Pawhaoa was graded Enviro Gold by Qualmark in May 2013. We intend to continue with this high standard in years to come.
Enviro-Gold is evidence that Pawhaoa has achieved the pinnacle of responsible tourism practice.
At the time of the award being granted it was said: "Pawhaoa Bay Lodge has demonstrated their commitment
to the highest level in environmental practices, to achieve their Enviro-Gold.
The achievement is testament to how Pawhaoa Bay Lodge has fully integrated environmental
sustainability into a quality tourism product."
Environmental Mission Statement.
Pawhaoa Bay Lodge
acknowledges that we are placed in a blessed,
unique and natural environment of great beauty
and ecological and cultural value.
We are committed to conservation, sustainable
use and enhancement of our immediate, local and
global environment for the present and the
future.
By:
Minimising our
footprint through building design, colour,
solar water heating, and sophisticated
effluent disposal and tree planting.
Non use of toxic
sprays, and using biodegradable and eco
friendly cleaning and bathroom products.
Composting all food
scraps and other degradable matter.
Comprehensive
recycling of paper, cardboard, plastics,
metals wherever possible.
Advise , educate
and discuss our policies and methods with
guests, staff and others.
Participate in and
support Community Group and Environmental
Projects in our area.
To actively pursue
and monitor our progress in reducing energy
use, water and waste production
To actively pursue
our policy for an environmentally friendly and
sustainable Accommodation Business.
Ensure that none of
these activities compromise our delivery of
quality service and standards of care to our
guests.
Claire and Bill
Hurst
Pawhaoa Bay Lodge, Whangaruru North Road, Bland
Bay, RD 4, Hikurangi, Bay of Islands, Northland, New Zealand Email:
cbhurst@ihug.co.nz Phone: +64 9 433 6566, Fax: +64 9
433 6563, Mobile: 0274 399 440
ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST
Minimum Requirements
Workplace Practices
Community Involvement
Environmental Responsibility
Energy Efficiency
Market Place
Supply Chain Issues
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