We are highlighting the incredible efforts of the Aspen businesses participating in the Colorado Green Business Network. This program is designed to support and recognize businesses that are committed to sustainable practices. Through this series, we'll showcase how these businesses are making a difference in our community through their impactful initiatives. iTrip Aspen Snowmass earned bronze level recognition. Below, they discuss their experience with the program and continued dedication to sustainability.
Colorado Green Business Network of Aspen: iTrip Aspen Snowmass
iTrip Aspen Snowmass is a locally owned and operated vacation rental property management business working in Aspen and Snowmass. iTrip Aspen Snowmass has a singular focus on vacation rental property management with a passion for the guest's experience and homeowner's satisfaction. Our business is committed to delivering a five-star experience for guests, owners and staff. In this mission we strive to be the best partner with our community.
How has the Colorado Green Business Network been helpful to you?
The Colorado Green Business Network has given us the opportunity to be a better partner with our environment. Through the recognition process, we were able to recognize additional processes we could execute to be more sustainable. We discovered that our many small efforts added up to a big impact and how easy it is to implement these daily practices into our way of doing business.
Sustainability Initiatives Highlights
When items in our vacation rentals no longer serve their original purpose we don’t simply throw them away. We’ve built partnerships with local organizations to give these items a second life. Furniture, décor, and household items find new homes through donations to local thrift stores, our dedicated staff members, Habitat for Humanity of the Roaring Fork, and the Pitkin County Landfill Mercantile. We participate in Pitkin County's e-waste day to ensure electronics are properly recycled, and we've established systems for recycling everything from light bulbs and batteries to paper, glass, cardboard, and plastic. When our linens and towels reach the end of their useful life, we don't waste them—unusable towels are donated to the Aspen Animal Shelter where they provide comfort to animals in need, while worn linens are recycled at the Rio Grande Recycling Center.
Energy conservation is a cornerstone of our sustainability program. Our team diligently adjusts thermostats and closes curtains in unoccupied units to minimize energy consumption. We turn off all lights, electronics, and air conditioners when properties aren't in use, and we're continuously upgrading to energy-efficient appliances as older models need replacement.
Why Should Other Businesses Join the Program?
Aspen and Pitkin County have so many resources available to help all businesses be more sustainable. The Colorado Green Business Network experience brings to light the many options a business has to easily affect the environment in a positive way.
Importance of This Work in Aspen
If every business implemented new sustainable practices, small or large, it would go a long way towards maintaining our quality of life in our beautiful mountain town. The Colorado Green Business Network application process brought to light some additional ways our business can be more sustainable.
Future Sustainability Plans
This coming year we will be implementing composting in our office and continue to improve on our sustainability efforts.
Learn more about the Colorado Green Business Network of Aspen and its positive impact on our community.
