Zeavola Resort is committed to preserving the natural beauty of Phi Phi Don. They use sustainable building practices, reduce waste, and support local conservation efforts. They also focus on educating guests about responsible tourism.
A pioneer eco-resort in the area, Our Jungle House is built with sustainable materials and minimizes power usage by foregoing air conditioning and televisions. It reduces plastic waste by providing filtered water in rooms and common areas. The resort actively protects the rainforest on its property, replants trees, and has an organic farm. It supports environmental education for local children and contributes to the local economy by hiring local staff.
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Do you utilise any renewable energy sources to produce energy on the hotel/accommodation premises?
Solar radiation
What makes your hotel/accommodation eco-friendly?
Building materials from sustainable resources
Written environmental policy statement in place
The structure maximizes air flow to reduce the need for air-conditioning
The structure maximizes natural light to reduce the need for lighting and heating
Engaged in eco-friendly initiatives (i.e. reforestation, wildlife conservation)
Use of non-toxic cleaning products
Serving organic food at the restaurant
LED lighting throughout the premises
Environmental manager appointed
Employees are trained to follow environmental policies
Toilets flush up to 6 litres per flush
Signs in the rooms informing guests that towels will only be changed upon request
Waste is separated into at least 3 categories
No disposable (single use) cups/glasses, plates and cutlery
Organic waste is composted
Most of the ingredients used to prepare meals are locally produced
A vegetarian alternative menu is proposed in the restaurant
An energy audit is carried out at least once every five years
Is there anything that you would like to highlight, add or clarify? Our Jungle House in Khao Sok, has a clear goal in becoming the leader of all-encompassing environmental friendly practices. That said there are limits and boundaries to accomplishable targets and long-term impacts to consider, before heading down the sustainability highway. The following lines shall shine light onto certain practices, their outcome as well as indicate potential future developments to reduce the environmental footprint Our Jungle Camp carries.
Even before the first construction effort´s it was clear that the resort will be built with the surrounding environment in mind, this included constructing buildings in an open vernacular way from re-growing resources. By incorporating the luxury of nature into the overall concept, reductions in electricity consuming appliances like water pumps, air conditioners and their like could already be avoided on the drawing board.
In the next step, our operational and consumption materials such as plastic water bottles, plastic straws, small scale packaging and so on have been miraculously taken from the menu.
Even though we are situated in one water richest regions of the world, wasting and spoiling fresh water is more than a peculiar offense. From monitoring water flow and using water saving devices like flow restrictors over using biodegradable soaps and detergents and the separation and filtration of grey and black water through grease and settlement traps, Our Jungle Camp intents to keep its water outflow into the environment as low as possible. We have managed to reduce water consumption in the past year by over 30% with implementing simple water saving measures.
Gravity fed water allows us to keep large pump usage to a minimum, during the night, walkway and general light sources are operated with timer and sensor devices to reduce unused electricity. By being as close we are to one of the biggest hydroelectric dams of Thailand. We consider our electricity purchase from a renewable energy source and therefore have neglected the utilization of Solar- or Photovoltaic systems. Nonetheless do we run our entrance sign lights on a small panel to teach the local children about this exciting form of electricity production. For all additional large consumption appliances, we have found reasonable gas operated substitutes or overall neglected their broader usage at the resort.
With many of our day to day ingredients being farmed on our onsite Organic Farm, we have further managed to cut waste production while educating our staff about farming vegetables, fruits and processing them into Thai and Foreign delicacies. Additionally, have we initiated a food forest, where local species of Durian, Mango, Banana and other tropic species are displayed and saved for future seed saving.
With our new recycling building, we have created a dedicated space to introduce large scale composting, soil mixing and general waste and trash separation. As usually here in Thailand, all created waste ends up at the same landfill, it is for us of utmost importance to separate recyclables already on our property. We have created an incentive scheme with all proceedings to be distributed among our local staff. Whereby the following prices are paid and lead to additional monthly incentive payments of THB.
Glass Bottles at 0.5-1.0 THB per kg Aluminium Cans at 35 THB per kg Paper, Cardboard, etc., at 5 THB per kg Kitchen Oil at 9 THB per litre (or re-used in our bar candles) Main Organic Waste to be processed in our compost
We are glad that the produced educational materials for sustainability, wildlife and environment has been used extensively from the guests, our staff and the local community alike. Our Jungle Camp is proud to be staffed 95% by local staff mainly from Amphoe Phanom in Surat Thani Province. By providing fair above average salaries, with an incentive bonus structure, health and accident insurance as well as vocational training (First Aid, English, Health and Safety, Hospitality and Service) and holiday and vacation days, we believe to set the way in sustainable human resource management much needed for low turnover and long term involvement of our human capital.
We are fortunate to enjoy the full support of the Khao Sok and surrounding communities, due to the long term impact and collaboration of the Jungle Life Camp. Through which we have operated 4 monthly Full Day or Overnight Environmental Education Camps for government school classes or children from the local community. Along with school break activities on topics like English Language, Nature Skills, Farming and Recycling, we believe we are on the way of having a long term impact on the youth in the community who hopefully become advocates of the sustainability movement.
Recognized as a Top 100 Sustainable Hotel, Keemala integrates sustainability into its design and operations. They use glass water bottles, paper straws, and cloth or recycled paper packaging for toiletries to reduce plastic waste. The resort's design minimizes impact on the natural landscape, and they have a waste classification and treatment system. Greywater is reused for irrigation, and they use eco-friendly synthetic materials to reduce reliance on wood. They also have an organic garden for their restaurants and spa, and support local communities.
The Racha is EarthCheck Silver-certified and demonstrates a strong commitment to sustainability. They utilize energy-efficient systems, eco-friendly cleaning products, and have eliminated single-use plastics. The resort also implements comprehensive waste management, including converting food waste to bio-fuel and recycling, and conserves water through rainwater harvesting and wastewater treatment for irrigation.
Pioneers ethical treatment of elephants. They feature an elaborate solar panel system that spans all roof spaces and harnesses the sun's energy, turning it into a valuable resource that reduces their carbon footprint significantly. The resort also has its own on-site herb and vegetable garden, that supplies the kitchen with everything from seasonal vegetables to organic honey and free-range eggs.
Soneva Kiri is a leader in sustainable luxury. The resort features ultra-spacious villas designed with environmentally-friendly practices, including waste management and a minimum plastic use policy. They also have an on-site water bottling plant and use biodegradable straws.
Rayavadee's philosophy is to coexist in harmony with the natural environment. The accommodation was built without cutting down trees to blend with the surroundings. They employ practices for sustainable water and waste management, including a system that treats water to be clean enough for their ponds and for watering plants. The resort is a founding member of the Enlive Foundation, which addresses issues threatening the local ecosystem.
The Sarojin is a luxury boutique resort committed to sustainability and responsible tourism. They have significantly reduced plastic waste with an on-site bottling plant and refillable bottles. The resort actively participates in mangrove planting and beach maintenance, and supports the local community through the Sarojin Khao Lak Community Fund and initiatives like 'One Booking One Tree'.
Pimalai Resort & Spa is recognized for its strong commitment to sustainability, holding a Green Globe Certificate and participating in the UNESCO Sustainable Travel Pledge. The resort has abolished single-use plastics, uses refillable ceramic bottles and sugar cane straws, and implements meticulous waste management. They actively support marine life cultivation through a coral propagation program and an annual clownfish release. The resort's design blends with nature, preserving existing trees and utilizing natural, ecological materials. They also engage in community initiatives like beach clean-ups and supporting local businesses.
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Certifications:
Green Globe - Certification level: Certified Member
Green Leaf (Thailand)
What makes your hotel/accommodation eco-friendly?
Building materials from sustainable resources
Written environmental policy statement in place
The structure maximizes air flow to reduce the need for air-conditioning
The structure maximizes natural light to reduce the need for lighting and heating
Windows that block heat/cold (i.e. triple-glazed windows)
Engaged in eco-friendly initiatives (i.e. reforestation, wildlife conservation)
Rainwater collection and usage
Use of non-toxic cleaning products
Serving organic food at the restaurant
LED lighting throughout the premises
Environmental manager appointed
Employees are trained to follow environmental policies
Bicycles provided to guests
Electric car charging station(s) available
Toilets flush up to 6 litres per flush
Wastewater is reused after treatment
Signs in the rooms informing guests that towels will only be changed upon request
Toilet paper made of non-chlorine bleached paper or awarded with an eco-label
Waste is separated into at least 3 categories
No disposable (single use) cups/glasses, plates and cutlery
Organic waste is composted
Automatic system or key card that turns off the light and electrical appliances when guests leave their room
Most of the ingredients used to prepare meals are locally produced
A vegetarian alternative menu is proposed in the restaurant
An energy audit is carried out at least once every five years
Is there anything that you would like to highlight, add or clarify? Support local community regarding waste management
Anana Ecological Resort is a Green Globe Certified Resort. It incorporates low-energy air conditioning, solar-powered heating, and utilizes local materials in its design. The resort features an on-site permaculture farm providing organic produce, uses a chemical-light pool with volcanic minerals, and offers eco-transport options including EV cars. It implements a zero single-use plastic policy, practices extensive recycling with local collectors, and monitors water usage.
This resort minimizes waste through recycling and reducing single-use plastics. They implement energy-saving technologies and water conservation systems. The resort also offers activities that allow guests to connect with the local community.
Paradise KohYao is an eco-certified resort with detailed sustainability practices. These include grey water recycling, using eco-friendly cleaning products and toiletries, implementing LED lighting and composting, and having a comprehensive recycling and food waste policy. The resort also sources over 80% of its food locally and reinvests at least 10% of profits into community and sustainability efforts.
This resort has committed to sustainable tourism initiatives that preserve environmental health and ecological well-being. They aim to minimize the environmental impact of tourism through reducing carbon emissions, minimizing single-use plastics, engaging in waste and recycling efforts, practicing eco-friendly food management, and using organic products. The resort also conducts beach cleanups and provides environmental education through its kids' club.
Koh Jum Beach Villas is Travelife Gold Certified and won the Eco Lodge/Hotel Category of the Tourism Authority of Thailand's Responsible Thailand Awards. Its villas are built with natural materials, designed for natural ventilation, and utilize low-energy lighting, complemented by a 5kw wind turbine. The resort has its own glass water bottling plant, an organic garden, and practices composting and a no-burn policy for waste.
Pakasai Resort was the first in Krabi to offer low-carbon accommodations, activities, and green meeting services, earning the ASEAN Green Hotel Award and Green Leaf Standard certification. It employs thoughtful architectural design to preserve existing flora, maximizes natural light and ventilation, and uses a greywater reuse system. The resort has waste reduction programs, holds weekly green committee meetings, and aims to be Krabi's first Green Star Michelin restaurant by embracing a zero-wastage food concept.
This eco-resort is inspired by the Thai sea gypsy way of life and uses eco-friendly and locally sourced materials in its construction. It offers a farm-to-table dining experience with ingredients from its own organic garden and rice field. The resort is designed to blend into the natural environment and harvests rainwater.
This resort has received top eco-certifications, including the ASEAN Green Hotel Standard. It is dedicated to marine and forest conservation, actively supporting projects aimed at restoring natural habitats. The resort promotes sustainable tourism practices and engages with the local community on environmental issues.
Awarded the 'Gold Level Green Hotel Award' by Thailand's Department of Environmental Quality Promotion, this resort conducts beach cleanups and mangrove planting. It uses natural fertilizers from on-site compost, eco-friendly cleaning products, energy-saving lighting, and low-flow water fixtures. They have replaced single-use plastics with glass and use reclaimed wood and recycled paper.
This hotel is Green Globe Certified and has received recognition from Thailand's environmental ministries for its proactive efforts. It pioneered 'The Last Straw' campaign, significantly reducing plastic straw usage, and implemented the 'Water Boy' project with reusable water tumblers. The resort maintains an organic H.E.R.B. Garden for its culinary team and organizes weekly beach clean-ups.
My Beach Resort Phuket implements energy-saving measures, uses renewable energy and eco-friendly products. They prioritize local sourcing for their menus and actively work to reduce food waste.
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