That refuted some of the casino’s claims about dealing with smoke.

The letter noted the public backlash to the casino’s smoking policy following the grand opening this year and highlighted expert reports “Unfortunately, it is difficult to see how Rivers Casino can be committed to occupant wellness when the property continues to allow smoking indoors.” “According to GBI’s representatives, Rivers Casino Portsmouth received this certification because of its ‘dedication to resource efficiency, reducing environmental impacts, and enhancing occupant wellness,’” writes Hallett. In a letter to the GBI, Cynthia Hallett, President and CEO of Americans for Nonsmokers’ Rights (ANR), asked GBI to reconsider the “two green globes” rating and highlighted how the casino’s indoor smoking policy is in direct conflict with key competencies associated with their award. Americans for Nonsmokers’ Rights Sends Letter to Green Building Initiative Calling on Organization to Revoke Certification for Rivers Portsmouth “It Is Difficult to See How Rivers Casino Can Be Committed To Occupant Wellness When The Property Continues To Allow Smoking Indoors.”Ĭontact: CA-Advocates for smokefree casinos are pushing back on a recent certification granted to Rivers Casino Portsmouth by the Green Building Initiative (GBI), citing the casino’s indoor smoking policy.

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