Jan 2013
SOLIDARITY CHECK-IN BEGINS
Lugaris decides to launch a campaign to raise funds for the Casal d’Infants Foundation
Jan 2013
Sustainability
GREEN LIVING IS
HAPPY LIVING
ECO TIPS FOR GUESTS
As part of our commitment to the environment, climate change and responsible tourism, at Lugaris we provide some tips that you can apply to Lugaris during your stay.
In the flats, we have a communication system in place to raise awareness about responsible water and electricity consumption.
At Lugaris we promote the use of public transport, so that you can get to know Barcelona with the lowest possible CO2 emissions. We also apply the same recommendations to our staff.
Lugaris Apartments incorporates actions to prevent the consumption of waste generated by the activity, especially non-biodegradable waste, by reducing single-use items.
At the time of check-in, we provide information about charming places to visit outside the usual attractions of the city, favouring decentralisation.
Lugaris Apartments provides staff with the Welcome Manual, which is a valuable tool that communicates the company’s philosophy, as well as the environmental principles it promotes and respects, in addition to advice on good health habits, internal processes, duties, rights and other confidential information.
Want to download our eco tips for Lugaristas? Here is all the information in a simple graphic.
CONSERVE TO PRESERVE
At Lugaris we also do our part. For this reason, we are implementing a series of actions to reduce our carbon footprint, care for the environment and guarantee a safe and equitable space for all our workers:
-At Lugaris we are working hard every day, developing a compensation plan with the carbon footprint involved in our activity.
-We work every day to offer quality sustainable accommodation in Barcelona. This is why Lugaris apartiments has water reducers in its flats in order to reduce water consumption.
-The fabric of our sheets and towels comply with environmental certification.
-The washing of the sheets and towels is done with certified ecological products.
-Our windows are double glazed, which favours thermal and sound insulation from the outside.
– The electrical appliances we buy are A+ to avoid excessive energy consumption. In addition, we have a preventive maintenance plan which means fewer parts to change and less environmental impact.
– To avoid over-lighting, we have proximity sensors in areas of the reception, such as the outside of the reception area. Likewise, the outdoor pool area has adequate lighting to avoid light pollution at night.
– At Lugaris Apartments we use sustainable packaging for Lost&Found deliveries.
– At Lugaris Apartments, the kitchenware in the flats is of high quality to avoid constant replacement of material, which translates into less environmental impact.
– The flats’ amenities such as shampoo, soap, body milk, etc. are in dispensers that have been selected according to their environmental compatibility.
– The company maintains an efficient management of the arrival and departure processes of the guests, for a professional quality service.
– The necessary safety requirements are guaranteed in the swimming pool and in terms of the safety of the facilities, as well as the quality of the water.
– The organisation develops personnel selection processes considering the gender equality perspective.
– The company has an equal opportunities plan for women and men.
– The company has an efficient and environmentally responsible internal communication system.
SUPPORTING LOCAL PROJECTS
In addition to always recommending local restaurants that work with fresh, quality produce, at Lugaris we also promote social work through various solidarity projects, such as the annual donations since 2004 to the Marató de TV3, a charity project that raises funds for various health causes and research into illnesses. Since 2013 we have also been offering our solidarity check-in, a contribution that helps us to make regular donations to the Casal d’infants foundation, which works to support families at risk of social exclusion, providing a safe space for the youngest children so that they can develop their extracurricular activities and continue to grow.
ECO- CERTIFICATES
At Lugaris we are very pleased to announce that we have obtained the Biosphere certification, a seal that accredits our commitment to the environment.
THE GREEN HISTORY OF LUGARIS
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