Our environment goals are aligned to the following United Nations Sustainable Development goals: Clean water and sanitation (6), Affordable and clean energy (7), Decent work and economic growth (8), responsible consumption and production (12) and Climate action (13).
We implement and improve an environmental management system based on ISO 14001:2015 requirements and Green Key Criteria to enhance environmental performance.
We endorse, promote, and apply the Reduce, Reuse and Recycle approach. Here are some instances: Decrease waste generation by cutting down on consumption, curbing packaging waste through bulk purchases, urging suppliers to minimize or reuse packaging, repurpose old fabrics and linens for cleaning, and opt for products featuring recycled content such as recycled paper or toilet rolls.
We provide environmental education and training.
We train our employees for utilizing equipment in the most optimal manner.
We placed signs and stickers to remind associates to conserve water and energy.
Effectively managing, measuring, and minimizing the nadverse effects of the hotel operation concerning energy and water consumption, carbon footprintm climate change mitigation, pollution prevention, environmental pollutants (air pollutants, fertilizers, pesticides), safeguarding biodiversity and ecosystems (both local and global), conserving natural resources, and waste reduction.
We meticulously track daily energy consumption by comparing it against an energy benchmark.
7. 95% of the lighting fixtures are powered by LED technology. We prioritize the use of LED lamps for both replacement and new installations. We are dedicated to transitioning all lighting to LED options, carefully selecting the lowest wattage suitable for our lighting requirements.
We employ light sensors and control exterior lights and signs through timers and sensors.
We substitute decorative outdoor lighting with solar-powered alternatives, lretaining electric lighting solely for emergency lights and those necessary to remain on throughout the night for health and safety purposes.
Kitchen equipment, TVs, computers, and other devices are turned off when not in use.
We replace older equipment with the latest, most energy efficient technology and establish an ongoing plan to consistently pursue this approach.
Power to vacant or out-of-order guestrooms, conference, and banquet rooms is turned off if they will remain so for four days or more.
We regularly clean and defrost fridges and freezers. Refrigerator and freezer door seals are inspected at least every six months.
Standard cooling and heating temperatures are set and monitored by the BMS system.
We strongly encourage the usage of environmentally friendly transportation. Measures include safe bicycle parking, electric car charging stations, public transportation tickets, and a free shuttle bus to employee housing.
Aerators and flow restrictors are installed in guest rooms and public bathrooms to reduce water flow.
We control daily water leaks and water consumption.
Our commitment to sustainability extends to irrigation, where we use 100% treated municipal wastewater.
To ensure optimal and efficient plant watering, we use a central computerized drip irrigation system with underground water pipes and connectors, minimizing evaporation and benefiting plant roots.
We are proud of our environmentally friendly bed and towel practices. A linen change card is placed in every guestroom. Guests who wish to keep their linen intact place the card on the bed, while towels left on the floor signal a request for replacement.
We acknowledge the single-use plastic issue by taking the responsibility to actively reduce their usage, favoring eco-friendly alternatives when possible.
Our approach follows the '4-Rs': Reduce, Reuse, Replace, and Recycle. We eliminate unnecessary single-use items, opt for reusable alternatives (i.e. reusable plastic glasses), source sustainably, and ensure proper disposal.
Our efforts include identifying different types of hotel waste, measuring quantities, and setting targets and planning to minimise our environmental footpring by decreasing, recycling and/or reusing waste.
To minimise environmental impacts from hazardous substances we are reducing their usage, storing them safely and ensuring proper usage and disposal practises.
We are cautious in using disinfecting substances, opting for less harmful options and using them only when absolutely necessary.
We are dedicated to eco-friendly practises in landscaping. Our bland-based fertilizers from green waste contribute to healthy plants. All pesticides and fertilizers in line with the National and European Union legislation and good practices.
Supporting local biodiverstity is crucial to us. We maximize the hotel's green spaces, we plant flowers with pollen and nectar, choose native and self-growing plants like pines, cypress, olive trees, palms and actively eradicating ineradicate invasive species that threaten local species.
We prioritze sustainable procurement. We select suppliers and products that align with responsible sourcing, focusing on recyclable, sustainably produced/sourced, fair trade, organic, FSC, MSC, delivered in less packaging, energy efficient, water saving and environmentally friendly options.
We are commited to respect animal welfare through the "Five Freedoms" endorsed by the World Organization for Animal Health and includes: 1) freedom from thirst, hunger and malnutrition; 2) freedom from discomfort; 3) freedom from pain, injury and disease; 4) freedom to express normal behavior, and 5) freedom from fear and distress.
We refrain from selling wildlife species or articles made from materials of wildlife materials. This includes food using protected animals.
In-house entertainment does not involve domesticated or wild animals, avoiding the use of animals for staged photos.
We abstain from exhibiting wildlife species or supporting unacceptable conditions in zoos, aquariums, circuses, or paid animal photography.
