Meet Green

There are many ways to define environmental sustainability. At Dolce, our commitment to the environment means that our 4,000 staff members consider the effects of their actions on future generations.

At Dolce Hotels and Resorts, environmental sustainability is our contribution to a better tomorrow. We view climate change as one of the most challenging and most important concerns for the future of our business, and the future of the world.

Sustainability is also a tremendous opportunity. It is an opportunity to become a better company and conference centers by looking at every facet of our business—from the guest services and amenities we provide, to the energy we use—through the lens of sustainability.

The Dolce Hotels and Resorts sustainability program is a company-wide, comprehensive commitment to take on climate change issues and reduce the impact that each of our properties has on the environment.

Dolce Hotels and Resorts’ commitment to reducing our carbon footprint has led us to be a founding member of the Leaders in Environmental Action Partnership (LEAP). LEAP is an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to providing education and outreach services to help hospitality and travel service providers support environmental sustainability.

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DOLCE HOTELS AND RESORTS ANNOUNCES PROMISING COLLABORATION
WITH CLIMATE SAVERS COMPUTING INITIATIVE^sm

Hospitality Company Teams with Energy-Reducing
Non-profit Organization to Enhance Conservation Efforts

MONTVALE, NEW JERSEY (2009) - Dolce Hotels and Resorts, formerly Dolce International, implements yet another aspect of its recent rebranding initiative by announcing a new membership to the Climate Savers Computing Initiative ^sm, . This proactive measure that will reduce Dolce’s “carbon footprint” by establishing more energy efficient computing standards at the company will support Dolce’s enduring commitment to serving the community in a local and global sense. Through this collaboration with Climate Savers Computing, a non-profit organization of eco- conscious consumers, businesses and organizations working to spur the use and development of energy efficient technologies, Dolce complements other eco- conscious measures that have been a core value for many years and some that were recently implemented during its August brand relaunch.

Aimed at Dolce’s internal operations, the Climate Savers Computing Initiative will help cast awareness on the issue of minimizing energy consumption thereby reducing carbon dioxide emissions by improving the efficiency of power delivery to the company’s computing infrastructure. One of the most immediate ways the Climate Savers Computing Initiative at Dolce will increase energy efficiency is by reducing energy usage when computers are in an inactive state by ensuring all computers are turned off after a certain hour.
Other immediate measures that Dolce will implement as part of its sustainability efforts include:

• Purchasing only ENERGY STAR qualified computers, printers or servers
• Configuring all computers at Dolce corporate offices and individual properties to “sleep” when not used for 20 minutes
• Turning off computers, printers, screens and lights in each office, effective November 2008
• Setting the appropriate temperature for the Air Conditioning in the Computer Rooms
• Adding sensors and timers to auto turn on/off lights in backstage areas
• Turning off Audio Visual equipments every time, not to be left in “sleep” mode

“Predating our recent rebranding efforts, Dolce Hotels and Resorts has been committed to the environmental stewardship with our locals and communities. Through implementing the Climate Savers Computing Initiative, we reinforce this commitment and take a major stride in becoming the most green meetings hospitality company in the industry, dedicated to delivering a healthier, cleaner environment for our guests, staff and world. Dolce’s Global Technology Team is thrilled implement Climate Savers Computing’s best practices and look forward to contributing to a better Dolce and a better future,” said Gerald Lampaert, Vice President of Global Information Technology.

The Climate Savers Computing Initiative was started by Google and Intel in 2007 and is a non-profit group of eco -conscious consumers, conservation organizations and businesses. Climate Savers Computing Initiative has more than 350 member companies and organizations that have committed to reduce computer power consumption. By improving the computer’s power delivery and reducing energy consumed the Initiative aims to meet pre set, specified efficiency targets and get corporate participants to commit to purchasing power-efficient computing products.

“Climate Savers Computing is working to reduce global CO2 emissions from the operation of computers by 54 million tons per year by 2010,” said Pat Tiernan, executive director of the Climate Savers Computing Initiative. “We are pleased that Dolce Hotels and Resorts has decided to join Climate Savers Computing and make a commitment to sustainable IT practices.”

In addition to the new Climate Savers Computing membership, Dolce Hotels and Resorts places a high value in doing its part to practically and positively affect its local and global neighbors through implementing environmentally conscious initiatives aimed at guests such as the ‘Meet Green’ program allowing meeting planner to know determine the environmental impact of their meetings by using Dolce’s ‘Plan it Green’ step-by-step guide to green meetings. For more information on Dolce Hotels and Resorts and their green initiatives, please visit the Meet Green Section at www.dolce.com. For additional information on Climate Savers Computing, visit www.climatesaverscomputing.org .

About Dolce Hotels and Resorts: Dolce Hotels and Resorts, formerly Dolce International, is a unique global hospitality company specializing in delivering an exceptional meetings experience by providing the most hospitable environments for people to meet and learn. Whether for business or leisure, distinctive elements inspire the most productive meetings, events and celebrated experiences. Dolce integrates superior cuisine and amenities, facilities with state-of-the-art technology, and a community of passionate, intuitive associates to remain at the forefront of the hospitality industry with 23 unique properties in the U.S., Canada and Europe.

Dolce’s Hotel and Resort portfolio includes properties such as Lakeway Resort and Spa in Austin, Texas; Dolce Hayes Mansion in San Jose, Calif.; Dolce Chantilly in the Paris area and Dolce Sitges in the Barcelona area. The company’s Conference Hotels feature properties such as IBM Palisades Center in Palisades, N.Y.; American Airlines Training & Conference Center in Fort Worth, Texas and The William F. Bolger Center in Potomac, Md. Every property meets International Association of Conference Centers standards and is equally lauded by organizations such as AAA, Mobil, Michelin and Meeting Professionals International. Well-suited for leisure travelers, many Dolce destinations offer spas, championship golf courses and workout facilities. Founded in 1981 by Chairman & Managing Director, Andy Dolce, the company is headquartered in Montvale, New Jersey and Paris, France. Majority-owned by Broadreach Capital Partners, Dolce has approximately 4,000 employees worldwide. Visit www.dolce.com.

About the Climate Savers Computing Initiative
The Climate Savers Computing Initiative is a nonprofit group of eco-conscious consumers, businesses and conservation organizations dedicated to cutting the energy consumption of computers in half. More than 350 companies and organizations have joined the Initiative since its launch in June 2007, and thousands of individuals have pledged their support. The Initiative is led by Dell, Google, HP, Intel, Lenovo, Microsoft and the World Wildlife Fund. Sponsors include Acer, AMD, Delta Electronics, Fujitsu, Hitachi, Intuit, Lite-On, NEC, Sun and Supermicro.
For more information about the Initiative and to pledge your support, visit www.climatesaverscomputing.org.

Climate Savers® is a trademark or registered trademark of World Wildlife Fund Inc., an international conservation organization. Used under license.

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