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Hotels Taking Steps Towards Sustainability in Sri Lanka
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This hotel is a pioneer in sustainable tourism, holding LEED and Green Globe certifications. It treats and repurposes 100% of wastewater, aims for zero waste to landfill, and conserves a significant forest area around the property. It utilizes rainwater harvesting and solar panels for water and energy needs.
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This hotel utilizes a biomass boiler and a large solar photovoltaic system, including bi-facial panels, for significant energy needs. It has an onsite water bottling plant, treats 100% of wastewater, uses a biogas digester, and offers guided sustainability tours for guests.
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Built on a restored wetland, this resort harvests rainwater, treats wastewater for irrigation, and uses a biogas plant for food waste. Construction uses locally-sourced natural materials, and an onsite water bottling plant reduces plastic waste. It is recognized internationally as a leading eco-hotel.
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Part of a group committed to GSTC guidelines, this resort features one of the largest solar farms among hotels in Sri Lanka. It implements water conservation practices, is phasing out single-use plastics, and supports community and wildlife conservation initiatives like addressing human-elephant conflict.
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This lodge is a pioneer in sustainable resort design, using natural and locally sourced materials like bamboo and reclaimed teak. It features solar panels for energy, a water management system that desalinates ocean water and recycles it for animal waterholes, and on-site organic waste composting. The design minimizes environmental impact and blends seamlessly with the landscape. They also work with local conservation organizations and are building a Leopard and Climate Change research station.
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As an agro-tourism hotel, Jetwing Kaduruketha integrates farming into the guest experience. The hotel promotes traditional Sri Lankan village life, supports local farmers, and operates with sustainable energy and waste management systems.
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Designed with sustainable architecture, this hotel has a farm-to-table concept with organically grown vegetables and fruits from its greenhouse, aiming for 80% self-produced ingredients. It sources fresh seafood and meat from local farmers. The hotel is recognized for its sustainability efforts and is located in a tropical rainforest zone.
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Certifications:
ISO 21401 Sustainable Accommodation
ISO 14024 Ecolabelling
ISO 14001 Environmental management systems
Do you utilise any renewable energy sources to produce energy on the hotel/accommodation premises?
Solar radiation
Hydro
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)
Engaged in eco-friendly initiatives (i.e. reforestation, wildlife conservation)
Rainwater collection and usage
Use of non-toxic cleaning products
Serving organic food at the restaurant
LED lighting throughout the premises
Environmental manager appointed
Employees are trained to follow environmental policies
Bicycles provided to guests
Electric car charging station(s) available
Toilets flush up to 6 litres per flush
Wastewater is reused after treatment
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
Organic waste is composted
Automatic system or key card that turns off the light and electrical appliances when guests leave their room
Most of the ingredients used to prepare meals are locally produced
A vegetarian alternative menu is proposed in the restaurant
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Flameback Eco Lodge is committed to environmental and community contributions, donating a portion of room revenue to an Eco & Social development fund. They use environmentally friendly, biodegradable materials in construction, energy-conserving LED lighting, and have a wastewater treatment plant. They avoid plastic products and use recycled paper and glass bottles.
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What makes your hotel/accommodation eco-friendly?
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
Engaged in eco-friendly initiatives (i.e. reforestation, wildlife conservation)
Employees are trained to follow environmental policies
Recycling bins in guest rooms
A vegetarian alternative menu is proposed in the restaurant
Answers last updated by Flameback Eco Lodge
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This resort is committed to sustainability, being solar-powered, plastic-free, and water-self-sufficient with an on-site water treatment plant. It uses solar-heated water for showers and water-saving devices on taps. The Aarunya Nature Foundation oversees initiatives in biodiversity enhancement, biodynamic farming, reforestation, and community development, sourcing produce from its organic estate and local farmers.
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Set on 100 acres with minimal dwellings to reduce environmental impact, this retreat generates 100% of its electricity from solar panels. It features an organic farm using compost, a water management system supporting local farmers, and uses electric vehicles and bicycles for transport.
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This resort incorporates sustainable practices such as rainwater harvesting, composting organic waste for gardens, and eliminating single-use plastic water bottles by using reusable glass ones. It utilizes sustainable materials in its construction and sources ingredients locally for its restaurant. The resort also actively engages in beach cleanups.
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This resort is Level 1 Certified, indicating a high commitment to sustainability. It actively implements waste elimination and diversion strategies and is part of a local community focused on preserving natural beauty and marine life.
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This resort is built on a philosophy of sustainability, utilizing reclaimed materials in construction and natural ventilation to reduce energy consumption by over 70%. It features high-capacity solar panels for electricity, an advanced Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) that irrigates 80% of its gardens, and transforms organic waste into biogas for cooking and heating. The resort also emphasizes local and organic ingredients sourced from its on-site greenhouse and beekeeping.
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This resort utilizes solar energy, maintains an on-site garden, and prioritizes local sourcing. It actively reduces plastic usage and uses traditional ox carts for some transportation and beach cleaning. Accommodations are sustainably built from coconut palm trees with natural ventilation.
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Jetwing Hotels generally have a strong focus on sustainability, with initiatives in energy efficiency, waste management, and community engagement. While specific details for Jetwing Yala's individual eco-friendly practices weren't extensively detailed in the search results, the brand's overall commitment to sustainable tourism suggests a level of eco-consciousness at this property.
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This resort promotes a sustainable ethos, blending luxurious comfort with environmentally friendly practices, although specific details of their eco-initiatives are not provided in the given data.
Questionnaire
What makes your hotel/accommodation eco-friendly?
Green roof
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
Engaged in eco-friendly initiatives (i.e. reforestation, wildlife conservation)
Rainwater collection and usage
Use of non-toxic cleaning products
Serving organic food at the restaurant
LED lighting throughout the premises
Employees are trained to follow environmental policies
Bicycles provided to guests
Electric car charging station(s) available
Wastewater is reused after treatment
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
Organic waste is composted
Automatic system or key card that turns off the light and electrical appliances when guests leave their room
Most of the ingredients used to prepare meals are locally produced
A vegetarian alternative menu is proposed in the restaurant
Is there anything that you would like to highlight, add or clarify?Sustainability and community development have been at the core of Karpaha Sands’ values and project since inception and integrated throughout all parts of our hotel to a most probably unmatched level in Sri Lanka.
At Karpaha Sands, we are proud to contribute to the transformation of the East Coast by actively seeking to employ and train people from nearby villages, often from scratch, giving them the opportunity to find a stable employment opportunity and train as professional hoteliers despite their lack of formal education. A large part of our team has been with us since even before the hotel opening and continues to grow with us, although several went on to develop their career further in the country or overseas. Karpaha Sands is in particular the main employer for the nearby Kiran village and provides livelihood for many families in the village.
At Karpaha Sands, we are proud to contribute to the transformation of the East Coast by actively seeking to employ and train people from nearby villages, often from scratch, giving them the opportunity to find a stable employment opportunity and train as professional hoteliers despite their lack of formal education. A large part of our team has been with us since even before the hotel opening and continues to grow with us, although several went on to develop their career further in the country or overseas. Karpaha Sands is in particular the main employer for the nearby Kiran village and provides livelihood for many families in the village.
Answers last updated by Karpaha Sands
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Focuses on organic farming and sustainable living. Offers guests an immersive experience in eco-friendly agriculture and promotes local produce.
Questionnaire
Do you utilise any renewable energy sources to produce energy on the hotel/accommodation premises?
Solar radiation
What makes your hotel/accommodation eco-friendly?
Building materials from sustainable resources
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
Engaged in eco-friendly initiatives (i.e. reforestation, wildlife conservation)
Rainwater collection and usage
Use of non-toxic cleaning products
Serving organic food at the restaurant
LED lighting throughout the premises
Employees are trained to follow environmental policies
Bicycles provided to guests
Toilets flush up to 6 litres per flush
Wastewater is reused after treatment
No disposable (single use) cups/glasses, plates and cutlery
Organic waste is composted
Zero-waste hotel/accommodation
Automatic system or key card that turns off the light and electrical appliances when guests leave their room
Most of the ingredients used to prepare meals are locally produced
A vegetarian alternative menu is proposed in the restaurant
Is there anything that you would like to highlight, add or clarify?We run our 50 acre organic spice farm commercially selling coconuts, mango, cinnamon, coffee and coffee. Our whole site absorbs some 60 tonnes carbon pa.
Our water comes from our own aquifer and is triple filtered-sand, charcoal and UV- before it connects to guest bedrooms. The water can be drunk direct from the taps so we don’t supply plastic water bottles.
All roof rain water is used for farm irrigation. All grey water is collected and treated before being used for farm irrigation.
All our foods are from our farm or local village suppliers.
All food waste is consumed by our farm animals-chicken, turkey and Guinea fowl.
Our coconut trees produce some 50 huge dead leaves daily. These are burnt into bio charcoal in a sealed container. The bio charcoal adds to soil fertility and humus production.
Our water comes from our own aquifer and is triple filtered-sand, charcoal and UV- before it connects to guest bedrooms. The water can be drunk direct from the taps so we don’t supply plastic water bottles.
All roof rain water is used for farm irrigation. All grey water is collected and treated before being used for farm irrigation.
All our foods are from our farm or local village suppliers.
All food waste is consumed by our farm animals-chicken, turkey and Guinea fowl.
Our coconut trees produce some 50 huge dead leaves daily. These are burnt into bio charcoal in a sealed container. The bio charcoal adds to soil fertility and humus production.
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Fort Bazaar is listed among hotels taking steps towards sustainability in Galle. Specific details about their eco-friendly practices are not readily available, but their inclusion suggests some level of commitment.
Questionnaire
Certifications:
Travelife
What makes your hotel/accommodation eco-friendly?
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
Use of non-toxic cleaning products
LED lighting throughout the premises
Environmental manager appointed
Employees are trained to follow environmental policies
Bicycles provided to guests
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
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
Answers last updated by Fort Bazaar
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Sooriya Resort & Spa prioritizes conservation and sustainability. It harnesses solar energy for hot water generation and harvests rainwater for its gardens. The resort's effluent treatment plant recycles water for plant growth and nourishes its vegetable garden. It supports the local rural economy by purchasing produce from villagers at fair prices and prioritizes line-caught fish from local fishermen for sustainability.
Questionnaire
Do you utilise any renewable energy sources to produce energy on the hotel/accommodation premises?
Solar radiation
What makes your hotel/accommodation eco-friendly?
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)
Engaged in eco-friendly initiatives (i.e. reforestation, wildlife conservation)
Rainwater collection and usage
Use of non-toxic cleaning products
Serving organic food at the restaurant
LED lighting throughout the premises
Environmental manager appointed
Employees are trained to follow environmental policies
Bicycles provided to guests
Toilets flush up to 6 litres per flush
Wastewater is reused after treatment
Signs in the rooms informing guests that towels will only be changed upon request
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
A vegetarian alternative menu is proposed in the restaurant
Is there anything that you would like to highlight, add or clarify?Own effluent treatment plant (ETP) on site. We use the water from this for secondary use of watering the gardens.. and the solids are use as fertiliser in our market garden
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Insight Resort Ahangama is S&S Other Certified and has received the Travel Sustainable Badge from Booking.com. It utilizes solar radiation for energy, maximizes airflow and natural light to reduce energy consumption, and engages in reforestation and wildlife conservation. The resort practices rainwater collection, uses non-toxic cleaning products, and serves organic food.
Questionnaire
Do you utilise any renewable energy sources to produce energy on the hotel/accommodation premises?
Solar radiation
What makes your hotel/accommodation eco-friendly?
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
Engaged in eco-friendly initiatives (i.e. reforestation, wildlife conservation)
Rainwater collection and usage
Use of non-toxic cleaning products
Serving organic food at the restaurant
LED lighting throughout the premises
Employees are trained to follow environmental policies
Toilets flush up to 6 litres per flush
Wastewater is reused after treatment
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
Recycling bins in guest rooms
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
Most of the ingredients used to prepare meals are locally produced
A vegetarian alternative menu is proposed in the restaurant
Is there anything that you would like to highlight, add or clarify?The hotel works to reduce its environment impact by employing sustainable best practices in maintenance, services. This may include reducing energy and water consumption using environmentally friendly product.
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