Orange County recognizes “Pollution Prevention Champion” Hilton Orlando

Orange County Environmental Protection Division is pleased to recognize a local Pollution Prevention (P2) champion.

Hilton Orlando, in partnership with the Surfrider Foundation, is home to two eating establishments that have recently been certified as Ocean Friendly Restaurants. The certification demonstrates a commitment by a restaurant to the environment and waterways, to reduce the plastic footprint.

David’s Club Bar & Grill and Spencer’s for Steaks and Chops have met the following mandatory criteria:

• No Styrofoam use
• No plastic bags for takeout orders
• No straws provided, unless requested by a guest
• Guests provided with reusable tableware
• Local recycling practices followed

“Aligning ourselves with the requirements was really quite easy,” said Hilton Orlando’s Director of Food & Beverage Justin Garner. “Pollution prevention has always been a strong focus of ours.”

In addition, the Surfrider Foundation requires that its restaurants meet at least two additional ocean friendly criteria from a list of five choices. Both David’s and Spencer’s met all five elective criteria.