Hope Lake Lodge Information

At Hope Lake Lodge, we are committed to the environment; whether it is in the preservation of our natural spring fed lake, or our natural trails that join the Finger Lakes Trail System. Our lodge is designed to be a "Green Hotel" as defined by the US Green Building Council's LEED (Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design) certification program. Hope Lake Lodge will be the first certified LEED hotel in New York State! The mission of the US Green Building Council is to create buildings that are environmentally sound and sustainable. This means that our guests can enjoy all the luxuries of a four star resort knowing that environmental impacts and energy are minimized. The cornerstone of the facility's green program is a geothermal heat pump system for heating and cooling needs. In addition, great measures have been taken to minimize unnecessary water and energy usage throughout the resort. From energy efficient lights to an ozonator in the commercial laundry facility, few opportunities to save energy and minimize water usage have been missed. Another element that may be more subtle is the use of recycled or local materials used to construct the resort as well as indigenous plants for the landscaping to eliminate the need for a permanent irrigation system.