Sustainability at Jetwing Hotels
Pioneering Sustainable Tourism With Sri Lankan Hospitality
Jetwing Hotels has been a pioneer of sustainable tourism in Sri Lanka, guided for over five decades by the philosophy of our founder the late Herbert Cooray. We believe that sustainability and its challenges are constantly evolving and require dynamic, innovative solutions. While our efforts in the past were guided by an inherent desire to maintain a harmonious relationship between the business, environment, and the local communities our initiatives today are guided by a comprehensive six-fold Sustainability Strategy.
Creating a Butterfly Effect
With the importance of sustainability being brought to the fore in recent times, the need for conscious decisions to be made for the future of the planet and its people is greater than ever. Rather than a destination, we believe that sustainability is a journey of discovery, innovation, and tenacity and making changes today, however small, can lead to a better future for all.
By sharing our journey of sustainability, what we have learnt, and what we hope to achieve, we aim to inspire change and create a butterfly effect.
Sustainability Strategy
Built upon the commitment outlined in our Sustainability Policy, our Sustainability Strategy focuses on six key categories designed to promote a holistic framework of initiatives that focus on the environment, economy and people both within and beyond our family. More often than not, our initiatives encompass more than one category – demonstrating the extent of our sustainability efforts which highlight key impact areas of our business, and remain in continuous development in order to meet the needs of our rapidly changing world.
Climate Action
More DetailsMinimizing emissions through an increased reliance on renewable energy sources; while also incorporating adaptation measures to improve climate resilience of our operations
Resource Efficiency
More DetailsOptimising our use of resources by managing overall consumption, through the integration of circular practices to reduce consumption, and maximise reusability and recyclability of waste across our operations
Heritage Stewardship
More DetailsPreserving the island’s rich and diverse, natural and cultural heritage, by respecting traditions as we curate authentic local experiences, and actively working to conserve our natural environment
Thriving Community
More DetailsSharing the economic and social benefits of sustainable tourism with our local communities, by creating meaningful opportunities for residents and entrepreneurs, and building partnerships that foster shared success
Empowered Family
More DetailsProviding an enriching and equitable work environment that promotes employee satisfaction and empowerment, through continuous learning and development opportunities, to ensure every employee feels valued and supported
Impact Sourcing
More DetailsStriving to strengthen the local economy while mitigating transportation impacts by prioritising local sourcing, integrating responsible production practices, and encouraging supplier responsibility across the value chain
The Bigger Picture
The impact of the sustainable initiatives at Jetwing Hotels is not simply limited to its scope of operations, instead helps achieve wider objectives by aligning with the United Nations’ framework for sustainable development.
Our business actions and initiatives assure us that we are “almost there” when it comes to meeting the required targets for four of the goals; and we are “well on our way” towards meeting the targets of further eight goals. We recognise the importance of all sustainable development goals and believe that our continued commitment to improve our environmental and social performance will play an active part in its success.
Sustainability Policies
In order to ensure compliance with industry standards in specific operational areas, we have also developed a number of policies that are based on the aims and outcomes of our overall Sustainability Strategy.
- Environment Policy: We take all possible steps to protect and maintain a clean and healthy environment.
- Energy Management Policy: We understand and believe that energy is a valuable commodity and conservation of energy is the need of the hour.
- Human Rights Policy: We acknowledge and respect the principles contained in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and The International Labour Organization’s Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work.
- ‘Zero Tolerance Policy’: on Child Abuse in Sri Lanka: As a responsible tourism initiative we aim to highlight and generate awareness on child abuse in Sri Lanka which we have a zero tolerance policy on.
- Quality Assurance Policy: We are committed to delivering the highest quality of service, meeting the needs & expectations of our guests and other stakeholders.
- Food Safety Policy: We acknowledge our responsibility to provide safe and wholesome food for our guests and our associates.
- Jetwing COVID-19 Safety Policy: We acknowledge our responsibility to maintain an environment devoid of COVID-19 threats for our employees and interested parties.
At Jetwing Hotels, we’re committed to minimizing our environmental footprint and fostering positive social impacts. We welcome your feedback on our sustainability efforts, including suggestions for how we improve. Please share your thoughts and ideas with us at sustainability@jetwinghotels.com
