Marriott International has opened TownePlace Suites Denver Airport at Gateway Park, the brand’s first LEED Volume hotel. The LEED Volume program awards certification based on a pre-approved prototype and process. The property has implemented a number of sustainable initiatives, including:

• Light-colored roofing that reflects heat and saves energy;
• 70 percent Energy Star-certified appliances including refrigerators, TVs, computers, and kitchen equipment
• Water-efficient toilets and aerated bathroom faucets
• 10 percent of the building materials used contain recycled content
• “On demand” ventilation that provides fresh air for occupied spaces without wasting energy on unoccupied areas
• LED lighting and controls that turn off the lights
• Daylight sensors to reduce electrical lighting with natural sunlight
• Renewable energy sources such as solar or wind