Stay in a sustainable hotel
Sustainability is the only way to do business for future generations. Corporate social responsibility is more than just a trend these days. At Gooiland, we’re committed every day to being better for the environment and nature. After months of sustainable efforts, we’ve been rewarded with a Green Key Gold certification. The Green Key Gold is the most important sustainability label in the recreation and leisure industry. We’re incredibly proud of this achievement!
Breakfast & Cleaning Products
- We use only cleaning products, dish soap, and hand soap with environmental certifications.
- Our fruit and milk are always organic.
- Each room has a glass you can refill with tap water to reduce packaging waste.
Waste & Recycling
- We minimize the use of single-use packaging.
- Any single-use packaging we do use carries a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) certification.
- We separate waste in our own kitchen.
- Some of our tableware is made from 70% sugarcane pulp and 30% FSC-certified wood pulp.
- Nespresso capsules are recycled and transformed into trendy bicycles.
Electricity & Water
- Our building features waterless urinals in all restroom groups, saving about 187 m³ of water annually per urinal.
- All taps have been replaced with water-saving versions.
- 95% of Gooiland’s heating comes from heat pumps.
- We are currently replacing as many lights as possible with LED lamps.
- All rooms have energy-efficient lighting sensors.
CO₂ Emissions
- We continuously seek partnerships aimed at making the region more sustainable.
- We consolidate orders to minimize transportation costs.
- We expect our partners to be actively engaged in sustainability efforts.
- We encourage guests to arrive by public transport.
Greenery & Plants
- In collaboration with the municipality, we’ve developed native plant landscaping in and around our building and apply ecological green management.
- Our entire location breathes green: rooms have houseplants, there are real green walls, and lifelike trees scattered throughout the venue.
Future Outlook
We’re making great progress on sustainability, but of course, we aim for an even greener future. Do you have any tips or tricks for becoming more sustainable? Let us know! We’re always open to advice.