To realize our commitment to protecting and regenerating ecosystems for the benefit of all we operate according to a balance of the 4Cs — Conservation, Community, Culture and Commerce. We feel this ensures that travel experiences have a positive impact and that our hospitality project is socially and financially sustainable.
Our strategy in short
- Develop an inspiring hospitality operation for nature-loving and discerning travelers who demand or seek authentic and restorative experiences in a truly responsible & sustainable nature-based tourism setting.
- Create a net-zero energy community in total harmony with their natural environment, using green building principles, design for maintainability, circular use and low cost of ownership.
- Apply principles of smart reforestation on land and forest we manage.
- Make knowledge-based decisions in the development of (landscape) design, management and customer care that is specifically strategized to reduce stress, promote calm and create comfort.
- Develop, sustain and promote climate-smart agriculture practices to support our food needs.
- Involve, educate and train visitors, institutions and people from local community to support our mission.
- Encourage nature-therapy training and cutting-edge research that explores the inherent connection between nature and improved wellbeing to support mission.
- Collect data to monitor our performance and support our mission.
How does this work in practice? Some real-world examples:
Global Ecosphere Retreat (GER)
As such we plan to become certified GER by The Long Run, a sustainable travel movement that helps business, nature and people work together for a better future.
LEED standard
As to our building methods, we will attain to the United States Green Building Council. Whenever practical, we will go for the LEED Gold or higher standard.
LEED is the most widely used green building rating system in the world. LEED certification provides independent verification of a building’s green features, allowing for the design, construction, operations and maintenance of resource-efficient, high-performing, healthy, cost-effective buildings. LEED is the triple bottom line in action, benefiting people, planet and profit.
Sustainable Hotel
We also follow the guidelines of Conservation International on siting, designing and building a sustainable hotel.
Environmental management
In our operations we follow the industry guide on sustainable operation as published by the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance (formerly known as the International Tourism Partnership).