Unconventional
meetings
“Greening” your meeting, that is, reducing your environmental impact, is easier than you think. Find out about our sustainable food sources and area hotels and restaurants that are certified green to lessen your carbon footprint.

Planner's Guide
Green Meetings
Newport and Bristol Counties, bordered by miles of precious coastline and home to thousands of protected acres, have long been committed to environmental responsibility. From the solar-powered trash compactors found in downtown Newport to restaurants serving sustainable seafood and organic dishes throughout or region, we look to reduce our carbon footprint wherever possible.
Rhode Island Hospitality Green Certification Program
The Rhode Island Hospitality Green Certification Program is a voluntary self-certification program to assist business in the Hospitality sector with attaining green performance standards, implementing best management practices, and complying with environmental regulatory requirements. A number of hotels and restaurants have completed the certification program and you can find a list of these properties here: Hotels | Restaurants