Terra Viva Sustainability
Renewable Energy
A combination of hydroelectric energy, solar panels, and biogas provides 95% of Terra Viva’s energy and electricity needs.
Water Conservation
Dinning tables are set without table clothes
Linens and laundry are washed every 3 days
Energy Conservation
Linens and laundry are air-dried
Energy efficient light bulbs in rooms, dinning room, and terraces
Kitchen refrigerator is an energy-efficient model
Only two mercury lamps in the parking lot remain lit at night
Recycling Program
Terra Viva’s recycling program includes glass, paper, plastic, and aluminum. Collection bins are located in all rooms and kitchen. The hotel uses the organic waste to produce compost and biogas.
Waste / Toxicity Reduction
Only durable and reusable drinking cups are provided
Shampoos, conditioners, and lotions are placed in reusable containers and refilled
100% biodegradable soap (laundry detergent, dish soap, and hand/body soap)
No swimming pool
Land Conservation
Terra Viva protects 180 acres of forest, representing 60% of its property. The land is kept as a biological private reserve.
Community Programs / Charity
Terra Viva makes monthly donations to the community for local road maintenance. They also donate time to the Monteverde Milk Producers Association, Monteverde Friends School, local municipality, and the Monteverde Cheese Factory Committee.
Additional Sustainability Steps
Terra Viva has its own gardens that produce about 30% of the hotel's food, and it has made significant efforts to serve local organic food. The hotel's wood construction and furniture was made from fallen trees on the property.
A combination of hydroelectric energy, solar panels, and biogas provides 95% of Terra Viva’s energy and electricity needs.
Water Conservation
Dinning tables are set without table clothes
Linens and laundry are washed every 3 days
Energy Conservation
Linens and laundry are air-dried
Energy efficient light bulbs in rooms, dinning room, and terraces
Kitchen refrigerator is an energy-efficient model
Only two mercury lamps in the parking lot remain lit at night
Recycling Program
Terra Viva’s recycling program includes glass, paper, plastic, and aluminum. Collection bins are located in all rooms and kitchen. The hotel uses the organic waste to produce compost and biogas.
Waste / Toxicity Reduction
Only durable and reusable drinking cups are provided
Shampoos, conditioners, and lotions are placed in reusable containers and refilled
100% biodegradable soap (laundry detergent, dish soap, and hand/body soap)
No swimming pool
Land Conservation
Terra Viva protects 180 acres of forest, representing 60% of its property. The land is kept as a biological private reserve.
Community Programs / Charity
Terra Viva makes monthly donations to the community for local road maintenance. They also donate time to the Monteverde Milk Producers Association, Monteverde Friends School, local municipality, and the Monteverde Cheese Factory Committee.
Additional Sustainability Steps
Terra Viva has its own gardens that produce about 30% of the hotel's food, and it has made significant efforts to serve local organic food. The hotel's wood construction and furniture was made from fallen trees on the property.
Hotel Sustainable Practices
Renewable Energy
Energy Conservation
Water Conservation
Land Conservation
8 rooms
Recycling Program
Waste/Toxicity Reduction
Green Awards/Certificates
Community and Charity
Additional Steps
