Amari Nova Suites

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:
This luxury hotel has continually sought to help preserve and improve the environment by reviewing and carrying out a number of measures and action plans.

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 committment includes:

Energy:
* 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
* 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
* Hot water in guest rooms processed from heat exchange system
* Service time of some service sections, such as laundry, swimming pool, etc managed and re-scheduled to reduce consumption
* Insulators under building roof to reduce heat
* 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
* Flow regulator of showerheads in guest rooms adjusted to save water
* Reduction of water consumption for cleaning bathrooms and other areas
* Regular review of leak checking procedure
* Use of water-saving system at faucet in guest rooms and public areas
* Installation of additional water and electrical meters, for consumption measurement by section (e.g. laundry water meter)
* Daily record of water consumption (daily controls)
* 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
* 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

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
* Trees being planted along the road to protect from landslides
* Separation of smoking and non-smoking floors
* Hotel built with many open-air areas

Chemical Products:
* Control system for chemical use
* Use of eco-friendly cleaning products and eco-friendly chemical products only
* Use of fresh fruit, vegetables and flowers with no chemical substances
* No chemical substances used for cultivation of trees and flowers on the property

Recycling:
* Separating and selling bottles, paper, cardboard and vegetable oil to recycling companies
* Re-use of flowers wherever possible
* Re-use of hotel key cards
* Pig food selling
* All paper systematically reused and recycled

Purchasing:
Buying and providing products and services, which have a minimal impact on environment - purchasing local and seasonal products to reduce transportation requirements and its impact on the environment

Environmental Activities:
* Creating activities and encouraging the community, guests and staff to help preserve and protect the environment
* Regular cleaning of beaches or roads in front of the property