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Connect Responsibly

Gathering responsibly is a foundation of Marriott Bonvoy Events. At Gaylord Hotels, we are dedicated to bringing people together in extraordinary ways while supporting your sustainability goals for meetings, conferences, and events.

Plan with Purpose

  • Meeting Impact Report Click to Expanded Meeting Impact Report

    When booking a meeting or event at Gaylord Hotels, you'll receive a complimentary Meeting Impact Report designed to provide an understanding of the environmental impact of your event. The report captures event details, the hotel's sustainability practices implemented for the event, and displays the calculated carbon and water footprints of your event, based on industry methodologies.

  • Carbon Offset Options Click to Expanded Carbon Offset Options

    At the conclusion of your event, along with your complimentary Meeting Impact Report, our team will provide information on voluntary carbon offset opportunities, if requested, helping you balance your event's emissions and further support your sustainability objectives.

  • Reducing Single Use Items & Food Waste Click to Expanded Reducing Single Use Items & Food Waste

    Across our resorts, we are reducing waste through thoughtful, experience-driven solutions. This includes minimizing single-use items, introducing sustainable alternatives, and replacing disposable amenities where possible. In our culinary operations, we take a strategic approach to menu design and preparation to help reduce food waste, optimize resources, and support high-quality event execution.

Sustainability in Action

Energy efficiency and conservation
We continue to invest in energy efficiency and conservation, with more than $8 million directed toward upgrades in recent years, including enhanced HVAC and mechanical systems.
Waste diversion rates
Waste diversion rates continue to rise as recycling and reuse programs expand across our resorts.
Greenhouse gas emission
Greenhouse gas emission intensity across our hospitality portfolio remains below 2019 levels, reflecting measurable progress in reducing environmental impact.
  • Gaylord National Rooftop Solar
    CASE STUDY
    Gaylord National Rooftop Solar
    Gaylord National installs a 3.5-acre rooftop solar array atop its convention center, featuring 4,696 panels. Expected to be fully operational in 2026, the system will generate approximately 3 MWh of clean electricity annually, supplying up to 20% of the resort's energy needs. This large-scale initiative supports cost savings and carbon reduction goals, while reinforcing Gaylord National's commitment to sustainability and responsible community engagement.
  • Gaylord Opryland Laundry Re-Lamp
    CASE STUDY
    Gaylord Opryland Laundry Re-Lamp
    Gaylord Opryland upgrades lighting in its 24/7 on-site laundry facility, replacing high-maintenance fluorescent and metal halide fixtures with energy-efficient LED high bay and linear retrofits. Leveraging available incentives, the project reduces operating costs while improving lighting quality for Stars and is expected to save more than 250,000 kWh annually.
  • Gaylord Palms On-Site Apiary
    CASE STUDY
    Gaylord Palms On-Site Apiary
    Gaylord Palms supports an on-site apiary that produces honey used in dishes, desserts, and beverages throughout the resort. The honey also serves as a key ingredient in the locally brewed Palms Honeycomb Lager. By incorporating ingredients sourced directly from the resort, Gaylord Palms supports biodiversity, celebrates local flavors, and creates distinctive guest experiences rooted in environmental stewardship.

Recognition

Green Key Certified

Green Key Certified

Gaylord Hotels is committed to advancing sustainable hospitality across our portfolio. All Gaylord Hotels resorts have earned, or in the process of attaining, Green Key certification, an international standard for sustainable tourism and hospitality. This recognition is based on rigorous assessments, documented practices, and ongoing performance reviews to ensure continuous improvement in environmental and sustainability practices.

LEED Certified

LEED Certified

All Gaylord Hotels resorts have achieved, or in the process of achieving, LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification, a globally recognized symbol of excellence in sustainable building design and operations. LEED certification demonstrates our dedication to creating high-performing, environmentally responsible spaces that promote resource efficiency, environmental stewardship, and an exceptional guest experience.

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