Recently Debuted Hospitality Destination Recognized for ESG
Ratings After Multi-Million-Dollar Reimagination
SAN FRANCISCO, July 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hyatt Regency
San Francisco Downtown SoMa, which debuted in February of this
year, is pleased to announce its collaboration with
MindClick, a Product Intelligence company that rates the
environmental and social impact of manufacturers and their
products. In support of carbon reduction, the heath of people and
the planet, Highgate– which proudly manages the Hyatt Regency San
Francisco Downtown SoMa - worked closely with MindClick to
carefully select products for the hotel. During the hotel's
$70-million-dollar reimagination,
this partnership dramatically improved the project's environmental
impact while also supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion in
the supply chain. Highgate is leading the industry in
environmental, social, and governance (ESG) responsibility by
implementing these policies throughout its hotel operations.
"From the very beginning of this milestone renovation located in
the heart of San Francisco, we
prioritized our environmental and social responsibility in every
decision we made as we know how important it is to this
community," said Michael Baier,
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SoMa managing director. "It
was the utmost importance to us that this project is as beautiful
visually, as it was ethically and MindClick made that goal a
reality."
"When the Highgate team committed to making sustainability core
to this $70-million-dollar
reimagination, they ran into a significant challenge-understanding
the impact of the products they were choosing," said JoAnna Abrams, MindClick CEO. "Using
MindClick's product intelligence saved their team hundreds of
hours, provided critical third-party credibility, and helped them
deliver beautiful interiors with a powerful impact - enhancing the
guest experience and the health of people and the planet."
Using MindClick ratings for furniture, fixture, equipment and
architectural building products assessed through MSAP, the
MindClick Sustainability Assessment Program, Highgate's design and
purchasing teams delivered a stunning renovation and interiors with
a positive contribution to health and well-being through reduced
carbon emissions, use of recycled materials, and toxin-free
products. The Hyatt Regency San Francisco Downtown SoMa is the
first hotel designed and furnished in alignment with Hyatt Hotel's
World of Care ESG program.
The redesign, covering 150,000 square feet, includes
refurbishments and upgrades to the 20 Executive Corner Suites, two
Presidential Suites and all 686 guest rooms, an upgraded fitness
studio -- one of the largest in San
Francisco -- with state-of-the-art gym equipment and Peloton
bikes, and refreshed meeting and event spaces, all marked by
contemporary décor and an art-driven narrative created by
internationally recognized design firm BHDM Design.
Nearly 20 MindClick rated vendors contributed to this
achievement across the categories of art and mirrors, case goods,
fabrics, flooring, tables, outdoor furniture, upholstered seating,
wall coverings, and window treatments. Vendors whose products made
it possible include: Amtrend, Charter Furniture, Global Views,
Koroseal Interior Products, Kravet, Majestic Lighting, Moore &
Giles, Neil Allen, Royal Thai
Americas, Samuelson Furniture, Shaw Contract, Valley Forge Fabrics
and Wolf Gordon.
Notable specifics of the record-setting project include the
following:
- On average, 45% of the materials used in the flooring,
fabrics, seating, and other products with a large footprint are
recycled, sustainably harvested or rapidly renewable. In addition,
nearly 100% of these items are free of toxins and certified as
contributing to the highest levels of indoor air quality.
- Materials were produced in facilities that are actively
measuring and reducing the carbon emissions associated with
manufacturing. Materials were also packaged with less material to
support reduced transportation and storage emissions.
- Packaging was used that was either made with 100% recyclable
material or made of recycled content to eliminate or minimize
landfill.
- Materials were produced in facilities adhering to the
highest standards set by the UN Convention on Fair Labor Practices
and Human Rights and by manufacturers qualified as women,
minority, LGBTQ, and/or veteran owned.
- Materials were produced in facilities supporting local
employment within the state of California.
- Entire hotel operations and electric vehicle (EV) charging
stations (available to guests) are powered by 100% renewable
electricity.
- Filtered water refill stations were installed throughout
the property to work toward the elimination of single-use
plastics, along with PATH Water reusable bottles offered to all
guests.
Owned by Morgan Stanley, Highgate manages a portfolio of hotels
in the U.S., Europe, the
Caribbean and Latin America. To book a reservation, please
visit this link or call 415-974-6400.
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