HEAD OFFICE #1206 - 130 Albert Street Ottawa, ON K1P 5G4 Canada PHONE: +1.613.237-7149 FAX: +1.613-237-8928 WEB: www.greenkeyglobal.com EMAIL: [email protected] News Release Green Key Global Wins Responsible Travel & Tourism Forum Innovation Award Ottawa, ON – May 12, 2015 – Green Key Global, a leading environmental certification body offering a suite of programs and resources designed specifically for the lodging industry, has received the Responsible Travel & Tourism Forum (RTTF) Innovation Award. Anthony Pollard, Managing Director Green Key Global & David McClung President Baxter Media “Green Key Global is thrilled to have been selected as the recipient of the RTTF Innovation Award,” stated Anthony Pollard, Managing Director for Green Key Global. “Our success has been based on three key pillars including costsavings for owners, the provision of sales and marketing information for members and the reduction of the industry’s environmental footprint.” Green Key Global has continually distinguished itself as a leader in corporate social responsibility certification through educational, collaborative and promotional efforts. Its programs help members leverage organizational corporate social responsibility activities to support sustainable initiatives, improve overall fiscal performance and community relations. The award was presented to Anthony Pollard at the Leadership Awards Luncheon held at the Eaton Chelsea Hotel on May 11, 2015. The RTTF Leadership Awards celebrate the innovative work and responsible efforts of individuals and organizations throughout the Canadian travel industry. About Green Key Global Green Key Global is a leading environmental certification body offering a suite of sustainability programs designed specifically for the lodging industry. For more than 18 years its flagship program, the Green Key Eco-Rating Program, has been evaluating, inspecting, and certifying hotels and resorts based on their commitment to sustainable “green” operations. The Green Key Program and its sister program, Green Key Meetings, are comprehensive environmental audits that allow facilities to benefit on several fronts – cost savings, increased bookings from conscious consumers and meeting planners and responsible corporate citizenry. -30Contact: Linda Hartwell Director, Marketing Communications, Green Key Global Phone: (613) 237-7149 x 103 Email: Linda.hartwell@greenkeyglobal