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Healing the world through travel

Ownia Collection’s main goal is to make sustainable travel the norm and not the exception, we take best practices seriously.

Ownia Collection member hotels must adhere to a strict set of 12 sustainability pillars which we have established in compliance with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).

As proud members of the GSTC we are actively promoting sustainability as a common goal for travel and tourism.

A LITTLE BIT ABOUT SUSTAINABLE & REGENERATIVE TRAVEL

The World Tourism Organization defines sustainable travel as the “management of all resources in such a way that economic, social, and aesthetic needs can be fulfilled while maintaining cultural integrity, essential ecological processes, biological diversity, and life support systems.”

Now let’s talk about regenerative travel! This concept refers to the act of leaving a place better than it was before you arrived. For a journey to be truly regenerative, it must contribute to the well-being of the land, animals and humans of that place. The regenerative travel experience isn’t just about lowering your carbon footprint or buying local, it is about actively improving the social or environmental conditions of the place you’re visiting.

WHY IT IS URGENT TO CHANGE THE WAY WE TRAVEL

Some shocking facts about tourism’s impact on the environment:

Every year the hotel industry produces around 1700 tons of waste this is the same as 16 Cloud Gate Sculptures (The Chicago Bean) of waste.
The tourism industry is responsible for 8% of the world’s carbon emissions.
455 million liters of water get wasted per year = 182 Olympic size swimming pools
Annually, the tourism industry produces 18 billion tons of single-use plastic waste – it’s equivalent to 1854 Eiffel Towers of plastic waste.
Based on the Paris Agreement, the hotel industry must reduce its carbon emissions by 66% by 2030 and be a net zero industry by 2050 to positively impact climate change and reduce global warming.

It is essential to support sustainable travel. It is in our hands to heal our planet, take care of it, and give something back to it since Earth gives us so much!

We all love to explore every corner of the world, and when we travel we expect the destination to be clean, beautiful, healthy, and pristine. In order for you to keep enjoying these magical experiences, we need to change the way we travel. We need to support sustainable hotels that promote and enrich the local environment and the communities they are part of.

It’s all about balance and consciousness. Together, we can heal the world through travel!

HOW TO BECOME A SUSTAINABLE HOTEL

Now that we understand the critical importance of traveling sustainably and supporting eco-friendly hotels, we invite you to explore our comprehensive guide on how to become a sustainable hotel. This guide offers practical, actionable strategies to help your hotel align with global sustainability standards, enhance guest experiences, and contribute positively to the environment and local communities. Join us on this journey towards a more sustainable future and discover the immense benefits of making your hotel a leader in responsible tourism.

Ownia'S SUSTAINABILITY Stamp

With Ownia’s Sustainability’s Stamps, guests can clearly identify where each hotel is on their sustainable journey.

Close To Net Zero

Environmentally conscious, with sustainable initiatives helping the environment, only one step away from becoming carbon neutral.

Carbon Neutral

Achieving carbon neutrality, a balance of carbon dioxide emissions with its removal or by eliminating emissions from society.

climate Positive

A Hotel goes beyond achieving net zero carbon emissions to actually create an environmental benefit by removing additional carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.

Ownia Collection’s 12 IMPACT PILLARS

At Ownia, we base our sustainability criteria on 12 different pillars. Every hotel or resort in our collection is committed to each of these pillars, which are focused on improving and regenerating the environment.

Our member hotels are ruled by the 4 Rs: Refuse, Reduce, Reuse and Recycle. Each hotel has its own waste management system in place, which is crucial for environmental protection.

Our member hotels conserve water by treating it on site for irrigation and minimizing consumption with modern equipment or on-site wells, while beachfront properties adhere to ocean conservation plans to reduce marine pollution and protect ecosystems.

Our member hotels prioritize both environmental and human well-being by offering guests locally made, organic products like soaps, shampoos, creams, and spa items, ensuring a natural and sustainable experience.

Our member hotels prioritize sustainability by growing their own food and sourcing locally to support community supply chains, ensuring leftover food is repurposed for local animals or composted to minimize waste.

Justice and legislation advocate for the strategic management of natural resources, and our member hotels enforce strict policies to combat exploitation and harassment, promoting long-term sustainability management.

Our member hotels prioritize sustainability by utilizing mainly local, natural materials in construction and incorporating elements of traditional and contemporary culture in their décor, supporting local artists and artisans while respecting intellectual property rights.

At Ownia, we prioritize conserving and respecting local cultural heritage while visiting new places, with all member hotels committed to honoring and preserving local traditions.

At Ownia, we promote sustainable travel through member hotels offering sustainability tours to highlight their efforts, alongside supporting local education and training in sustainable practices.

Our member hotels prioritize minimizing environmental impact by implementing conservation systems and using renewable energy in daily operations to combat climate change effectively.

Our member hotels actively support their local communities by employing locals, offering community engagement, education, financial support, and health services to foster prosperity and growth collaboratively.

Our member hotels actively participate in restoring natural ecosystems and landscapes through reforestation, wildlife protection, replanting native fauna, and greenhouse gas emission reduction efforts.

Our member hotels offer equal opportunities for local residents, including managerial roles, without discrimination, prioritizing fair wages, labor rights, and a safe working environment for employees.