Ecoleader

TripAdvisor, the famous review portal has awarded Hotel Touring in Val Gardena as Platinum Eco Leader.

We are proud to have received this award and look forward to continue successful actions to save the environment of the UNESCO Dolomites.

Electricity:
- We use 100% renewable electricity from hydro power is produced in South Tyrol. (Certificate)
- More than 90% of our lights are energy-saving LED systems
- There are motion detectors used for efficient lighting control
- The new machinery and equipment have majority on the AAA certification
- External lighting is automatically regulated depending on Sunset and thus not only reduces power consumption but also light pollution.
- Power consumption we checked monthly and analyzed deviations.

Thermal energy:
- best window technology and building isolation on the facade provide increased insulation values and guarantee optimum thermal insulation in the winter months.
- Efficient methane gas heating with control exhaust emissions
- Individual heating control in the majority of rooms
- Monthly monitoring of gas consumption

Waste management:
- Collection of biological waste and forwarding for the production of biogas and heat
- We separate cardboard, glass, paper, nylon, plastic, cans, ceramics, batteries and electric waste and frying oil.
- We use multi-way containers for soap and shower dispensers in the rooms
- We use highly concentrated detergent and products to reduce packaging materials and containers.
- We use rechargeable toner for our printers.

Laundry:
- We use certified detergents with environmental impact study
- Program for reducing laundering (guests decide the preferred towels and linen change)

Kitchen and Cellar:
- Menu planning is due to seasonality of origin products
- We support the South Tyrolean wine production and offer of local top-quality products from the local wine producers

Other actions:
- Intelligent irrigation system
- Staff training for waste reduction, power savings and general environmental awareness
- We offer our guests the “Val Gardena Mobilcard” available for free in order to enjoy unlimited access to public transport centers in South Tyrol