Your eco-friendly hotel might not be so green after all

CNN — Hotels, like so many other businesses, go through waves based on changing attitudes – from design to amenities to excursions. While many travelers say they are concerned about the environment, it isn’t always their only concern when booking hotels for a trip – price, location and loyalty programs also play a significant role. But that’s sort of like assuming that any show on Netflix is going to be higher quality than a show on a mainstream network – you’re going to have to watch the programs and decide for yourself, even if it’s the unnecessary fourth and fifth seasons of “Orange Is the New Black.” Part of the greening process is financial. Well, ultimately, even though it’s plant-based, it has additives in it that treat it that make it act exactly like plastics, and so it did exactly the same thing if it landed in the ocean.” Ultimately, Marriott opted to stop using straws – regardless of material – except on request from a customer. “Every time you ask, even though you might not get the answer you were hoping for, you’re part of the process in creating change.” More than plastic bottles Okay, so you only stay at LEED-certified hotels that have eliminated single-use plastics.