous system of pneumatic building controls.
Use upgraded lighting in warehouse areas resulting in an annual savings of 67,500 kW.
Constructed with:

a 17 acre white membrane roof meeting Energy Star's requirements for reflectance and emissivity
21 skylights providing natural light
Xeriscape landscaping irrigation

How you can help:

Stay at the EC09 host hotel, Atlantis Hotel and Casino, where all conference activities are available within walking distance saving fuel
Be sure our database has your most up to date address to reduce direct mail waste
Pass on any duplicate direct mail pieces you receive to other professionals
Utilize the towel and sheet re–use program in your hotel room