Hotels Taking Steps Towards Sustainability in Ponta Delgada

Saccharum - Hedonist Design Resort, part of the Savoy Signature group, champions sustainable and eco-efficient management in its daily operations, keenly recognizing that environmental health is integral to both economic growth and social well-being. This includes rational use of natural resources and energy, and a dedicated effort to reduce pollution as much as possible. Regular evaluations are conducted to assess environmental impacts and ensure alignment with sustainable tourism norms. Preventing pollution, managing natural resources and waste effectively, and promoting communication with external entities, environmental groups, local authorities and the public form part of their environmental commitments.

Savoy Signature also places considerable emphasis on responsible purchasing. This involves a rigorous selection of suppliers based on sustainability criteria, preference for regional suppliers, supporting local socio-economic growth, and opting for reusable, returnable, and recycled goods where possible. There's a significant emphasis on promoting healthy diets at the resort, demonstrated by the provision of the highest quality, freshest produce, alongside stringent food safety and hygiene protocols. Organic and locally sourced produce are prioritized whenever feasible. Moreover, the resort stands by the most rigorous food hygiene and safety standards, ensuring all culinary preparations are executed under strict hygienic conditions, with all involved personnel being well-trained and supervised. Savoy Signature is committed to furthering their sustainable practices and continuously improving their procedures, with an annual sustainability report outlining their progress and achievements.

Sé Boutique Hotel, a proud recipient of the Green Key award, allows guests to contribute to environmental preservation simply by choosing to stay there. This award, granted by the Foundation for Environmental Education, attests to the hotel's adherence to stringent environmental requirements. Every task conducted by the Sé Boutique Hotel is performed with sustainability and eco-friendliness at its core. The Green Key is an internationally recognized symbol of eco-responsibility, present in 57 countries, and in Portugal, it is represented by the Blue Flag of Europe Association.

Additionally, Sé Boutique Hotel is not merely focused on implementing sustainable practices within its own operations. A key objective of the hotel is to engage in its activities sustainably while simultaneously promoting sound environmental practices within the wider community. The hotel actively encourages sustainable movement and places high value on creating a healthy and sustainable environment for all.