The Cape Grace, a Fairmont-managed hotel, in Cape Town has become the only hotel in South Africa to receive the globally recognised Green Key certification.
Green Key certification represents a standard of excellence in environmental responsibility and sustainable operation within the tourism industry. Certified properties comply with strict criteria set by the Foundation for Environmental Education FEE.
Olivier Granet and David Damiba , Managing Partners and co-CEOs of the hotels investment partner Kasada, said By achieving Green Key certification, Cape Grace not only sets a benchmark for sustainability for other hospitality establishments in South Africa but also demonstrates its dedication to preserving the environment for future generations. We remain committed to further enhancing the hotels sustainability performance year on year, which will benefit the environment and enhance the reputations of Cape Grace and Kasada as leaders in sustainability in South Africa and the wider continent.
In its final summary and decision on Cape Grace, Green Key stated the establishment performed well in all criteria.
The audit identified several key areas where the organisation is performing extremely well, including environmental management, waste management, plastic reduction, energy efficiency and water conservation. The establishment has made significant strides in achieving its environmental sustainability goals and has demonstrated compliance with Green Key for a Year 1 applicant.
