Bed & Breakfast Taking Steps Towards SustainabilityQuestionnaire
Certifications:
Green Tourism (UK and Canada)
Do you utilise any renewable energy sources to produce energy on the hotel/accommodation premises?
Solar radiation
Biomass
What makes your hotel/accommodation eco-friendly?
Building materials from sustainable resources
Written environmental policy statement in place
The structure maximizes air flow to reduce the need for air-conditioning
The structure maximizes natural light to reduce the need for lighting and heating
Windows that block heat/cold (i.e. triple-glazed windows)
Rainwater collection and usage
Serving organic food at the restaurant
LED lighting throughout the premises
Electric car charging station(s) available
Toilets flush up to 6 litres per flush
Signs in the rooms informing guests that towels will only be changed upon request
Toilet paper made of non-chlorine bleached paper or awarded with an eco-label
Waste is separated into at least 3 categories
No disposable (single use) cups/glasses, plates and cutlery
Automatic system or key card that turns off the light and electrical appliances when guests leave their room
Air-conditioning and heating automatically switches off when windows are open
Most of the ingredients used to prepare meals are locally produced
A vegetarian alternative menu is proposed in the restaurant
An energy audit is carried out at least once every five years
Is there anything that you would like to highlight, add or clarify? We use Bioss Mass and Airsource heating as as well Solar hot water and Solar power to reduce our energy footprint and heat hot water. Well Water is used for irrigation and grey water supply - At Canto De Luz, a Luxury Stay doesn't have to weigh on our guests eco conscience !
