Climate Change Data

Calheta Beach Hotel

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2017)

Reporting Period: 2017

Environmental Metrics

Waste Generated:157 tons in 2018

ESG Focus Areas

  • Environmental Sustainability
  • Employee Training and Engagement
  • Community Engagement

Environmental Achievements

  • Reduced waste by approximately 65 tons in 2018 compared to 2017, achieving a 68.02% recycling rate in 2018 (up from 60.64% in 2017).
  • Reduced energy, water, and gas consumption through various initiatives including LED lighting, pool heating optimization, and reduced water flow from taps and showers.
  • Reduced usage of environmentally hazardous chemicals and adopted environmentally friendly alternatives.

Social Achievements

  • Conducted employee training programs on environmental sustainability.
  • Engaged employees and customers in environmental awareness programs.
  • Participated in solidarity campaigns and made donations to local charities (Bom Jesus Social and Parish Centre; Social Security Institute of Madeira; “Centro da Mãe” welfare association; Salesians of Funchal).

Governance Achievements

  • Established partnerships with local community groups (Quercus, Madeira Disabled Association, “O Tampinhas”).
  • Achieved Travelife Gold, Green Key, and TÜV Rheinland Portugal (Eco-Hotel System) certifications.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

  • Excessive or improper use of chemicals potentially impacting human health and the environment.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Contacted suppliers to ensure products did not contain harmful chemical agents.
  • Instructed employees on proper chemical use to reduce overall consumption and environmental impact.
  • Prioritized acquisition of local products and low-energy consumption appliances.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement
  • Prioritizing local products
  • Ensuring suppliers do not use harmful chemicals

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Awards & Recognition

  • Travelife Gold
  • Green Key
  • TÜV Rheinland Portugal (Eco-Hotel System)