We prioritize locally sourced ingredients, supporting nearby farmers and producers reduces our carbon footprint as less pollutions is created during transport. It also helps the local economy grow and thrive.
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sustainable RESPONSIBLITY
At Fairmont Olympic, we embrace our role in one of the nation’s most sustainable cities, offering a luxurious, eco-conscious experience. We reduce food waste, cut plastic, conserve energy, and partner with community organizations that share our sustainability goals.
Water management
Partnerships
Sustainable food
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Sustainable certifications
Saving water at Olympic
Through advanced filtration and monitoring systems, we optimize water usage while ensuring guest comfort. Our hotel’s water filtration system eliminates the need for 268,000 plastic bottles each year by providing glass refillable water bottles in every suite.
Through advanced filtration and monitoring systems, we optimize water usage while ensuring guest comfort. Our hotel’s water filtration system eliminates the need for 268,000 plastic bottles each year by providing glass refillable water bottles in every suite.
Guests can contribute to our conservation efforts by reusing linens during their stay and receive a dining credit as a reward. This initiative helps us conserve water, electricity, natural gas, and cleaning products.
Our sustainable engagements
Our comprehensive recycling program encourages guests and staff to minimize waste by recycling paper, plastic, and other materials.
We’ve eliminated single-use plastics with initiatives like plastic-free key cards, grab-and-go containers, straws and large-format bath amenities, reducing 135,000 small plastic bottles annually. Our reusable bath products and water filtration system save an additional 268,000 plastic bottles each year, supporting a more sustainable guest experience.
Through our carbon management program, we aim to reduce emissions by improving energy efficiency and using renewable energy sources.
Drive electric? Charge while you stay! Then, explore Seattle’s stunning surroundings on a biodiesel excursion. Visit Mount St. Helens to learn about the 1980 eruption, hike Mt. Rainier for breathtaking valley views, or discover Olympic National Park’s million-acre wilderness and Pacific coastline.
From seed to plate, our rooftop honeybee garden is a testament to sustainability. We cultivate fresh produce and vibrant flowers in compost-enriched soil, supporting bee pollination while handpicking herbs that are thoughtfully showcased in the seasonal dishes at The George restaurant.
We follow a responsible purchasing policy by sourcing food locally (within 200 miles), partnering with eco-friendly suppliers (B Corp, carbon neutral), using eco-friendly products like cleaning supplies, and supporting local upcycled goods.
Leading the Way in Sustainable Hospitality
At Fairmont Olympic, we are deeply committed to sustainability, recognizing that the pristine beauty of the Emerald City is not just a backdrop, but a responsibility we share.
ROOFTOP BEE HAVEN
Our comprehensive bee program encourages new bee habitas, crucial for the long-term survial of the honeybee species, who are the most effective pollinators on the planet. Our bees produce a natural raw honey, which we use in our restaurants and bars.
GUESTS
As our guest, you can make a meaningful difference during your stay. We invite you to participate in our green initiatives by reducing energy and water use, recycling, and choosing environmentally friendly options where possible.
FOOD & BEVERAGE
Savor the flavors of Seattle with our sustainable dining options. At Fairmont Olympic, we believe that great food can also be eco-friendly.
PARTNERS
We are proud to collaborate with like-minded partners who share our vision for a greener future. Together with our local and international partners, we continue to innovate and implement sustainability initiatives that protect our natural surroundings and support our community.
