NEW YORK, April 9, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Perf Go Green Holdings, Inc. ("Perf Go Green") (OTCBB:PGOG) the leader in biodegradable plastic products and everyday green solutions, today announced its partnership with The Westin New York at Times Square, a distinguished AAA Four Diamond hotel which recently received a GS-33 Lodging Properties Silver certification from Green Seal(tm), becoming the first hotel in the state of New York to be recognized by the organization, and the first Westin Hotel worldwide to earn silver status. The Westin New York at Times Square will use Perf Go Green biodegradable commercial trash bags for their entire hotel operations including executive offices, hotel trashcans, steward stations and ice bucket containers.
"We at Perf Go Green are proud to partner with The Westin New York at Times Square as part of our initiative to stop trashing the planet and to embrace solutions that will help us live on a cleaner and healthier planet," said Tony Tracy, Perf Go Green Chairman and CEO. "Everyone at Perf Go Green believes in reusing, recycling, and reducing our impact on the environment as much as possible by providing eco-conscious products that will help facilitate a greener lifestyle."
"Part of the reason The Westin New York at Times Square was recognized as a Green Seal hotel is because we look at each and every possible way to further our commitment to the environment, from big details like hotel-wide recycling programs, to smaller and equally as important things such as biodegradable trash bags," said Gerard Widder, general manager of The Westin New York at Times Square. "Our partnership with Perf Go Green is a natural tie-in with our efforts to operate a more sustainable hotel and further underscores our dedication to protecting the earth."
About Perf Go Green
Perf Go Green, Holdings Inc. (OTCBB:PGOG) (http://www.perfgogreen.com), the leader in biodegradable plastic products and everyday green solutions, is a New York-based biodegradable plastics company. The corporate name reflects its "Go Green" mission from inception to create a Green company for the development and global marketing of eco-friendly, non-toxic, food contact compliant, biodegradable plastic products as a practical and viable solution to eliminating plastic waste from the world environment. Founded in November 2007, Perf Go Green premiered at the March 2008 International Home and Housewares Show in Chicago, where its biodegradable trash bags received an honor for their design quality and innovation. The Perf Go Green biodegradable trash bag line currently includes 13 gallon tall kitchen and 30 and 39 gallon lawn & leaf bags, along with Cat Pan Liners, Doggie Duty Bags and Plastic Drop Cloths. Just one year later in 2009, Perf Go Green launched 0% cadmium, 0% lead, 0% mercury PerfPower(tm) Alkaline Batteries with free recycling, through www.i-recycled.com, and their all-natural and sustainable Perf Go Clean(tm) line of household and commercial cleaning products.
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About The Westin New York www.westinny.com
A distinguished AAA Four Diamond ranked hotel, The Westin New York at Times Square, with its eye-catching facade and signature beam of light, is located at 270 W. 43rd Street in the heart of the world-acclaimed theater district and within walking distance to many family-friendly sights in Times Square. The hotel is the first Westin Hotel and first property in New York to receive the GS-33 Lodging Properties Silver certification from Green Seal(tm). All 863 guestrooms and suites, including 124 Westin Executive Club(r) Rooms and Suites, and a Presidential Suite, are undergoing a $20-million refreshment program to enhance residential look of the guestrooms. All guestrooms and suites feature Westin's world famous Heavenly Bed(r) and Heavenly Bath(r); workstation with task lights, cordless phone, voicemail, data ports, and wireless and high-speed Internet access; dual-line phones; an intelligent refrigerated refreshment center replenishing favorite items automatically; in-room safe that can accommodate a laptop; AM/FM clock radio; deluxe grooming amenities; iron/ironing board; hair dryer; One-Cup coffee maker with complimentary Starbucks(r) coffee; individual climate control, and most offer incredible views of the city and the Hudson River. The entire 23rd floor of the hotel has been converted into Spa Inspired Guestrooms that feature an electronic Shiatsu Massage chair, aromatherapy bath amenities, a mini-bar with healthy alternatives, health and fitness magazines and more. Nestled atop the 44th floor with sweeping vistas of the Hudson River is the 1,200 square-foot Renewal Suite which features chromotherapy, digital art, a spa bath, tranquil water, and light and music features throughout. The newly-renovated hotel features New York City's first Shula's Steak House; Bar 10, a trendy lounge; wireless internet access throughout; 24-hour room service; a fitness center; a spa with treatment rooms and saunas; a concierge and theater ticket desk, among other services. The Westin New York at Times Square was named one of America's Top 11 Healthiest Hotels by Health magazine and AOL CityGuide and is a certified member of the Green Hotels Association. The hotel is interconnected to E Walk(r), a 200,000 square-foot entertainment and retail complex featuring movie theaters, restaurants, and shops.
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