Green Pearls® is the leading source for green hotels around the world. We chose our members based on their sustainable initiatives and the green projects. The Green Pearls® requirements need to be fulfilled by every member by at least 80%.
Management Plan
- The business has implemented a long-term sustainability management system that is suitable to its reality and scale, and that considers environmental, quality, health and safety issue.
- The hotel is in compliance with all applicable local, national and international regulations, among others health, safety, environmental and labour aspects.
Architecture
- Land use is in full compliance with local zoning laws and regulations and respects laws related to protecting local nature and culture
- Local residents have not been involuntarily relocated from the land, endangered species have not been relocated and impact on nature is minimized
- Building materials should be local and environmental friendly
- Old buildings are maintained whenever possible
- Local architecture, practices and design
- Employment of local workers
- Access and information for persons with special needs, where appropriate
acquisition of land complies with local communal and indigenous rights and consent
Flora and Fauna
- Garden with native plants
- Disturbance of natural ecosystem is minimized, rehabilitate and there is a compensatory contribution to conservation managemen
- Pest Control with out chemicals
- Protection of flora and fauna
- Organic Garden
- No species of wild animals acquired, bred or held captive, except by authorized persons for properly regulated activities in compliance with local and international law
- Carbon footprint per tourist/night is monitored andantinos are taken to avoid and reduce carbon emissions
- Remaining emissions are offset
- Guests and employees are motivated to use climate friendly transport and informed about alternatives
Water Consumption
- Water usage goals are monitored
- Water and Ice used for human consumption is demonstrably safe
- Water usage and reduction goals are specified and monitored
- Water treatment plant
- water comes from sustainable sources
- waste water is effectively treated and is only reused or released safely, with no adverse effects to the local population or the environment
- Rain water is captured for use
Energy Consumption
- Energy- and resource-efficient technologies
- Energy Efficient Bulbs
- Alternative Energy USE
- Motion sensor and timer switch
- Renewable EnergyEnergy Consumption
- Effort to constantly increase usage of renewable energy
- Energy consumptions is measured and steps are taken to minimize overall consumption
- Energy- and resource-efficient technologies (e.g. Energy Efficient Bulbs (LEDs), Motion sensor and timer switch)
- Alternative Energy USE
Waste Management
- Waste volume/weight and reduction goals are specified, recorded and monitored.
- No plastic for the toiletries, the packing must be recyclable
- Avoiding waste by not using plastic, providing waste separating facilities when possible, recycling of garbage, education and training of staff
- Waste disposal has no adverse effect on the local population or the environment
Housekeeping
- Toilet flush should be water conserving
- Toiletries must be biological and biodegradable
- Towels and bed linen not to be changed daily automatically
- Biodegradable soap and cleaning products
Food
- Fair trade
- Offering organic food and herbals
- Using local products and organic farms whenever possible
- Avoiding plastic when serving meals
- Focus on local/regional cuisine
Policies
- Purchasing policy favors environmentally friendly products for building materials, capital goods, food and consumable.
- Business has a policy of favoring certified suppliers or suppliers following best environmental and social practices
- Policy against any form of exploitation and harassment
Employees
- Labour rights are respected, and benefits meet or exceed local and national regulations
- Hiring local staff whenever possible (also in management positions)
- Employees are involved in the development process and introduction of the management plan
- Employees receive training and capacity building
- Involving local people in decisions that affect their lives and life chances
- Developing plans to support local people
- No social, gender or racial discrimination of any kind is practiced or supported
Local communities
- Involving local people in decisions that affect their lives and life chances
- Developing plans to support local people
- Trainings for locals to improve job opportunities
- Support of local companies and manufacturers of sustainable products
- Hotel activities do not jeopardize the proviso of basic services (such as food, water, energy, healthcare or sanitation)
Social Projects
- Support of local infrastructure and community development of schools, kinder gardens, hospitals
- Training and education of local communities, projects who engage in impacts of climate change)
- Support of local social projects
Cultural Commitment
- Company policy includes established guideline or code of conduct of behavior concerning the protection of local cultures and historical sites.
- The business does not exploit the cultural intellectual property of the local community
- Cultural sensitivity and respect between tourists and hosts, local culture, e.g. visits of local communities as well as cultural and historical sites
- Integration of the culture in everyday life of the tourism
- Historical artifacts are not sold, traded or displayed, except as permitted by law
- Contribution to conservation, preservation and strengthening of traditional, culture, Archeological and spiritual sites
Communication
- The Hotel has implemented a comprehensive Communication strategy to inform guests on its sustainable policies
- The hotel communicates its products and services transparently, also but not only in regards to sustainability
- The hotel offers information about the surrounding nature, local culture and cultural heritage as well as about appropriate behavior during visits
