Our commitment to the environment
Environment-friendly practices have been a foundation of operating standards at the Calgary TELUS Convention Centre for more than 25 years.
Environmental stewardship isn’t just a handy phrase, it’s a way of life at CTCC. From the sales team who work with clients to encourage greener meetings, to the day-to-day operations of facilities and offices, every aspect of our operations is reviewed. CTCC has an Environmental Committee that meets regularly and all employees receive environmental stewardship training.
Building systems, office equipment and low-flow water fixtures are selected and operated for optimum energy efficiency. We buy renewable “green” power. Extensive recycling and reduction programs are in place across the entire facility. We utilize green cleaning products and recycled paper products whenever possible, and every effort is made to use suppliers who employ environment-friendly products and procedures. We’re constantly reviewing and improving in order to ensure we make good on our mission to provide an eco-friendly facility for the enjoyment of our employees, stakeholders, and the public.
Building Owners and Managers Association Awards
CTCC has received BOMA Building Environmental Standards (BOMA BESt) Level 3 certification. BOMA developed this program to recognize and reward environmental leadership within the commercial real estate industry. According to BOMA, “Buildings at this level of certification have higher performance and demonstrate excellence in management. Level 3 buildings typically have been managing with energy and environmental performance in mind for several years. Management in these buildings is usually forward-thinking with flexibility to pursue environmental initiatives.”
Go Green BOMA Environment Award
CTCC was the first building in Alberta to be certified BOMA Go Green in recognition of responsible environmental practices in Building Operations. BOMA Go Green focuses on five key areas where commercial buildings have environmental impacts: resource consumption (energy), waste reduction and recycling, building materials, interior environment and tenant awareness.