Le Saint-Pierre Hotel has demonstrated its commitment to sustainability by obtaining the European Ecolabel certification entitled ‘Tourist Accommodation Services’. This label, adopted on a voluntary basis by European Union nations, aims to promote eco-responsible practices within the tourism sector. Created in 1992, this ecolabel is the only certification officially recognised throughout the Union and is awarded in France by AFNOR Certification.
The European Ecolabel: Preserving the environment at Le Saint-Pierre Hotel
Combining excellent service with environmental awareness, Le Saint-Pierre Hotel is fully committed to an ambitious project aiming to reduce its ecological impact while still offering an unrivalled experience to its customers. These sustainability goals have resulted in our hotel obtaining the prestigious ‘Tourist Accommodation Services – European Ecolabel’ certification.
A warm welcome with the environment always in mind
The team at Le Saint-Pierre Hotel welcomes its guests in a friendly and contemporary atmosphere. This hospitality is accompanied by a responsibility towards the environment. Réunion is classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the hotel is committed to preserving this natural wealth for generations to come.
Five concrete commitments
OUR 5-POINT COMMITMENT
Le Saint-Pierre Hotel has made five major commitments to minimise its environmental impact:
– Health and environment: mindful of the health and development of our island, we support local and organic industries (monitoring responsible purchasing, avoiding individual portions or disposable tableware, using local suppliers, organic products and glass bottles with filtered water).
– Energy: mindful of our energy requirements, we take care to save energy (monthly monitoring and analysis of energy consumption, class A light bulbs, natural ventilation, conditioning checks, automatic shut-down of all appliances when rooms are empty, etc.).
– Water: controlling our water consumption (monthly monitoring and analysis of water consumption, flow reducers, control and monitoring of plant watering, reporting of leaks, etc.)
– Hygiene: when it comes to hygiene and cleanliness in our establishment, we are demanding, favouring solutions with low environmental impact and using a minimum of chemicals (Ecolabel products, microfibres and water, ISO 9001 certified laundry, etc.).
– Waste: as protectors of our island, we limit, sort and recycle our waste (monthly monitoring of waste volumes, recycling, composting, avoiding individual portions, reducing food waste, with foam soap dispensers in bathrooms and waste sorting in rooms, etc.).
An action plan for a sustainable future
Le Saint-Pierre Hotel has implemented a sustainable action plan which closely monitors our consumption of energy, water, hygiene products and waste, and looks to develop innovative projects. It also encourages guests to contribute by choosing sustainable modes of transport such as walking, cycling or using public transport.
Collective involvement
The comprehensive training of all employees in the European Ecolabel by AFNOR reflects Le Saint-Pierre Hotel’s commitment to this initiative. With an exceptional score of 34.5, well above the required 29 points, our establishment has proven its dedication to sustainability. Customers, partners and employees are made aware of this cause, and everyone is encouraged to contribute through everyday actions and innovative ideas.
A welcome and acclaimed response
The European Ecolabel certification responds to a growing demand from travellers for environmentally friendly holidays. Four out of ten customers are locals and are therefore concerned about preserving their island. This initiative also meets the expectations of an international clientele concerned about sustainability.
Through its commitment to the European Ecolabel, Le Saint-Pierre Hotel is leading the way in combining excellent service with respect for the environment. This approach demonstrates that sustainability can represent both an ethical commitment and an unforgettable experience for customers.
