Our annual CodeGreen Challenge is a neck-and-neck competition for the greenest location of all! It gets our teams pumped up about reducing environmental impact and giving back to the communities where we live and work. This year, Caesars Windsor took the eco-friendly cake, with Harrah’s Ak-Chin in second place. It was too hard to pick a third place winner, so we awarded a tie to three locations in both Las Vegas and in Atlantic City!
First Place: Caesars Windsor
Caesars Windsor sweetened the deal for guests with giveaways, including three hybrid cars and CAD $30,000 (USD $22,300), plus double Total Reward credits for guests who opt in to the location’s CodeGreen hotel rooms.
Second Place: Harrah’s Ak-Chin
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On Earth Day, Harrah’s Ak-Chin had a special celebration in partnership with the Ak-Chin community, sharing a CodeGreen breakfast and educating people on all things green, from wildlife preservation to sustainable artwork. They took first place in the booth contest, drawing attendees in with their bicycle powered slot machine.
Tied for Third: Las Vegas Locations (Flamingo, Cromwell, LINQ)
Tied for Third: Atlantic City Locations (Caesars, Harrah’s, Bally’s)
Atlantic City leveraged Earth Month excitement to promote Meetings for Good, a menu of volunteer opportunities for our meetings and conventions clients. There were five groups that built in a Meetings for Good volunteer activity, supporting United Way, Humane Society, Clean the World and Salvation Army.
The three locations also hosted clean-ups, an Earth Day festival, participated in National Walking Day and much more. Plus, it was a special treat to see Hamiyd Washington, HR Trainer, dress up as Buddy Bison for local schools as part of the National Park Trust’s environmental education program!
Thanks to all Caesars Entertainment locations who participated in the CodeGreen Challenge this year!
Who says going green can’t be fun?!?! We asked our world-famous bartenders and chefs to create eco-inspired cocktails that were enjoyed around the country during April, which is Earth Month. And they rose to the occasion! The winners were selected based on the creativity and popularity of the cocktail. Check out these recipes, all of which are made with locally-sourced ingredients and served in a no-waste cup.
Our amazing team created more than 20 unique and delicious cocktails. The winners receive a $500 donation made to a nonprofit of the location’s choice. Read on for some happy hour inspiration, including photos and cocktail ingredients.
And cheers to our planet!
Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort
The Spicy Margarita: Basil- and jalapeno-infused syrup, Jose Cuervo Especial Silver Tequila, Sierra Mist and a basil-leaf garnish
Harrah’s Ak-Chin:
Gold Rush: A CodeGreen Cocktail: Locally sourced honey, fresh squeezed lemon and Jim Beam Bourbon.
Harrah’s Louisiana Downs and Horseshoe Bossier City: Strawberry Pie Martini, Green Kitty Punch, Horseshoe Sangria
Strawberry Pie Martini: Tito’s vodka, vanilla bean, Louisiana strawberries and locally sourced raw honey
Green Kitty Punch: Tito’s vodka, Malibu mango rum, pineapple juice and grenadine, topped with cherries and citrus slices
Horseshoe Sangria: Kiepersol Red Blend Wine, fresh Louisiana berries and fruit
Congrats to the inaugural CodeGreen Cocktail Challenge winners and thanks to all who participated!
Published Jun 15, 2017 2pm EDT / 11am PDT / 7pm BST / 8pm CEST
Sustainable Brands Staff