Environmental responsibility

To promote water conservation,

We:

• Use 100% recycled wastewater for irrigation purposes.
• Prioritise landscaping designs that favour endemic plants, sand, and rocks to reduce irrigation needs.
• Explore alternatives for potable water provision, including desalination plants at Le Morne Peninsula and Trou aux Biches Beachcomber.
• Favour rainwater harvesting systems that divert rainfall into storage tanks.
• Perform regular pool water quality monitoring with automated control systems to reduce the frequency and duration of backwashing.
• Reduce water wastage by using automatic sensor faucets in all our Artisan zones.
• Have installed water meters at strategic locations to effectively monitor water usage. Aerators have been fitted to taps and showerheads, optimising flow to 6 litres per minute. Additionally, all Guest rooms and public areas are now featured with dual flush toilets, and push buttons have been installed to beach showers.
• Have implemented a "Linen Change Card Policy", encouraging Guests to reuse their bed sheets / towels and recommending showers instead of baths.

To reduce our energy consumption,

We:

• Promote renewable energy by installing photovoltaic panels on our hotels’ rooms, contributing to an average of 5% green energy per hotel. Currently, 3,090 panels have been installed.
• Use variable speed drives on energy-intensive appliances to save on energy usage and prioritise the use of solar water heaters coupled with heat recovery chillers, to further reduce fossil fuel.
• Control the energy consumption of our kitchens through electric load management and centralised cold room systems.
• Favour natural lighting and use thermal insulation products on our roofs to help reduce irradiation effects and achieve 5°C cooling.
• Optimise energy consumption by using energy-saving lights (LED) and solar lighting, and gradually implementing Room Energy Management systems, such as motion detection door switches and timers for outdoor lighting.
• Introduced energy-saving friendly features for our Guests to switch off lights and air-conditioning before leaving their rooms.
• Set air-conditioning temperatures at minimum 22°C for energy efficiency, without compromising Guests' comfort.

To implement comprehensive waste management practices,

We:

• Segregate and recycle nearly 60% of our waste, including plastic, cardboard, paper, cans, Nespresso capsules, candles, cooking oil, electronic waste and batteries. We also collaborate with local farmers to recycle all our organic waste.
• Embrace the circular economy by creating a composting site at Paradis Beachcomber to divert green waste from the landfill and reuse the compost in our business units.
• Have eliminated single-use plastic, with respect to offerings in our mini-bars, and encourage both Artisans and Guests to participate in our segregation efforts through tri-bins available in rooms and public areas.
• Pioneered the purchase of cooking oil in bulk in Mauritius, thereby eliminating tons of single-use plastic packaging and cartons.
• Installed in-house water bottling plants in all our hotels.
• Partnered with FoodWise to distribute surplus food produced to nearby communities.
• Upcycle old bed linens into laundry bags or make use of environment-friendly laundry bags.

To nurture our natural surroundings and enhance local ecosystems,

We:

• Prioritise the planting of endemic trees, with over 10 different varieties now thriving in our hotels' gardens.
• Install beehives, recognising the vital role of bees in biodiversity. We now have over 45 beehives across our properties, producing more than 500 Kg of "Honey from our Gardens" which we proudly serve to our Guests.
• Use seawater and sea salt to control weeds on our lawns, minimising the use of hazardous substances.
• Protect marine biodiversity through our coral restoration project, involving 20 Artisans from Paradis Beachcomber and Trou aux Biches Beachcomber.
• Organise regular clean-up campaigns with the participation of Guests, Artisans and other stakeholders.

To support and develop communities around us,

We:

• Assist and fund various NGOs dedicated to community development projects in villages around our hotels, through our Fondation Espoir Développement (FED), established since 1999.
• Set up regional committees as part of our commitment to community empowerment since 2003, creating a robust network for the development of social and environmental projects.
• Empower Mauritian craftsmanship through our Beautiful Localhands organisation.
• Promote employability of 300 youths from vulnerable backgrounds in our hotels every year through our Youth Employability Project (PEJ) launched in 2001. Over the years, +3,500 young people have benefitted from this programme.
• Provide educational support to children and fund schools designed to enhance their academic performance.
• Put in place the "Vulnerable Lives Matter” project in 2021 funded by the EU. This comprehensive social initiative supports women engaged in entrepreneurship, youths, and individuals with disabilities, fostering their social and economic integration.
• Maximise local employment with the majority of our Artisans living within a 20 Km radius of our hotels.
• Organise awareness sessions for main stakeholders working within our premises, including beach hawkers and taxi drivers.

To practice ethical and sustainable procurement,

We:

• Actively engage with our suppliers by sharing our “Environmental and Social Policy” and “Sustainable Purchasing Policy” and select them based on their commitment to environmental responsibility.
• Favour the purchase of Made in Moris products to support and encourage local entrepreneurship.
• Purchase ozone-friendly refrigeration equipment to minimise environmental impact.
• Consider low energy-consumption appliances for all new purchases to enhance energy efficiency.
• Prioritise eco-friendly items, such as cleaning supplies, bathroom amenities, and FSC-certified paper.

To engage and involve our Artisans in our sustainability journey,

We:

• Established a Green Team Committee within each of our hotels and Head Office to monitor, develop, and continually improve our commitments with a defined Sustainable Action Plan.
• Mentor new recruits on sustainable development concepts as part of our onboarding programme and encourage all Artisans to participate in our EarthCheck Awareness training course.
• Provide training to our Boathouse Artisans on biodiversity and marine life through Reef Conservation.
• Promote eco-responsible awareness and practices among our Artisans using posters, stickers, Green Tours, corporate video, and more.
• Encourage the participation of our Artisans in events like World Water Day, World Environment Day, and Earth Day.

To encourage Guests’ participation in our sustainability efforts,

We:

• Inform our Guests about "Our 52 Commitments to Sustainability" through different communication channels.
• Invite Guests to contribute to our "Top FED Programme" through a symbolic amount added to their bill.
• Offer junior Guests a "Be Eco-Friendly" signature activity and the opportunity to participate in our "Beautiful Neighbours" initiative.
• Share local culture with Guests through the Beautiful Story ritual as well as the "Wild Island" and "Tropical India" signature shows.
• Provide eco-responsible snorkelling trips and promote non-motorised water sports activities like paddle yoga at some of our hotels.
• Promote the sale of products from Beautiful Localhands in our shops.
• Encourage Guests to participate in our environmental initiatives and Green Tours.

For more than 25 years, we have made it our mission to preserve and develop the environment, and the communities, in which Beachcomber Resorts & Hotels are found.

Concerning the environment, our main focus areas are energy, water, waste management, and biodiversity. On the social level, we support integration in the socio-economic mainstream of vulnerable groups (young people, craftworkers) and community development in the areas surrounding our hotels and Head Office.

At Beachcomber Resorts & Hotels, we have a long-standing commitment to sustainable development.

We recognize that our hotels may have a negative impact on the environment, and the communities in which they are found. We consider it our responsibility to limit this impact to the best we can.

That is why we are proud to announce that since 2024, all our properties, including our Group’s Head Office, the Beachcomber House, have achieved the EarthCheck Benchmarked Gold Status.

About EarthCheck

Founded in Australia in 1987, EarthCheck is a scientific benchmarking certification and advisory group dedicated to the travel and tourism industry. The EarthCheck certification assesses the following criteria:

• The implementation of a sustainable development policy, consumption of water, paper and energy, as well as waste management.
• Responsible use of pesticides.
• Proper use of maintenance and hygiene products.
• Involvement with local communities.

EarthCheck’s mission is to help businesses, communities, and governments to deliver clean, safe, prosperous, and healthy destinations for travellers to visit, live, work, and play. For more information about the organisation, please visit their website here.

Our Commitment in Practice

As part of our long-standing commitment to sustainable development, we strive to apply best practices in environmental and social sustainability. Our contribution towards a greener tomorrow includes the following:

• The installation of wastewater treatment plants.
• The implementation of better systems and technologies to improve our energy efficiency and reduce CO₂ emissions.
• Numerous CSR projects through which we help and give back to communities where our hotels are found.

In addition to this, we encourage our Artisans of hospitality to present our commitment to environmental and social sustainability to all key stakeholders, including guests, suppliers, and contractors.

See also:

• Beachcomber Resorts Hotels 2024 Certified Gold
• Royal Palm Beachcomber Luxury 2024 Certified Gold
• Dinarobin Beachcomber Golf Resort Spa 2024 Certified Gold
• Paradis Beachcomber Golf Resort Spa 2024 Certified Gold
• Trou Aux Biches Beachcomber Golf Resort Spa 2024 Certified Gold
• Shandrani Beachcomber Resort and Spa 2024 Certified Gold
• Victoria Beachcomber Resort Spa 2024 Certified Gold
• Canonnier Beachcomber Golf Resort and Spa 2024 Certified Gold
• Mauricia Beachcomber Resort Spa 2024 Certified Gold

We, Beachcomber Resorts & Hotels, being a Mauritian company and pioneer of the hospitality industry, are aware and conscious that reducing our environmental impact where we operate is critical for the sustainable development of Mauritian tourism.

We have, therefore, committed ourselves in assessing, measuring and controlling our activities so as to comply fully with applicable environmental laws and regulations together with industry best practices. And to support our commitment, we have implemented an Environmental & Social Policy.

See also:

• Beachcomber Environmental and Social Statement 2025
• Royal Palm Beachcomber Environmental and Social Policy 2025
• Dinarobin Beachcomber Environmental and Social Policy 2025
• Paradis Beachcomber Environmental and Social Policy 2025
• Trou aux Biches Beachcomber Environmental and Social Policy 2025
• Shandrani Beachcomber Environmental and Social Policy 2025
• Victoria Beachcomber Environmental and Social Policy 2025
• Canonnier Beachcomber Environmental and Social Policy 2025
• Mauricia Beachcomber Environmental and Social Policy 2025

The Bee Sustainable initiative proves that sustainability and hospitality go hand in hand. Part of our “52 commitments to our Planet”, Bee Sustainable is a project which sees beehives installed in hotels across the Group. The aim is to contribute to the conservation of bees and provide our guests with quality honey straight from our gardens.

Why Bee Sustainable?

Bees are vital to our ecosystem. Unfortunately, due to industrial agriculture and global warming, their numbers are now in fast decline. Bee Sustainable aims to contribute to their preservation by providing a habitat for bees, and by spreading awareness of their importance for a viable ecosystem. Our objective for the project is to have 12 fully functioning beehives across Le Morne Peninsula.

The project is part of our Group’s Sustainable Engagement Policy and was implemented by local beekeeping enthusiasts Etienne de Senneville (Bee Works). First launched in the gardens of the Royal Palm Beachcomber Luxury and gradually implemented across all hotels of the Group, our beehives produce an average of 12 kg of honey each year, most of which can be found on the breakfast tables across our hotels.

Food waste has long been a problem in the hospitality industry. The NGO Foodwise tackles the issue by redistributing leftover food from hotels, supermarkets and restaurants to vulnerable youth in selected schools across the island and other NGOs.

In-line with our social commitment to the community, we are proud to partner with Foodwise to offer children from RCA Case Noyale Government School, and Résidence Mère Teresa ( with the approval of their parents) a balanced meal two nights per week.

For more information about Foodwise and their work, visit their Facebook page at the following link.

The PLEDGE™ on Food Waste at Victoria Beachcomber Resort & Spa: An Analysis of one-month of implementation at Le Superbe Kitchen & Restaurant

Reducing food loss and waste is crucial, as it contributes to the realisation of broader improvements to agri-food systems toward achieving food security, food safety, improving food quality and delivering on nutritional outcomes. Reducing food loss and waste also contributes significantly to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, as well as pressure on land and water resources.

Victoria Beachcomber Resort & Spa is committed, through its EarthCheck Silver certification, to continuously improve its environmental and social impact. As part of this endeavour, the management of the hotel recognises the impact of food waste on society and the environment, and hence engages to manage this waste responsibly.

Victoria Beachcomber commits to create a food waste conscious environment within its food operations. The main kitchen and restaurant, Le Superbe, is therefore embarking on a journey to cut on food waste, reduce unnecessary costs and negative environmental impacts, and reach the international certification and benchmarking standard, The PLEDGE™ on Food Waste.

This certification is a practical and scalable answer to the widely underestimated and consequential issue of food waste. In line with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals 2, 12, and 13 and designed on first-hand knowledge from F&B sustainability experts and academics, it helps restaurants to drastically reduce food waste, cut on cost, boost their image, and foster collaboration with complimentary food waste solution providers.

The Singapore-based third-party audited certification and benchmarking system is articulated around 7 key pillars that include Process Documentation, Employees Commitment, Food Waste Monitoring System, Food Handling Before Preparation, Food Preparation and Offering, Customer Engagement, and Post Consumer. The angle is for food operations to aim for zero food waste to landfill.

A dedicated team, called the Food Lovers Committee has been set up at Victoria Beachcomber. The committee members have received technical training to implement an advanced food waste monitoring system in the main kitchen and restaurant, using LightBlue’s FIT technology. They were also trained on The PLEDGE™ on Food Waste certification, through a holistic approach involving 95 criteria categorised under the 7 pillars.

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