Today we added a four language statement explaining our commitment to Biodiversity. Biodiversity is the one of the six objectives of the EU Taxonomy which applies to the Accommodation industry, according to https://ec.europa.eu/sustainable-finance-taxonomy/activities/activity/412/view
We explain about our actions to preserve biodiversity, some of these would also apply to the Objectives of Transition to a Circular Economy and Climate Change Mitigation, should the taxonomy extend our activity to these goals in addition to the existing goal set for our Industry of “Substantial contribution to the protection and restoration of biodiversity and ecosystems.” This is the area of sustainability which the EU authorities have highlighted for the hospitality industry. and we were on this already prior to the enforcement of the Taxonomy.
| Our Practice | Taxonomy Relevance |
|---|---|
| Ethical keeping of bees | Supports pollinator populations, crucial for ecosystem health |
| Heat pump investment (no public funds) | Reduces air pollution and habitat degradation from fossil fuels |
| Waste sorting & composting | Minimizes landfill impact, enriches soil biodiversity |
| Planting rare & fruit trees | Enhances habitat diversity and supports native species |
| Minimum mowing for meadow flora | Preserves wild plant species and insect habitats |
| Shinrin yoku offering | Promotes ecological awareness and low-impact tourism |
| Website nature guidelines | Encourages responsible guest behavior, reduces human footprint |
| Annual forest litterpicking | Direct action to restore and protect local ecosystems |
Is this just greenwashing? Come and see for yourselves. We’ll be happy to show guests personally each of the initiatives listed in the Sustainability Statement.
We’re not just ticking boxes—we’re cultivating a philosophy of care. One that goes hand in hand with our care of the disabled, our provision of healthy, local food, much of it grown on site, and our curation of musical and and other cultural activities.