Raffles Maldives Meradhoo Earns Green Globe Certification for Sustainable Excellence
Sunday 6th of August 2023
Raffles Maldives Meradhoo proudly announces its well-deserved achievement of the esteemed Green Globe certification, recognizing the resort's outstanding dedication to sustainability practices. In the inaugural audit, the resort made history by scoring an impressive 90%, setting a new benchmark for eco-consciousness in the Maldives' hospitality industry.
The Green Globe certification involves a thorough assessment of sustainability performance within travel and tourism businesses, along with their supply chain partners. Comprising 44 core criteria supported by over 380 compliance indicators, the Green Globe Standard ensures the highest level of sustainable operations and management. With a development process spanning three decades, this certification guarantees that Raffles Maldives Meradhoo exemplifies responsible tourism.
Nestled in the world's largest atoll, Raffles Maldives Meradhoo offers a unique location in the southern part of the Maldives, reachable by a 90-minute seaplane ride from Velana International Airport. Boasting an exclusive 'two-resort island' design, the resort features two magnificent house reefs, providing unparalleled access to exceptional scuba diving and snorkeling experiences.
Passionate about preserving this pristine environment, the resort's dedicated team actively engages guests in conservation efforts and educates them on protecting the marine ecosystem. General Manager Amila Handunwala expresses pride in the team's world-class sustainability initiatives and their commitment to Raffles' vision of leading from the future. This prestigious award from Green Globe acknowledges the resort's dedication to sustainability and conservation, ensuring that every guest's stay contributes to maintaining and enhancing this breathtaking natural environment.
Raffles Maldives Meradhoo has made significant investments in energy efficiency programs, closely monitoring quarterly results of energy and water consumption, as well as waste generation. The resort has taken impactful eco-friendly measures, including eliminating plastic from all guest-facing areas, maintaining in-house gardens, conducting scheduled reef and beach cleanings, and implementing waste management initiatives.
Looking ahead, Raffles Maldives Meradhoo is committed to achieving Green Gold Member status, awarded to members with five consecutive years of certification. With their continuous dedication to sustainability, the resort sets an example for responsible and eco-conscious tourism in the Maldives, inspiring guests to actively participate in the preservation of the remarkable natural beauty of this idyllic destination.