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Maryland Green Travel is currently accepting applications from ALL sectors - Accommodations, Restaurants and Attractions!
The NEW online application is still under construction.
In the meantime, for your convenience, Maryland Green Travel
will enter your completed application for you. Simply download
the Maryland Green Travel application
HERE
Complete it, save it and submit it to:
green@visitmaryland.org
Please contact Catherine Batavick at green@visitmaryland.org or 410-767-6342
if you have any questions. |
To join the Maryland Green Travel program, applicants must self-certify that they are practicing certain basic, core environmental activities relative to their industry sector. Additionally, participants must commit to strive to improve their environmental performance over time and report back on their progress yearly.
Here’s what you have to do:
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Provide basic information about your property |
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(business name, address, phone, contact information, etc) |
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Provide a logo for use in your Green Profile (optional) |
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Complete the application confirming that your business meets the |
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core environmental requirements & committing to improvements |
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CORE REQUIREMENTS: |
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Have an Environmental Policy Statement |
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Have a plan to reduce property waste |
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Recycle |
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Have a plan to reduce energy usage |
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Have a plan to reduce water usage |
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Provide optional linen service & train staff on the process |
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[required for Accommodations (except campgrounds) only] |
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Recycle grease (if produced) |
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[required for Restaurants only] |
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Minimize the impact of disposable food service items (if used) |
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[required for Restaurants and Attractions] |
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Support Green Events (if offered) |
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Provide a Measurable Result |
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Confirm the application is correct and Submit |
Applications will be reviewed for completeness and accuracy and applicants will be notified about their approval status by e-mail. Maryland Green Travel Partners will be highlighted on the visitMaryland.org web site and included in the Maryland Green Registry. Applicants will also receive a Maryland Green Travel Partner logo to use in promotional materials and online listings.