Currently we have heard on more than one occasion about an eco-friendly hotel, but perhaps we are not sure how a business can be ecological at the same time. This type of hotels seek a global perspective when developing their business from a sustainable point of view, integrating this vision into its corporate responsibility.
Let's see what does a hotel have to have to be eco friendly, since it is not only enough that they use a label as such. These hotels must offer guarantees regarding many things such as their processes, energy savings, waste management or the relationship with the community.
Savings in resources and energy
The use of water and energy must be efficient, since it is something that a hotel consumes in large quantities. The problem with many places with hotels is that they consume a lot of water, energy and resources, causing the environment to suffer. That is why there are many things that can be done in this regard. From using toilets with a double load to use less water to using renewable energy such as solar or wind, having appliances that are efficient when it comes to wasting energy and make a responsible consumption of resources. Controlling energy uses in the hotel with home automation is another great step that makes technologies help the environment.
A sustainable architecture
A sustainable architecture is one that uses materials that have little impact on the environment. In addition, an architecture that adapts to the prevailing climate must be used, so that it can make better use of energy, daylight hours, air and all the natural resources already available. If possible, renewable energies such as geothermal, photovoltaic or solar. Always taking into account the characteristics and the climate of the place where we are. Nowadays you can also do things like natural walls that help to blend in with the environment and create spaces with better and more natural air quality.
Providers with the same conscience
This type of hotel must have a global vision of ecology, so it must deal with suppliers that have that ecological awareness. Deal with local producers, with organic farming and proximity products helps to create a much lower impact on the environment as well as contributing to the betterment of the community. In general, you should look for suppliers that provide us with solutions that are the least aggressive with the environment, such as ecological cleaning products or textiles made with recycled fabrics. This vision must be present in all the details of the hotel.
Efficient waste management and recycling
Waste management and recycling cannot be lacking in these types of tourist complexes, two key issues today. Today we see how many things are replaced by reusable products such as straws, avoiding the indiscriminate use of plastic. You must opt for things that can be reused to reduce the amount of waste that is generated. Those that are generated must be recycled, thus obtaining an efficient management of these.
Contribute to the economy and local development
We have all seen how many places have been damaged by mass tourism, so today we try to create and not destroy in communities that become touristy. Must be develop the local economy by working with local suppliers and also trying to contribute to the promotion of their culture and customs.