Caring for destination

This accommodation provider has taken action to address one or more issues (whether environmental, social or cultural) which will contribute positively to the long term viability of the destination and hence their site displays a Caring for the destination rating.

Main area of focus in Caring for the Destination:  

The stylish Amari Noval Platinum Hotel focuses on "green" operations and is moving forward to minimise its ecological footprint and be environmentally responsible.

Detailed description of the Caring for the Destination Initiative: 

Partner with us to help save the earth. Guests can do their bit by reusing towels and bed linen to save water, energy, labour and chemical use in washing cycles.  Our own committments include:

Energy:

* Electrical system in guest rooms controlled by keycard
* Tight control of air-conditioning operating hours and temperatures to save energy
* Staff clean air supply ducts and return grill at least every 6 months
* Preventative maintenance program for cleaning air-conditioners to enhance energy efficiency
* Programmable thermostats are installed in all guest rooms
* Refrigerators in guest rooms set to an optimum temperature
* Installation of voltage regulator and demand controller for saving energy
* Replacement of traditional light bulbs with energy-saving long-life bulbs in guest room corridors and several points within the guest rooms
* Target setting for reducing electricity expenditure
* Timer set-up for lighting and other electrical systems
* All lighting lowered during the night and during daylight hours
* Monthly cleaning of lighting system
* Lights and fridges in all guest rooms that have no guests to be turned off
* Replacement of thick tiles with translucent tiles in order to save on electric light during the daytime
* Service time of some service sections, such as laundry, swimming pool, etc managed and re-scheduled to reduce consumption
* Energy-saving measures implemented for the back of the house areas

Water:

* Chlorine level reduced to 10%
* Water turned off and jacuzzi switched off when not in use
* Reduction of water consumption for cleaning bathrooms and other areas
* Regular review of leak checking procedure
* Dishwashers run with full loads only
* Staff to avoid leaving water tap running, while washing food
* Installation of additional water and electrical meters, for consumption measurement by section (e.g. laundry water meter)
* Daily record of water consumption (daily controls)
* Water consumption level notified to associates, especially in summer season
* Selection of garden plants with moderate water needs
* Gardens are watered in the mornings and evenings only to prevent unnecessary evaporation at the hottest times of day

Waste Management:

* Wastewater (shower water, water used for cleaning, toilet water, swimming pool and pond water etc.) to undergo wastewater treatment before it is discharged to the environment
* Use of microorganisms (bacteria) for waste water treatment system
* All garbage properly sorted and separated: wet, dry, glass, plastics dangerous/poison (detergent, chemicals etc)
* Associates motivated not to waste glass bottles to increase bottle account for recycling
* Leftover food is donated.

Environmental Quality:

* Suppliers are requested not to leave the engine running while their vehicles are parked to reduce noise and pollution
* Hotel built with many open-air areas (corridors, lobby, all day dining area) reduces need for air-con and provides fresh air flow with more green areas
* Air filtration is in place for the guestrooms
* Well-trained cleaners in the laundry and the resort are environmentally responsible
* Separation of smoking and non-smoking floors
* Hotel built with many open-air areas