March 26
Marriott International Inc. is signing on to participate in Earth Hour
2009, a global climate event organized by the World Wildlife Fund.
Hundreds of hotels and timeshare units in Marriott´s portfolio will turn off
or dim non-essential lighting for an hour starting at 8:30 p.m. local time
on March 28.
"Marriott International´s support of Earth Hour is a symbol of the company´s
commitment to the environment," said Arne Sorenson, co-chair of the
company´s executive green council.
Contact Waste & Recycling News senior reporter Jim Johnson at 937-964-1289
or jpjohnson@crain.com
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