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Hyatt’s Commitment to the Environment

Introduction of Hyatt Earth

Sustainability and Hyatt

Hyatt’s Commitment to the Environment

Hyatt’s Environmental Goals

Sustainability and Hyatt

• Environmental responsibility is a value that is already very much alive in Hyatt’s system - Many initiatives are underway around the world- Commitment, passion and support is genuine - Driven by our associates

• We strive to set Hyatt apart:– To be the leader in sustainable hotel practices– To be the employer of choice in our industry– To be the preferred hotel company for our guests

Hyatt’s Commitment tothe Environment

Hyatt is committed to design, build and manage innovative and sustainable hotels that provide our guests with authentic and comfortable accommodations, protect the natural environment and that respect the local communities in which we operate around the world.

We believe that it is our shared responsibility to combine astute asset management with a passionate commitment to genuine and strategic stewardship of the environment.

We engage and motivate our colleagues around the world to be ourambassadors, we work with our suppliers to develop and provide innovative products and solutions, and we offer our guests unparalleled service in surroundings that positively contribute to the community and the environment.

Hyatt’s Environmental Goals:

Hyatt Earth 5 Key Focus Areas:Awareness, Communication and Education

Waste and Emissions

Energy and Water

Purchasing

Building Design and Construction

Awareness, Communication and Education

2008 to Present:

- VP of Environmental Affairs was appointed to lead Hyatt’s Environmental Diversity.

- Hyatt Earth Network was created and it is available for all Hyatt’s to stay connected.

- Hyatt has created and distributed the Green Team Blue Print to support and ensure all Hyatt hotels create a Green Team. Nearly all off Hyatt global has a green team today.

- Hyatt is a member of the International Tourism Partnership and Conservation Internationals’ Business and Diversity Council.

2009 to Future:

• Launch employee awareness and engagement programs globally.

• Integrate Hyatt’s commitment to the environment into employee hiring and orientation.

• Environmental Responsibility will be a core part of Global Hyatt’s DNA.

Waste Reduction

2008 to Present:

- Through waste audits, we are able to better understand Hyatt’s waste streams.

- Researching methods to understand carbon emissions; opportunities and challenges.

- Some properties have developed composting programs to reduce waste.

2009 to Future:

• Improve recycling and composting practices across our system and share best practices.

• We will have identified and mitigated, to the extent possible, the sources of harmful emission in our hotels world wide.

Energy and Water

2008 to Present:

- Tools were provided to all properties to detect and eliminate unnecessary water and energy consumption.

- Tools were then provided to improve energy and water efficiency of our properties.

2009 to Future:

• Hyatt is effectively employing renewable energy sources based on a combination of ROI benefits and environmental benefits.

Purchasing

2008 to Present:

- Hyatt is purchasing products that support Hyatt’s goal of purchasing products that are recyclable, biodegradable, reusable and free of toxins.

2009 to Future:

• Identify and eliminate 60% of products that Hyatt purchases that are disposable and not biodegradable.

• Reduce transportation distance of products.

Building Design and Construction

2009 to Future:

• Understand the best sustainable design standards around the world.

• Revise Hyatt’s existing Design Criteria to include the most relevant and comprehensive sustainable standards from around the world.

Grand Hyatt New York’s Green ProgramDiana BeltranEnvironmental Development Manager Grand Hyatt New York

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Our Motto:Our Motto:

Grand Hyatt New York cares about leaving our future generations with a healthier planet.

Our Vision:Our Vision:To reduce our carbon foot print now and through the future,

continually providing the best hospitality and accenting our guest experience.

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Grand Hyatt New York’sEnvironmental Program

Employees Acting Responsibly Through Hyatt• Awareness /

Communication / Education

• Waste Reduction

• Energy / Water Conservation

• Sustainable Purchasing

Awareness.Communication. Education.

Awareness.Communication. Education.

Awareness.Communication. Education.

Events Green Menu

The Big Green Apple Break

The Organic Lunch

Take me Out to the Green Game Coffee Break

Verde Dinner

Verde Dinner

Organic vegan Organic vegan manicotti with manicotti with roasted tomato roasted tomato

basil basil couliscoulisHerb crusted tilapiaHerb crusted tilapia

Citrus glazeCitrus glazeSoft polentaSoft polenta

Roasted peppersRoasted peppersBroccoli robeBroccoli robe

Vegan Tofu Vegan Tofu CheesecakeCheesecake

With Organic Berry With Organic Berry Compote Compote

Awareness.Communication. Education.

Waste Reduction

60 pounds per week.

Waste Reduction

Giving to the community - taking away from the landfills.15 Commodore Grills chairs donated to The Summer Youth Employment Program

1500 Compendiums were donated to NYC schools for art projects.

Energy.Water Conservation.

The “Conserve’ Program : January 2009

Sustainable Purchasing

NATURA WATER: Only water purification system of its kind that provides chilled sparkling and still water.

Leading by Example in NYC

Leading by Example in NYC

Earth Day Earth Day Grand Hyatt New York has adopted Emmaus House Shelter garden.

Creating a better environment for those in need.

Certified January 2009

Certified August 2008

Grand Hyatt New York is

pursuing the following certifications.

Grand Hyatt New York is participating in the LEED Existing Hotel Certification Initiative Program with 50 other hotels nationwide.

Exploring innovative operations for the future.

Contact Information

Diana Beltran Diana Beltran

Grand Hyatt New York

Environmental Development Manager

Diana.Beltran@hyatt.com

Direct Line: 646.213.6714