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Goonearl Cottage Guest House
Green Policy
Environmental and Social
Responsibility Policy
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At Goonearl Cottage Guest House we are committed to working in a
sustainable way. We are undertaking the following actions in order to achieve
this.
- We comply with the
requirements of environmental legislation and approved codes of
practice.
- We continuously seek to
improve our environmental and social performance.
- We reduce pollutions
emissions and waste.
- We reduce the use of
energy, water, and other resources.
- We raise awareness
encourage participation and employ sustainable business practices.
- We expect similar
environmental standards from all suppliers and contractors.
- We assist customers to use
products and services in an environmentally sensitive way.
- We liaise with the local
community.
- We have minimized our risk
associated with social and environmental issues.
- We have joined the
Green Tourism Business Scheme as an indicator of
our sustainable practices.
We would like to ask
you to help us. The green folder in your room has suggestions on what you can
do to be a greener visitor.
Geoff & Sarah West
| Responsible Visitor Charter |
Be a responsible
visitor: Seven things that you can do to help save the planet.
- Conserve energy - Reduce
energy by switching off lights and closing windows if heating is on. The Energy
Saving Trust provides information on what you can do at home.
- Give the Car a Rest - Leave
the car behind, if only for a day. Walk, cycle, or use public
transport.
- Shop and Local - Use local
products, they give you a flavour of the area and help support local
communities. We are fortunate to have some fantastic producers of food, drink,
and arts and crafts in our region. Ask about local markets or local and
regional organic produce.
- Reduce, Reuse, Recycle -
Try to avid overly packaged goods and say no to that extra carrier bag. Try and
recycle any waste that you have.
- Be Water Wise - Please use
water wisely. Turn off the tap when brushing your teeth and adhere to towel
policies or other water saving initiatives.
- Respect Nature - Help us to
look after the landscape and wildlife by not littering, guarding against fire,
and using footpaths and cycle-ways responsibly.
- Support Green Tourism
Businesses - There are hundreds of businesses trying to reduce their
environmental impacts through the Green Tourism Business
Scheme. Businesses are rewarded Bronze, Silver, and Gold for their
efforts to be more environmentally responsible. See
www.green-business.co.uk for more
information.
Most important of all,
have a great time when you are here, we would like you to come back!
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