Arenal Springs Resort Sustainability
Energy Conservation
Some laundry is air-dried
Room keys turn on/off electricity
Compact Fluorescent Light bulbs are installed in public areas, room terraces, and administrative departments
Low-watt mercury lamps are installed in the main parking area
Pamphlets in the rooms invite guests to save electricity
Water Conservation
Encourages the reuse of linens and towels
Low-flow toilets in all bathrooms (max of 1.6 gallons/flush)
Low-flow sinks and showerheads (max flow 2.75 gpm)
Monitors water consumption and inspects the piping system regularly for leaks
Recycling Program
The recycling program at Arenal Springs Resort includes paper, aluminum, glass, plastic, and organic waste. Collection bins are located throughout the hotel’s property. The recyclable materials are given to a group of women in the community.
Waste / Toxicity Reduction
Only durable and reusable drinking cups are provided
Shampoos, conditioners, and lotions are placed in re-usable containers and refilled
100% biodegradable soap (laundry detergent, dish soap, and hand/body soap)
Environment friendly cleaning agents
Green Certifications / Awards
Certification in Sustainable Tourism (CST), Level 3, 2007
Community Programs / Charity
Arenal Springs Resort makes monthly donations to Apreflofas and the La Fortuna Sport Association. Every 3 months, the hotel also makes contributions to the Danaus Ecocenter in La Fortuna and the Fundación Ángeles del Señor, an organization that helps low income families in the community.
Some laundry is air-dried
Room keys turn on/off electricity
Compact Fluorescent Light bulbs are installed in public areas, room terraces, and administrative departments
Low-watt mercury lamps are installed in the main parking area
Pamphlets in the rooms invite guests to save electricity
Water Conservation
Encourages the reuse of linens and towels
Low-flow toilets in all bathrooms (max of 1.6 gallons/flush)
Low-flow sinks and showerheads (max flow 2.75 gpm)
Monitors water consumption and inspects the piping system regularly for leaks
Recycling Program
The recycling program at Arenal Springs Resort includes paper, aluminum, glass, plastic, and organic waste. Collection bins are located throughout the hotel’s property. The recyclable materials are given to a group of women in the community.
Waste / Toxicity Reduction
Only durable and reusable drinking cups are provided
Shampoos, conditioners, and lotions are placed in re-usable containers and refilled
100% biodegradable soap (laundry detergent, dish soap, and hand/body soap)
Environment friendly cleaning agents
Green Certifications / Awards
Certification in Sustainable Tourism (CST), Level 3, 2007
Community Programs / Charity
Arenal Springs Resort makes monthly donations to Apreflofas and the La Fortuna Sport Association. Every 3 months, the hotel also makes contributions to the Danaus Ecocenter in La Fortuna and the Fundación Ángeles del Señor, an organization that helps low income families in the community.
Hotel Sustainable Practices
Renewable Energy
Energy Conservation
Water Conservation
Land Conservation
91 rooms
Recycling Program
Waste/Toxicity Reduction
Green Awards/Certificates
Community and Charity
Additional Steps
Arenal Springs Resort
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