Iberostar Selection Holguin has achieved for the third time the EarthCheck Silver Certification. A recognition that endorses its commitment to exemplary environmental practices.
This hotel, located on Cuba’s northeastern coast, in Playa Pesquero, takes advantage of its privileged location. Surrounded by protected areas and a pristine beach. To promote initiatives for the conservation of local biodiversity.
On the other hand it advocates a policy that is in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. The implements measures focused on significantly reducing the carbon footprint. Eliminating single-use plastic from rooms and the zero-waste-to-landfill program.
Iberostar Selection Holguin is an excellent beach destination committed to the conservation of the planet. In a region internationally distinguished for its diversity between culture, nature and high levels of sustainability.
Moreover this certificate was also ratified for the Iberostar Grand Trinidad. Iberostar Grand Packard -which achieved it for the third time- and the Iberostar Selection Varadero, which obtained it for the fourth time.
Sustainability is a fundamental pillar in the operation of the hotels managed by Iberostar Cuba Hotels & Resorts. Among its most relevant achievements are the progressive reduction of plastics. The implementation of “zero waste” policies through composting and recycling, and the reduction of emissions through the use of clean energy and local suppliers.
Also each of these hotels has implemented innovative strategies to reduce its ecological impact and support good environmental practices in the travel and tourism industry on a global scale.
EarthCheck, considered the most rigorous standard in sustainable tourism globally, annually evaluates the performance of hotels in areas such as energy efficiency, waste management and community outreach.
In conclusion with these actions, Iberostar Cuba demonstrates that economic success and environmental protection can go hand in hand, inspiring the tourism sector to follow suit. In a context where travelers increasingly value responsible options, these certifications reinforce Cuba’s image as a destination committed to the planet.
With information from Excelencias Cuba and Redacción Radio Angulo.
Translated by Aliani Rojas Fernandez
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