Category | Attribute |
| Energy | LED lighting makes up for at least 80% of the property’s guest and public room lighting |
| Energy | Vegetarian menu options are offered |
| Energy | Vegan menu options are offered |
| Energy | Property has a food waste policy that includes education, food waste prevention, reduction, recycling, and disposal |
| Energy | At least 80% of food is sourced from property’s local region (e.g. within 50km from property location) |
| Energy | Property has installed insulation in its roof structure |
| Energy | Property has reduced energy consumption this year with at least 5% compared to previous year |
| Energy | Property has installed energy efficient appliances in its guest rooms, kitchen, laundry room and reception/offices |
| Waste | Single-use plastic amenities are replaced by a bulk dispenser |
| Waste | Single-use plastic water bottles are not offered |
| Waste | The property has installed water refill stations and encourages guests to use these instead of single-use plastic water bottles |
| Waste | Single-use plastic soda bottles are not offered |
| Waste | The property has reusable tableware (replacing single-use) |
| Waste | The property has reusable cups (replacing single-use) |
| Waste | Single-use plastic straws are not offered |
| Waste | Single-use plastic stirrers are not offered |
| Waste | Property has a recycling plan in place (e.g. in guest rooms, common areas, kitchen) for at least four waste types (glass, paper, plastic, organic) |
| Waste | Property has paperless procedures in place both at the front desk as in the back office |
| Waste | Property has eliminated styrofoam food containers from its operations |
| Water | A towel re-use programme is available to guests |
| Water | Guests can opt out for room cleaning (e.g. bed linen laundry is reduced) |
| Water | Property has drought-tolerant landscaping with reduces irrigation needs and water use |
| Water | Property collects rainwater to use for irrigation purposes in periods of limited rainfall |
| Biodiversity & Ecosystems | 80% of the food products offered by the property is organic |
| Biodiversity & Ecosystems | Property uses only eco-friendly cleaning products |
| Biodiversity & Ecosystems | Property offers only eco-friendly toiletries in guest rooms |
| Biodiversity & Ecosystems | Property takes measures to avoid the introduction of invasive species, and prioritises the use of native species for landscaping. |
| Destination & Community | Local artists are offered a platform to display their talents |
| Destination & Community | Guests are offered tours and activities organised by local guides and businesses |
| Destination & Community | Property invests a % of it’s revenue back into the community or in local sustainability projects |
| Destination & Community | Property provides guests with information regarding local ecosystems, heritage and culture, as well as visitor etiquette |
| Destination & Community | Property monitors and reviews its employees’ wages and implements them against national living wage norms |
| Destination & Community | At least 80% of the property’s hotel staff is recruited among local residents |
| Destination & Community | Local residents are given equal opportunities for career advancement, including in management positions |
| Destination & Community | The property uses local, small and medium-sized enterprises to meet 80% of its maintenance, service, marketing & non-F&B supply needs |
| Adaptive | Natural cleaning products only, are used on our property & guest rooms |
| Adaptive | Pure Mountain water only for drinking & showering |
| Adaptive | No single use water bottles are available |
| Adaptive | We encourage guests to turn off their lights when not in use |
| Adaptive | Energy saving LED light bulbs are used only throughout our property |
| Adaptive | Change of towels only when guests request or every 3rd day |
| Adaptive | Sky lights & glass tiles for natural light |
| Adaptive | Rechargeable torches in our rooms |
| Adaptive | Swales to stop soil and water loss on our property |
| Adaptive | Extensive drainage systems to reduce soil erosion |
| Adaptive | Vegetables, spices, fruits & herbs are sourced from our Organic gardens |
| Adaptive | Organic fertilizers & soil enhancers: cow manure, biochar, lime & ash from our firepit |
| Adaptive | Over 50 edible and medicinal plants in the garden – to serve our restaurant and attract birds & butterflies |
| Reuse / Recycling | Glass, plastic bottles, cans & cardboard are separated for recycling |
| Reuse / Recycling | No palm oil is used in our cooking |
| Reuse / Recycling | We compost all organic wastes onsite to feed our gardens |
| Reuse / Recycling | Flower arrangements for rooms are harvested from our Permaculture gardens only |
| Reuse / Recycling | Housing was designed following the natural lay of land |
| Reuse / Recycling | Locally made Terracotta natural floor tiles |
| Reuse / Recycling | Bamboo is grown on site for construction purposes |
| Reuse / Recycling | Herbs & spices come from our organic gardens to make freshly prepared spices for our meals, teas & sauces |
| Reuse / Recycling | We limit our imported products and focus on local suppliers |
| Reuse / Recycling | Seedlings grown on site in our seed area |
| Reuse / Recycling | We support local plantings often not seen in the local markets now |
| Reuse / Recycling | We plant local flowers and trees annually on our property |
| Cultural | Traditional Balinese designs are featured in our buildings |
| Cultural | Balinese traditional dishes are featured on our menu |
| Cultural | Guest activities employ locals only – for low impact activities : Trekking, walks, mountain biking, massage & workshops |
| Cultural | Only local villagers are employed as team members, who know & love their home |
| Cultural | We employ only local craftsmen to make alterations & renovations at our Villas |
| Conservation & Wildlife | Continuous planting to encourage local bird & butterfly population |
| Conservation & Wildlife | Edible landscape and Permaculture principles are applied on our property |
