Protecting our greatest resource, water

• Green systems for towel and sheet changes.
• Appliances that optimise water consumption (Flow Regulator technology) on all our taps, guaranteeing optimal flow and comfort; dual flush systems for WCs etc.
• Reuse of tertiary treated water for watering our gardens at PortBlue Club Pollentia Resort & Spa****.
• Sector water meters for daily monitoring of general water consumption (pool, irrigation, osmosis).
• We constantly analyse our performance to rapidly detect any issues.
• Native plant varieties in our gardens.

Reducing the carbon footprint

• We prioritise action for greater energy efficiency.
• Gradual automation in our buildings.
• Optimisation of energy use by recovering heat from refrigeration machinery.
• Installation of timers and movement sensors for lighting in public areas.
• LED lighting in most installations.
• Purchase of appliances and electronic equipment takes energy efficiency criteria into account.
• Automatic switch-off system for air conditioning if windows/doors are left open.
• Ongoing training of all staff in good practices and energy optimisation.
• Comprehensive monitoring and analysis of energy use, by sector where possible, for rapid detection of issues.

More sustainable raw materials

• We are gradually replacing single-use hygiene products in all our rooms.
• Locally-sourced and seasonal products are increasingly requested by our customers, who wish to enjoy a different kind of holiday.
• At PortBlue we value this enthusiasm for learning about our local gastronomy, and our buffets include zero-kilometre products.
• Other items, such as cellulose (serviettes, toilet paper etc) carry the EU Ecolabel, and in many cases are made from recycled paper.
• We choose recycled materials when replacing our outdoor furniture.

Waste management

• In our hotels, recycling is evident in every area, involving both our staff and our guests.
• We keep records of all waste generated by type, and thanks to this data we know that in 2021 we recycled 3% more than in 2020 at our hotels.
• All single-use items have disappeared from our bars and restaurants, and we are also working to remove single-portion items in 2022.
• For takeaway meals, we use compostable containers.
• Our printer cartridges are recyclable by the manufacturer.
• Other specific waste products are disposed of in a manner that ensures recycling or reuse – such as used cooking oil, which becomes biodiesel.
• Garden waste is collected by a specialist company and subsequently used as organic compost.