LAS VEGAS, NV - Escape Adventures, a leading active travel outfitter, is once
again gaining recognition for its proactive environmental
approach.
Escape Adventures is featured in a new report of
renewable energy best practices. The case study series, released by The
Renewable Energy in Tourism Initiative (RETI), focuses on industry leaders that
have adopted best practices in renewable energy and energy
efficiency.
"Escape Adventures' commitment to sustainability
is truly energizing," said Wendy Kerr, Project Coordinator, RETI. "This company
exemplifies the spirit of adventure and creativity needed to fully realize the
wealth of rewards made possible by incorporating renewable energy into the
tourism industry."
Escape's 'Best Practices' noted in the RETI study
include:
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Utilizing onsite solar panels to power its Moab
Tour Center and Las Vegas Bike Warehouse
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Fueling tour support vans with used vegetable oil
collected from local restaurants
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"Ride to work" program for employees, in which
they are paid $5/day for biking to work
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Sponsoring renewable energy projects to offset the
waste and carbon generation they are unable to eliminate
Escape Adventures goes to great lengths, both on
its outdoor tours, and behind the scenes, to minimize the affect its operations
have on the environment. Practicing Leave No Trace ethics limits the tours'
direct impact, while a commitment to waste reduction, conservation, and
alternative energies decreases the outfitter's overall footprint. All Escape
Adventures tours are carbon-neutral, and guests are offered an opportunity to
purchase green tags to offset their travel to the trip starting point.
"Escape Adventures stands out as a company that is
striving to uphold the highest environmental standards and become the benchmark
for small tour operators in the industry," said Brian T. Mullis, Co-founder and
President of Sustainable Travel International, the lead author of the study.
"Escape Adventures is becoming a catalyst for change, and we at Sustainable
Travel are proud to support and promote their efforts."
Specializing in western North America, Escape
Adventures is a leader in first-class eco-friendly cycling and multi-sport
adventure. For more information on Escape's environmental program and a full
list of tour options, visit www.escapeadventures.com. For more
information on the RETI study, visit www.renewabletourism.org.
