Rancho Makena Sustainability
Renewable Energy
A biodigester produces biogas that is used for cooking. In the near future, the gas will also be used for heating guest room water. The biogas meets approximately 20% of the hotel's energy needs.
Energy Conservation
Laundry is air-dried
Water heaters are turned off when guests leave
Water Conservation
Low-flow toilets in all bathrooms (max of 1.6 gallons/flush)
Low-flow showerheads (max flow 2.75 gpm)
Dinning tables are set without table clothes
Land Conservation
Rancho Makena protects 15 acres of land, which represents 25% of their property. Hiking is the only activity that takes place on this land.
Recycling Program
Organic waste is used for composting
Waste / Toxicity Reduction
Only durable and reusable drinking cups are provided
100% biodegradable soap (laundry detergent, dish soap, and hand/body soap)
No swimming pool
Community Programs / Charity
Rancho Makena supports associations dedicated to at risk children and victims of domestic assault.
Additional Sustainability Steps
Rancho Makena runs an organic farm that produces 25% of the hotels food. The cabins at Rancho Makena were built with reforested wood and from trees that fell naturally. Tables, chairs, beds, and rocking chairs were all made with recycled wood.
A biodigester produces biogas that is used for cooking. In the near future, the gas will also be used for heating guest room water. The biogas meets approximately 20% of the hotel's energy needs.
Energy Conservation
Laundry is air-dried
Water heaters are turned off when guests leave
Water Conservation
Low-flow toilets in all bathrooms (max of 1.6 gallons/flush)
Low-flow showerheads (max flow 2.75 gpm)
Dinning tables are set without table clothes
Land Conservation
Rancho Makena protects 15 acres of land, which represents 25% of their property. Hiking is the only activity that takes place on this land.
Recycling Program
Organic waste is used for composting
Waste / Toxicity Reduction
Only durable and reusable drinking cups are provided
100% biodegradable soap (laundry detergent, dish soap, and hand/body soap)
No swimming pool
Community Programs / Charity
Rancho Makena supports associations dedicated to at risk children and victims of domestic assault.
Additional Sustainability Steps
Rancho Makena runs an organic farm that produces 25% of the hotels food. The cabins at Rancho Makena were built with reforested wood and from trees that fell naturally. Tables, chairs, beds, and rocking chairs were all made with recycled wood.
Hotel Sustainable Practices
Renewable Energy
Energy Conservation
Water Conservation
Land Conservation
17 rooms
Recycling Program
Waste/Toxicity Reduction
Green Awards/Certificates
Community and Charity
Additional Steps
