Starwood Hotels' ELEMENT Brand to Mandate LEED Certification in All Hotels Brand-Wide

Recycling bins are used by the construction team building the first ELEMENT Hotel in Lexington, MA, set to open July 2008. In an industry first, all ELEMENT hotels will be required to pursue LEED certification. (Photo: Michael Fein)

ELEMENT's key green features are cleverly designed to be as appealing aesthetically as they are eco-friendly, so travelers never compromise on style and comfort. From Energy-Efficient Appliances and Environmentally-Friendly Lighting to Magnetic "Do Not Disturb" Signs, ELEMENT Creates All New Green Hotels. (Graphic: Business Wire)