At The Mount Hotel and Conference Centre we are committed to green hotel policies and the implementation of proactive measures to help protect and sustain the environment for future generations.
We recognise the impact of our operations on the environment and aim to be an increasingly efficient green and environmental hotel. We strive to minimise any detrimental effects as a result of our business.
Our environmental policy is to:
- Comply with relevant environmental legislation and take a proactive approach to future requirements and obligations.
- Develop and increase responsible purchasing methods to include sourcing products such as locally produced goods, and using suppliers that maintain ethical practices for equipment, energy and chemicals;
- Monitor energy, water and waste levels on a monthly basis and take action where necessary;
- Ensure the efficient use of energy, water and other resources, encouraging an ‘environmentally responsible’ attitude;
- Make our guests and staff aware of environmental issues and the responsibilities they have for the environment, through regular communication by induction, meetings, training and frequent guest information;
- Develop and maintain waste minimization measures, including recovery and recycling activities and systems;
- Constantly seek to improve our environmental performance; and
- Promote the reduce -reuse and recycle ethos.
Our Green Squad
Our Green Squad is made up from a member of each department within the hotel and they meet regularly to monitor and review our sustainable environment aims and achievements.
Energy
Our energy consumption will be continually monitored and we will improve our efficiencies in this area at every opportunity.
- Low energy lighting has been installed in parts of the Hotel.
- Air conditioning use is monitored and controlled.
- Heating and lighting can be controlled and monitored in all areas
- A Brand new efficiency boiler has been installed with regular checks made and recorded.
Reduce, reuse, and recycle
We have a positive commitment to reduce, reuse, and recycle where possible throughout the hotel.
- Low energy LED lighting has been introduced to reduce energy.
- All stationary is reused.
- Cans, paper, plastic, bottles, oil, light bulbs, batteries, toner and cartridges are recycled at every occasion.
Water
- Use of bottled water to reduce wastage
- Low flow showerheads fitted in bedrooms, to reduce water and energy consumption.
- Water turned off as soon as possible.
- Gardens and plants are watered responsibly