Sustainable is not something that we do; it is who we are
For us, being environmentally friendly and socially responsible can be successfully wedded to uncompromisingly gorgeous hideaways. Empty of waste, toxins and plastic, and full of spirituality, celebration and joy.
Plastic free 2022
Our goal to be free of unnecessary plastic (our “18 Most Unwanted”) by the end of 2022 is on track. Along the way, we have developed some great new best practices which we are sharing with our suppliers and industry as a whole. What started as bottling our own water is developing into so much more. The end of plastic is only the start of the story.
Our approach to sustainability
We’re all part of a global community on a shared Earth. That’s why you don’t just observe the local heritage or ecology while you’re with us – you’re part of it. You can even help us give back to it.
Building
Making smart use of the land topography, orientation and renewable building materials to create spaces that are vibrant and alive.
Community
Employing and sourcing locally and leaving a legacy through education, sanitation and healthcare programs for future generations.
Environment
Preserving and rebuilding environments through our responsible operations and protecting habitats on land and in the water.
Plastic Free 2022
Starting with banning single-use and disposable plastic from all our hotels as part of our Global Tourism Plastics Initiative pledge.
Funding
Sustainability funds at each property are used locally on social or environmental projects.
Inside Hotel
From passive cooling to energy efficiency, electric transport, biodegradable cleaning products and Earth Labs.
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Building
Making smart use of the land topography, orientation and renewable building materials to create spaces that are vibrant and alive.
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Community
Employing and sourcing locally and leaving a legacy through education, sanitation and healthcare programs for future generations.
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Environment
Preserving and rebuilding environments through our responsible operations and protecting habitats on land and in the water.
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Plastic Free 2022
Starting with banning single-use and disposable plastic from all our hotels as part of our Global Tourism Plastics Initiative pledge.
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Funding
Sustainability funds at each property are used locally on social or environmental projects.
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Inside Hotel
From passive cooling to energy efficiency, electric transport, biodegradable cleaning products and Earth Labs.
Sustainability stories
Read how our resorts and hotels are passionate about leading the industry by giving Mother Nature a major say in everything we do.
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Harnessing the sun in Vietnam
Here’s a bright idea! Six Senses Ninh Van Bay introduces Ninh Van Greens, the first in-resort solar farm in Vietnam, which will provide electricity, organic veg, and hot water. The organic garden, Solar FreshCuts, is planted beneath the panels.
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Sustainability Camp for teens
Complementing our popular Climate Warriors initiative and the resort’s Junior Marine Biology program, Six Senses Laamu launches a camp for your teens (and you) to learn about Zero Waste, Home Grown, and Nature Conservation.
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Walk on the wild side in Rajasthan
Six Senses Fort Barwara is rewilding to remove invasive plants, replant endemic flora, and bring back birdlife, jackals, and leopards, vital for rebalancing the ecology. Take advantage of our First Anniversary Celebration in October to get involved.
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Power to our Climate Warriors!
The world we’re handing over to our kids is a bit broken. But little ones can make big changes. See how our Climate Warriors are already part of the fix, trialing at Six Senses Ninh Van Bay and rolling out group-wide on Earth Day. It’s seriously fun!
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Sustainability impacts 2021
We’ve always emphasized becoming self-sustaining, regenerative, plastic-free and collaborative with NGOs around conservation, community, culture, and commerce. But what does that mean in real terms, counting every bottle, turtle, and coral fragment?
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Six Senses Declares a Climate Emergency
Environmental and social responsibility is at the heart of the Six Senses approach. That’s why we join individuals, travel, and other companies in declaring a climate emergency and highlighting the seriousness of human impacts brought about by climate change. Many of these are disproportionately felt by communities in the global south and by younger and future generations.
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Six Senses Climate Action Plan
For Six Senses, sustainability is only the first step in establishing a reciprocal relationship with local ecosystems, communities and cultures. Going beyond protection, acting as a regenerative business adds value to all local stakeholders (whether human, animal or plant) with the ultimate aim of Six Senses giving back more than it takes.
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Cook in a plastic-free kitchen
Check out this video where Chef Walter from Six Senses Yao Noi introduces us to the health and environmental benefits – and pure joy – of cooking in a plastic-free kitchen. It’s a (non cling film) wrap!
Sustainability Fund
Our sustainability fund comprises 0.5 percent of revenues, 100 percent soft toy sales and donations, and 50 percent of house-bottled water sales. The money is used locally in a way that supports equal access to an improved quality of life for all and restore habitats and wildlife populations.
Farm to Fork
Each property has an organic garden, which provides the resort’s kitchens with fresh herbs, vegetables and fruits as well as a range of ingredients for our spas and Alchemy Bars. Hens produce fresh eggs from their comfortable coops with surround sound. Come and get your hands dirty foraging for clean food!
Sustainability Awards
- The Maldives Underwater Initiative (MUI), the marine biology team at Six Senses Laamu, consisting of hosts from the resort and its three partner NGOs: The Manta Trust, Blue Marine Foundation and The Olive Ridley Project, has been named Marine and Coastal category winner at the 2021 Skål International Sustainable Tourism Awards. This is the second Skål trophy on display at Six Senses Laamu after the resort was crowned winners of the same category in 2018.
- Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas has been recognized in the prestigious Aspires 2021 Awards for ‘Sustainable Practice of the Year’, signifying the brand’s commitment to environmental and social responsibility.
- Six Senses Qing Cheng Mountain receives Gold Leaf from China Green Hotel
- Six Senses Laamu receives Global Gold Award for Reducing Plastic Waste in the Environment from World Travel Market Responsible Tourism Awards 2021.
- Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas received Travel + Leisure’s Global Vision Awards in 2021 for its dedication to sustainability, conservation, and ethical environmental practices.
- Six Senses Zighy Bay was awarded Best Hotel for Sustainability in the Middle East by World Traveler’s Readers’ Award in 2021.
- Six Senses Laamu’s Sustainability and Community Outreach Manager, Adam Tholhath wins Hotelier of the Year in Sustainability by 2020 Stelliers Awards.
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