
SustainabILITY
PRESERVING THE ENVIRONMENT
AND THE COMMUNITY
At Kaliwa, we work to ensure that our lodge promotes conservation of the natural and human environment in which we are located.
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Energy Conservation
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Installation of solar panels for hot water
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Use of energy saving light bulbs
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Encouragement of a 'switch off policy'
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Printing whenever possible on recycled paper
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Regular boiler checks
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Purchase of energy efficient equipment
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Recycling and Waste Reduction
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Use of recycled or recyclable products whenever possible
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We are working towards having our own in-house water-bottling system, whereby filtered water is supplied in branded, re-useable glass bottles, significantly reducing our wastage and carbon footprint
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Limiting Water Consumption
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We endeavor to keep washing loads to a minimum by reducing the number of towels washed, and washing only with full loads.
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We are vigilant about good maintenance, which helps to prevent waste through, eg, leaking taps.
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Responsible Purchasing
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Use of local products to support the local community and to reduce the detrimental environmental impact caused through travel
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Development of our own vegetable garden
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Increasing responsible purchasing to include sourcing products from ethical suppliers,
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Use of Fair Trade, organic and certified products whenever possible
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Guest contribution
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We give guests the option to not have their towels laundered daily
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We request that equipment not be left on standby or charging for prolonged periods
We welcome suggestions from our guests that will enhance our sustainability.