Hacienda Pozo Azul Sustainability
Renewable Energy
Solar panels supply energy for the rooms’ water heating systems and lighting, meeting 30% of the hotel's electricity needs.
Energy Conservation
Linens and laundry are air-dried
CFL light bulbs
Water Conservation
Low-flow toilets in all bathrooms (1.6 gallons/flush max.).
Low-flow sink faucets and showerheads in all bathrooms (2.75 gallons/minute max.).
Land Conservation
Hacienda Pozo Azul protects 370 acres of land, representing 50% of the hotel’s property. On this land the hotel offers hiking trails and a canopy tour for their guests.The hotel is also reforesting areas that were used for cattle ranching.
Recycling Program
Hacienda Pozo Azul’s recycling program includes plastic, glass, aluminum, and compost. Collection bins are located throughout the hotel’s property, and guests are encouraged to put the materials in the corresponding bins. Hacienda Pozo Azul also works with the local school children to teach them the importance of recycling.
Waste / Toxicity Reduction
Only durable and reusable drinking cups area provided
Shampoo and conditioners are placed in reusable containers and are refilled
Biodegradable soaps are used as often as possible.
Green Certifications / Awards
Rainforest Alliance Good Practices, 2008
Community Programs / Charity
Hacienda Pozo Azul makes annual financial contributions to the local primary schools and high schools as well as to the community development association and local church. As an extension of their recycling education with local schools, Hacienda Pozo Azul also encourages the children to participate in their Sarapiqui River cleaning program to keep their local section of the river as clean as possible. The hotel also makes charity donations to groups in need. Past donations have included adventure packages, dinners at the restaurant, and construction materials. Hacienda Pozo Azul’s staff participates in community development works such as fixing roads, bridges, or infrastructure in the community.
Additional Sustainability Steps
Hacienda Pozo Azul is reforesting areas that were used for cattle ranching. The idea of the reforestation program is to bring in tree species that would serve as hosts for animals.
Solar panels supply energy for the rooms’ water heating systems and lighting, meeting 30% of the hotel's electricity needs.
Energy Conservation
Linens and laundry are air-dried
CFL light bulbs
Water Conservation
Low-flow toilets in all bathrooms (1.6 gallons/flush max.).
Low-flow sink faucets and showerheads in all bathrooms (2.75 gallons/minute max.).
Land Conservation
Hacienda Pozo Azul protects 370 acres of land, representing 50% of the hotel’s property. On this land the hotel offers hiking trails and a canopy tour for their guests.The hotel is also reforesting areas that were used for cattle ranching.
Recycling Program
Hacienda Pozo Azul’s recycling program includes plastic, glass, aluminum, and compost. Collection bins are located throughout the hotel’s property, and guests are encouraged to put the materials in the corresponding bins. Hacienda Pozo Azul also works with the local school children to teach them the importance of recycling.
Waste / Toxicity Reduction
Only durable and reusable drinking cups area provided
Shampoo and conditioners are placed in reusable containers and are refilled
Biodegradable soaps are used as often as possible.
Green Certifications / Awards
Rainforest Alliance Good Practices, 2008
Community Programs / Charity
Hacienda Pozo Azul makes annual financial contributions to the local primary schools and high schools as well as to the community development association and local church. As an extension of their recycling education with local schools, Hacienda Pozo Azul also encourages the children to participate in their Sarapiqui River cleaning program to keep their local section of the river as clean as possible. The hotel also makes charity donations to groups in need. Past donations have included adventure packages, dinners at the restaurant, and construction materials. Hacienda Pozo Azul’s staff participates in community development works such as fixing roads, bridges, or infrastructure in the community.
Additional Sustainability Steps
Hacienda Pozo Azul is reforesting areas that were used for cattle ranching. The idea of the reforestation program is to bring in tree species that would serve as hosts for animals.
Hotel Sustainable Practices
Renewable Energy
Energy Conservation
Water Conservation
Land Conservation
30 rooms
Recycling Program
Waste/Toxicity Reduction
Green Awards/Certificates
Community and Charity
Additional Steps
Hacienda Pozo Azul Adventures
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