Bucuti & Tara Beach Resorts Environmental presentation 2010

Introduction

• 2008 National Geographic Traveler ‘Stay List” Top 150 worldwide resorts• 2007: ISLANDS Magazine BLUE LIST global tourism sustainable awards • October, 2005 - Bucuti Beach Green Team coaches Jr. Minister of Tourism for 2005 Youth

Congress • 2004: IH&RA (International Hotel & Restaurant Association) Green Hotel Award,

Independent Hotel category • 2003: Bucuti is named "Green Hotel of the Year" by the Caribbean Hotel Association • 2003 - 2008: ISO 14001 certified • Aruba Bucuti Beach Resort is the first hotel in the Americas and the Caribbean to obtain

ISO14001 Environmental Certification • 2002 - 2008: Green Globe 21 Certified • 2002 International Hotel and Restaurant Association Environmental Award • 2002 Caribbean Hotel Association Award for Achievement in Environmental Hotel

Management • 1999 Green Globe Commendation Award for outstanding achievement for Environmental

effort • 1999 American Express Green Area Award for regional environmental contribution • 1998 Caribbean Hotel Association Environmental Conservation Award • 1997 Caribbean Hotel Association Environmental Stewardship Award

AwardsAwards

2010

GREEN GLOBE GREEN GLOBE CERTIFICATIONCERTIFICATION

Green Globe Certification is the premier worldwide certification label for sustainable management and

operations.

Benefits…Benefits…

Operational costs are lowered when businesses complete certification and at the same time staff efficiency and engagement is improved.

Being sustainable means a better more productive work environment.

•Cost reductions over time lead to improved valuation for the business.

•Green Globe Certification provides an immediate recognition for ‘green’ consumers.

•Green Globe Certification is a clear differentiator between businesses in the market.

•Green Globe logo enhances brand image and reputation. •Enhances environmental stewardship within a destination.

Benefits…Benefits…• Promote your achievements to a worldwide audience of over 10.5 million consumers, 240.000 travel professionals, 35.000 meeting & incentive specialists, 1.800 tour operators as well as 5.000 investment houses. • 10% discount on published advertising rates at Islands Magazine, 30% discount for certified businesses.

• Green Globe promotes all members at the following trade shows: World Travel Market – ITB – IMEX – Arabian Travel Market – ITB ASIA – Luxury Travel Market and many other local trade shows.

• As a Green Globe Member you enjoy high visibility in the market and demonstrate a commitment to the environment, sustainable operations and management. The Green Globe Membership will guide you along the direct path to better environmental performance and improved Corporate Social Responsibility.

Join Green Globe at:Join Green Globe at:

ITB BERLIN – Berlin Mar 10 – 14, 2010 • Arabian Travel Market – Dubai May 4 – 7, 2010 • Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Investment Conference – Puerto Rico May 4 – 6, 2010 • IMEX -  Frankfurt May 25 – 27, 2010 • World Travel Market – London Nov 8 – 11, 2010 and 20 other local trade fairs to be announced in 2010

Standards…Standards…Green Globe Certification is based on the following documents:

• Global Partnership for Sustainable Tourism Criteria (STC Partnership)

• Baseline Criteria of the Sustainable Tourism Certification Network of the Americas. • Agenda 21 and principles for Sustainable Development endorsed by 182 governments at the United Nations Rio de Janeiro Earth Summit in 1992.

• The Mohonk Agreement

• ISO 9001 / 14001 (International Standard Organization)

• Green Globe Standards

Green Globe Certification Standards cover the following areas: Green Globe Certification Standards cover the following areas:

ISO 14001ISO 14001

ISO 14001 is an internationally accepted standard that sets out how you can go about putting in place an effective Environmental Management

System (EMS). The standard is designed to address the delicate balance between

maintaining profitability and reducing environmental impact; with the commitment of your entire organization, it can enable you to achieve both

objectives.

BENEFITS OF ISO 14001BENEFITS OF ISO 14001Certifying your company's environmental management system to ISO

14001 means that a third party has assessed that it meets the requirements set out in the standard.

Certification to ISO 14001 allows you to:

• Demonstrate a commitment to achieving legal and regulatory compliance to regulators and government • Demonstrate your environmental commitment to stakeholders • Demonstrate an innovative and forward thinking approach to customers and prospective employees • Increase your access to new customers and business partners • Better manage your environmental risks, now and in the future • Potentially reduce public liability insurance costs • Enhance your reputation

For particular industries, pressure is now being exerted by many large organizations, such as original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) who

expect their suppliers to adopt environmentally-friendly practices and may mandate ISO 14001 certification as a license to operate.

What changes can you expect to make What changes can you expect to make in the certification process?in the certification process?

OUR CONTRIBUTION…OUR CONTRIBUTION…

Basic principals with Environmental Management System

AT BUCUTI, WE REDUCE WATER CONSUMPTION BY:

Having the public areas equipped with motion detector devices (Electronic eye faucets).

Using paper filters to make backwashing unnecessary and eliminate the need for chlorine by

using an Autopilot regulating system.Water consumption have being reduced 90% by

using these products..

Installing low flow shower heads and aerators in faucets.

This implementation has contributed drastically to our reduction in water

consumption.

AT BUCUTI, WE REDUCE ELECTRICAL CONSUMPTION BY:

AT BUCUTI, WE REDUCE ELECTRICAL CONSUMPTION BY:

INSTALLING MOTION DETECTOR THERMOSTATS TO CONTROL THE A/C IN ALL ROOMS.

AT BUCUTI, WE REDUCE ELECTRICAL CONSUMPTION BY:

INSTALLING ENERFY EFICIENT LIGHT BULBS THROUGOUT THE PROPERTY

AT BUCUTI, WE REDUCE ELECTRICAL CONSUMPTION BY:

INSTALLING SOLAR PANELS TO MAKE USE OF NATURAL RESOURCES .

AT BUCUTI, WE REDUCE ELECTRICAL CONSUMPTION BY:

INSTALLING ENERGY EFICIENT COOLING SYSTEMS.

AT BUCUTI, WE REDUCE ELECTRICAL CONSUMPTION BY:

INSTALLING MOVEMENT SENSOR DEVICES IN ALL PUBLIC AREAS.

Reducing:Garbage disposalPackaging

disposalSolid Waste

Re-Using:ContainersOld linenSolid Waste

Recycling:PaperCartonGlassAluminumContainersFood leftovers

Palm leavesbecome beach huts…

plastic 6-pak can holders become décor.

Driftwood becomes frames…

Garden Clippings become mulch.

Old linen become laundry bags,

rags, cash bags, etc

Shower/sink water irrigates garden.

WE Recycle…

PAPER, CANS & BOTTLES.

VEGETABLE OIL.

NEWSPAPER

WE RECYCLE IN GUEST’S ROOMS

Invest protect and save

Legionnaires Legionnaires controlcontrol

Energy efficientEnergy efficientEquipmentEquipment

Renewable Renewable Energy SourcesEnergy Sources

Sustainable Purchasing Sustainable Purchasing and operations.and operations.

IONIC AIR PURIFIERSNegative ION generators are placed in all

guest’s rooms.

Sustainable Purchasing Sustainable Purchasing and operations.and operations.

CERTIFIED FARMED WOOD IS BEING USED ON THE PROPERTY.

Sustainable Purchasing Sustainable Purchasing and operations.and operations.

ONLY INDIGENOUS FLORAIS PLANTED ON THE PROPERTY.

Certified Farmed wood furnishings. Pool furniture made of recycled plastic.

Sustainable Purchasing Sustainable Purchasing and operations.and operations.

Environmental AwarenessEnvironmental Awareness

Continuous support towards the protection of our flora and fauna.

Continuously sponsoring the protection and conservation of

the Leatherback Sea Turtles nesting season

Activism against unsustainable Activism against unsustainable practicespractices

• Protests against unsustainable project for a Protests against unsustainable project for a Dolphinarium. (Bucuti sponsored T-shirts Dolphinarium. (Bucuti sponsored T-shirts

and Advertisements, letter and lobby and Advertisements, letter and lobby campaign.campaign.

IF NOT YOU, THEN WHO?

Activism against unsustainable practices

Court Case against the Aruba Government to control Jet Ski's.

Bucuti won the case

IF NOT YOU, THEN WHO?

Chemicals & hazardous materials

Cleaning products can be among the most hazardous chemicals in your home or office. These products create hazardous waste – threatening human health and the natural environment.

Borax, ammonia and baking soda are safe alternatives that can clean and disinfect to meet

hospital standards and are much cheaper than name brand cleaners.

There are many green products available that are just as effective as traditional ones.

Protect your associates, guest and communityProtect your associates, guest and community

Tips: • Choose products that are

biodegradable and non toxic to humans and aquatic life.

• Choose concentrated products, and be sure that they can work in cold water.

• Choose products with VOC concentrations of less than 10% of the weight of the products when diluted for use as directed.

• Choose products with a neutral ph. • Choose products in recycled,

recyclable and refillable containers and packaging.

ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM LEGIONNAIRES PREVENTION

Berson UV water intake line and outflow lines prevent Legionnaires disease

Environmental Management System Legionnaires prevention

Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) is a systematic preventative approach to food safety that addresses physical, chemical, and biological hazards as a means of prevention rather

than finished product inspection.

Environmental Purchasing Policy Environmental Purchasing Policy

The Aruba Bucuti Beach Resort and Tara Suites & Spa acknowledge that our purchases can have a positive impact on our environment. The benefits of our environmentally friendly purchases will help to create a clean, healthy and safe environment for our staff, guests and

the community.

We commit wherever possible to purchasing:• Energy & water efficient equipment• Packaging & products that are reusable/recyclable , in bulk and locally available.• Products that are bio-degradable and less hazardous.• Trough larger orders that will last for longer periods.• From suppliers who offer environmentally sound options and who practice HACCP good environmental stewardship.• Committed to purchase only products that comply with our quality criteria to ensure the highest possible quality of goods & services.

Key characteristics of Key characteristics of Responsible TourismResponsible Tourism

• Minimizes negative economic, environmental and social impacts • Generates greater economic benefits for local people and

enhances the well-being of host communities, improves working conditions and access to the industry

• Involves local people in decisions that affect their lives and life chances

• Makes positive contributions to the conservation of natural and cultural heritage, to the maintenance of the world's diversity

• Provides more enjoyable experiences for tourists through more meaningful connections with local people, and a greater understanding of local cultural, social and environmental issues

• Provides access for physically challenged people • Is culturally sensitive, engenders respect between tourists and

hosts, and builds local pride and confidence

Local Local Community Community involvementinvolvement

Safety and Emergency Management

Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort. Employees are constantly prepared for

emergency issues.

We are sponsoring Youth educational opportunities, inviting them for We are sponsoring Youth educational opportunities, inviting them for environmental tour of our business, join on beach clean ups, recycling contests etc.environmental tour of our business, join on beach clean ups, recycling contests etc.

We did it !!!

Leading by example…

Winner 2006 Trip Advisor Traveler’s Choice

Winner 2002 Aruba Recycling Contest

Leading by example…

Ewald Biemans – Regional Vice President

2006 - 2008

Winner 2008 Trip Advisor Traveler’s Choice

Leading by example…

Environmental Recognition 2007 Bluelist2007 HOT 100

Winner 2007Resorts & Great HotelsConnoisseur’s Award

Leading by example…

2002Caribbean Hotelier of the

YearEwald Biemans

2005 Winner Hospitality Project Design

Award

Leading by example…

Winner 2003 Green Hotel of the Year

Iguana AwardsHotel General Manager of

the Year

Leading by example…

1996 – 1997 AHATA Treasurer

Ewald Biemans

2005 WinnerHospitality Project Design

Leading by example…

Winner 1998Environmental Conservation

AwardEwald Biemans

Winner 2002 Green Hotel of the Year

Leading by example…

2008Elite Wedding Collection

2008 Apple VacationGolden Apple Award

Leading by example…

Winner 2007Environmental Stewardship

Award

1999AHATA Industry Award

Leading by example…

Tortuga Awards

2004 WinnerIH&RA Environmental Award

Leading by example…

Winner 2008Expedia Insiders’ Select

2009Elite Wedding Collection

Leading by example…

Winner 2009 Trip Advisor Traveler’s Choice

Outdone by Dubai, Taiwan tower seeks green award

Taipei 101 will spend T$60 million ($1.9 million) over the next year to meet 100 criteria for an environmental certificate that it would hold over Dubai.

Responsible environmental practices. Our customers demand it

TUI Travel talks tough on green policy

Europe's biggest travel group will pull out of destinations and withdraw from hotels that do not

comply with its environmental standards.

TUI UK and Ireland managing directorDermot Blastland

Sun Ovens International - delivering hundreds of solar-powered ovens capable of making 1,200 meals in eight hours to homeless camps.

Worldwater & Solar Technologies - donated a 22 kW array that is running a boarding school for 350 kids and a solar-powered mobile water purification system that is pumping out 30,000 gallons of clean water daily at a Red Cross aid station.

Digicel - donating 1,000 solar mobile phones to keep lines of communication open during the crisis.

Sol Inc. - contributing 100 solar-powered streetlights that can be installed in less than an hour, stay lit all night and stand up to hurricane-force winds.

All our customers read about it daily

Even the rich and famous are ‘green’Even the rich and famous are ‘green’

• We are saturated in print, web, We are saturated in print, web, TV and radio media with stories TV and radio media with stories about our environment and our about our environment and our responsibility to participate in responsibility to participate in preserving itpreserving it..

So….can we afford to be absent from the Green movement?

THANK YOU.