Duurzaamheid
Zwitserland - Wereldkampioen in Duurzaamheid!
Een toppositie in de Environmental Performance Index (EPI)De universiteiten Columbia & Yale evalueren de landen regelmatig op het gebied van milieu, luchtvervuiling, waterkwaliteit, biodiversiteit, de omgang met natuurlijke bronnen en klimaatverandering. In 2012 stond Zwitserland op de eerste plaats.
Studie van Booz Allen Hamilton Studie van Booz Allen Hamilton over duurzaam toerisme wijst op dat in Zwitserland duurzaam toerisme wijd en zijd verbreid is. Deze mening wordt ook gedeeld door het "Global Travel & Tourism Competitiveness Report 2008": Zwitserland staat op plaats één van de 130 geëvalueerde landen.
Internationale Mercerstudie naar de leefbaarheid in steden 221 steden worden wereldwijd op grond van 39 factoren (van politieke en economische tot en met milieukundige) geanalyseerd en beoordeeld. 3 Zwitserse steden staan bij de eerste 10: Zürich: plaats 2; Genève: plaats 8 en Bern: plaats 9.
Wereldkampioen in het consequent recyclen (96% glas, 90% aluminium, 77% papier, 76% PET), rigide voorschriften voor afgewerkte gassen, een voorbeeldige afvalverwijdering
Zorgvuldig geregelde landschapsplanning, strenge voorschriften voor bouwprojecten
In Zwitserland zijn talloze milieubewuste activiteiten mogelijk (medewerking aan landschapsprojecten, b.v. Segway-tochten
Studie van Booz Allen Hamilton Studie van Booz Allen Hamilton over duurzaam toerisme wijst op dat in Zwitserland duurzaam toerisme wijd en zijd verbreid is. Deze mening wordt ook gedeeld door het "Global Travel & Tourism Competitiveness Report 2008": Zwitserland staat op plaats één van de 130 geëvalueerde landen.
Internationale Mercerstudie naar de leefbaarheid in steden 221 steden worden wereldwijd op grond van 39 factoren (van politieke en economische tot en met milieukundige) geanalyseerd en beoordeeld. 3 Zwitserse steden staan bij de eerste 10: Zürich: plaats 2; Genève: plaats 8 en Bern: plaats 9.
Wereldkampioen in het consequent recyclen (96% glas, 90% aluminium, 77% papier, 76% PET), rigide voorschriften voor afgewerkte gassen, een voorbeeldige afvalverwijdering
Zorgvuldig geregelde landschapsplanning, strenge voorschriften voor bouwprojecten
In Zwitserland zijn talloze milieubewuste activiteiten mogelijk (medewerking aan landschapsprojecten, b.v. Segway-tochten
Sustainability at the Switzerland Convention & Incentive Bureau
Case Study: Adventure World Travel Summit
In October 2012 the annual Adventure Travel World Summit event took place over one week in Lucerne, Switzerland.The 2012 Adventure Travel World Summit was the most sustainable ever organized by ATTA, thanks to the initiative of the Switzerland Convention & Incentive Bureau (SCIB) and Lucerne Tourism. Check their sustainability achievements on this website
Best Stand for Sustainability at EIBTM 2012
The Switzerland Convention & Incentive Bureau (SCIB) is the winner of this year's EIBTM Stand Awards Best Stand for Sustainability and Best Stand Personnel. The SCIB trumpted the competition with its strong commitment to environmental sustainability before and during the show.IMEX Green Exhibitor Award 2010
The IMEX Green Exhibitor Award is designed to highlight the ease with which exhibitors can make their stands, marketing materials and the entire process of exhibiting at IMEX more environmentally-friendly and sustainable. The award is intended to encourage all exhibitors to contribute to IMEX’s waste reduction policies, aiding the IMEX organisers in making the show as environmentally friendly as possible.Switzerland Convention & Incentive Bureau (SCIB) has scooped the Green Exhibitor Award at the 2010 IMEX in Frankfurt. Offering a strong case for environmental sustainability, SCIB fended off competition for this coveted award by implementing athroughout the show, which impressed the judging paneln impressive number of carbon reduction measures .
The sustainable stand
The SCIB was awarded in recognition of its widespread use of Swiss wood in its stand construction. The wood is a renewable resource and net remover of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. All promotional material used at the fairs are printed carbon-neutral. The stand also made the most of low energy lighting, minimal electricity and locally sourced organic food and beverages.For IMEX all Switzerland Tourism staff, including the stand builders, travelled to Frankfurt by train to reduce carbon emissions. For the transport of materials, SCIB also used trucks booked via the “truck market” to avoid empty runs between Switzerland and Germany. All stand material and printed material was organised to require just one transport run.
Transportation
SWISS bedrijft een moderne vliegtuigvloot, die tot 2014 nog wordt uitgebreid. Het resultaat: een markante reductie van het kerosineverbruik.
Swiss Travel System Zuiver onderweg:
Swiss Travel System Zuiver onderweg:
- Om de 12 minuten een trein: 3000 kilometer netwerk met dagelijks 9000 treinen.
- Dat is een Europees record en ecologisch, want de trein glijdt haast zonder schadelijke stoffen te produceren door de 671 tunnels en over 6000 bruggen.
- In geen land ter aarde leggen de inwoners per jaar meer kilometers in de trein af dan in Zwitserland.
Lake Geneva Region
Leysin
KuklosRond de Kuklos bevindt zich een themapad over hernieuwbare energieën. Het themapad plaatst 11 energieën op de voorgrond die onze toekomst betekenen.Lucerne - Lake Lucerne Region
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UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Entlebuch The Entlebuch region, between Bern and Lucerne, is Switzerland's only UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Discover a mysterious and colourful world stretching over 400 km2, with fantastic boggy terrain and karst serving as the backdrop to numerous exciting and original activites: William Tell tournament, bike boarding, Kneipp wellbeing and even a suspension rope park (site in German).
Stanserhorn cable car The Stanserhorn cable car is the first open-top, double-decker version in the world. The energy for the revolving restaurant at the top and for operating the cable car comes from a photovoltaic system. Rainwater is also collected and heated using this energy. The operating company protects the local flora and fauna and ensures that visitors leave with a memorable experience.
Swiss Holiday Park 4*, Morschach, ISO 14001 certified The Conference Hotel Swiss Holiday Park is ISO 14001 certified. Electric kart competitions can be organised for a minimum of 8 people. The power is supplied by the region's hydraulic energy system. (site in German)
Park Hotel Weggis 5*sup, ISO 14001 certified ISO 14001 certified. Since 1999, the hotel has been heated and air conditioned using water from Lake Lucerne, thanks to an ingenious heat pump system. In winter, additional energy comes from the urban wood heating network. To save even more energy, all the incandescent bulbs have been replaced with low-energy bulbs or LEDs.
Seminar- and Wellnesshotel Stoos 4* Conference hotel which forms part of Switzerland's group of solar hotels, with solar panels covering a surface area of 180 m2.
Sustainable events around Lucerne
UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Entlebuch The Entlebuch region, between Bern and Lucerne, is Switzerland's only UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Discover a mysterious and colourful world stretching over 400 km2, with fantastic boggy terrain and karst serving as the backdrop to numerous exciting and original activites: William Tell tournament, bike boarding, Kneipp wellbeing and even a suspension rope park (site in German).
Stanserhorn cable car The Stanserhorn cable car is the first open-top, double-decker version in the world. The energy for the revolving restaurant at the top and for operating the cable car comes from a photovoltaic system. Rainwater is also collected and heated using this energy. The operating company protects the local flora and fauna and ensures that visitors leave with a memorable experience.
Swiss Holiday Park 4*, Morschach, ISO 14001 certified The Conference Hotel Swiss Holiday Park is ISO 14001 certified. Electric kart competitions can be organised for a minimum of 8 people. The power is supplied by the region's hydraulic energy system. (site in German)
Park Hotel Weggis 5*sup, ISO 14001 certified ISO 14001 certified. Since 1999, the hotel has been heated and air conditioned using water from Lake Lucerne, thanks to an ingenious heat pump system. In winter, additional energy comes from the urban wood heating network. To save even more energy, all the incandescent bulbs have been replaced with low-energy bulbs or LEDs.
Seminar- and Wellnesshotel Stoos 4* Conference hotel which forms part of Switzerland's group of solar hotels, with solar panels covering a surface area of 180 m2.
Sustainable events around Lucerne
Eastern Switzerland / Liechtenstein
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Hotel Hirschen 3*, Wildhaus Conference hotel which forms part of Switzerland's group of solar hotels, with solar panels covering a surface area of 97m2.
Gamplüt cable car, Wildhaus The Gamplüt cable car at Wildhaus operates entirely on solar energy and is currently the only one of its kind (2012). The car can reach a maximum speed of 19.8 km/h. (Website in German)
Culinary e-bike tours in Appenzell The Appenzell Tourist Office organises electric bike tours in the region, including both cultural visits and culinary stops. Made-to-measure option for groups.
Activities and culinary experiences at farms in Appenzell Several farms in the Appenzell region have come together to offer a wide range of products and services to both individuals and companies. The aim is to show that farms on a human level and with a sustainable policy can and do exist, and to showcase culinary specialities along with life on the farm. Fun activities including "Olympic Games" and pig races can be organised. (website in German)
Hotel Hirschen 3*, Wildhaus Conference hotel which forms part of Switzerland's group of solar hotels, with solar panels covering a surface area of 97m2.
Gamplüt cable car, Wildhaus The Gamplüt cable car at Wildhaus operates entirely on solar energy and is currently the only one of its kind (2012). The car can reach a maximum speed of 19.8 km/h. (Website in German)
Culinary e-bike tours in Appenzell The Appenzell Tourist Office organises electric bike tours in the region, including both cultural visits and culinary stops. Made-to-measure option for groups.
Activities and culinary experiences at farms in Appenzell Several farms in the Appenzell region have come together to offer a wide range of products and services to both individuals and companies. The aim is to show that farms on a human level and with a sustainable policy can and do exist, and to showcase culinary specialities along with life on the farm. Fun activities including "Olympic Games" and pig races can be organised. (website in German)
Ticino
Ascona
Ascona
Hotel Giardino Hotel Giardino in Ascona is het eerste vijfsterrenhotel dat de uitstoot van CO2 door compensatiebijdragen aan de stichting myclimate neutraliseert. De klanten kunnen hier op die manier in harmonie met de natuur en het milieu van een ontspannen verblijf genieten.Coglio
Eco Hotel Cristallina Het ecohotel Cristallina stimuleert het duurzaam toerisme en wordt volgens ecologische principes geleid. Het hotel werd in de jaren 1955-56 gebouwd, in 2002-03 vernieuwd en uitgebreid, waarbij bijzondere aandacht aan de milieuvriendelijkheid geschonken werd. De uitbreiding werd met houten prefabelementen uitgevoerd. Door zijn gezonde ambiance, het zo gering mogelijke energieverbruik, het uitgelezen materiaal en de ter zake dienende ruimtes kenmerkt het hotel zich als bijzonder milieuvriendelijk. Onderscheiding WWF Ticino "Die Sonne auf dem Dach 2005" (De zon op het dak 2005); Zwitserse prijs voor zonne-energie 2005,; onderscheiding Schweiz Tourismus 2006 "Schweiz pur" (Zwitserland puur)Wallis
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Sustainable development in Valais In 1999, a foundation for sustainable development in the mountain regions was set up, formalising the wishes expressed in the Sustainable Development Charter adopted in 1998 by the Grand Conseil (Grand Council) of the Valais canton.
Saas Fee, Energy City Initiated in 2001 by the SuisseEnergie (Swiss Energy) programme as a "platform for an intelligent energy policy", the "Cités de l'énergie" (Energy Cities) promote the use of renewable energy sources, supportable environmental mobility and sustainable resource management. Saas-Fee is one of 313 Energy Cities in Switzerland.
Hôtel Ferienart Resort & Spa 5*, Saas Fee, Ibex Fairstay certified A conference hotel exemplary in the field of sustainable development and awarded Platinum status from Ibex Fairstay, the leading Swiss label for sustainability. It fulfils the EU ecolabel criteria and employs quality management systems including ISO 14001. Platinum is the label's highest level.
Zermatt, only electric public transport 9 electric buses and 500 electric carts (for the hotels, restaurants and taxis) are the only motorised vehicles allowed at the resort. Zermatt is one of 9 car-free resorts in Switzerland. Skipass holders can access the bus service free of charge.
Zermatt Bergbahnen AG, ISO 14001 certified The Zermatt Bergbahnen AG is ISO 14001 certified. A pioneer in its field, it has invested between 0.5 and 1 million Swiss francs in concrete environmental initiatives since 2002. For example, the "Matterhorn Glacier Paradise" restaurant & shop is the highest MINERGIE-P® certified building in the world; a new photovoltaic system covering a surface area of 185 m2 has been installed at the Trockener Steg resort.
Sustainable development in Valais In 1999, a foundation for sustainable development in the mountain regions was set up, formalising the wishes expressed in the Sustainable Development Charter adopted in 1998 by the Grand Conseil (Grand Council) of the Valais canton.
Saas Fee, Energy City Initiated in 2001 by the SuisseEnergie (Swiss Energy) programme as a "platform for an intelligent energy policy", the "Cités de l'énergie" (Energy Cities) promote the use of renewable energy sources, supportable environmental mobility and sustainable resource management. Saas-Fee is one of 313 Energy Cities in Switzerland.
Hôtel Ferienart Resort & Spa 5*, Saas Fee, Ibex Fairstay certified A conference hotel exemplary in the field of sustainable development and awarded Platinum status from Ibex Fairstay, the leading Swiss label for sustainability. It fulfils the EU ecolabel criteria and employs quality management systems including ISO 14001. Platinum is the label's highest level.
Zermatt, only electric public transport 9 electric buses and 500 electric carts (for the hotels, restaurants and taxis) are the only motorised vehicles allowed at the resort. Zermatt is one of 9 car-free resorts in Switzerland. Skipass holders can access the bus service free of charge.
Zermatt Bergbahnen AG, ISO 14001 certified The Zermatt Bergbahnen AG is ISO 14001 certified. A pioneer in its field, it has invested between 0.5 and 1 million Swiss francs in concrete environmental initiatives since 2002. For example, the "Matterhorn Glacier Paradise" restaurant & shop is the highest MINERGIE-P® certified building in the world; a new photovoltaic system covering a surface area of 185 m2 has been installed at the Trockener Steg resort.
Arosa
Klimaneutrale WinterferienpauschaleHet milieubewuste vakantiearrangement: In het winterseizoen worden - uniek in de Alpen - 5 klimaatneutrale winterarrangementen voor het ski- en wandeltoerisme aangeboden. De achtergronden, de werking ervan en de concrete maatregelen om deze klimaatneutrale wintervakantie te realiseren worden in een studie verder toegelicht.
Bazel
In 2007 heeft Bazel de "European Energy Award Gold" voor het vooruitstrevende energie-engagement ontvangen. Dat is de hoogste certificering voor energiesteden.
Bern
Stade de SuisseDe volledige uitbreiding van de grootste, in een stadion geïntegreerde zonne-energiecentrale op het dak van het STADE DE SUISSE Wankdorf Bern is gerealiseerd en in bedrijf genomen. Als multifunctionele arena voor sport- en cultuurevenementen en als standplaats voor nationale en internationale meetings zal het nationale stadion van Zwitserland een betekenis krijgen, die de grenzen van de sport ver overstijgt.
Davos Klosters
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Energy City Initiated in 2001 by the SuisseEnergie (Swiss Energy) programme as a "platform for an intelligent energy policy", the "Cités de l'énergie" (Energy Cities) promote the use of renewable energy sources, supportable environmental mobility and sustainable resource management. Davos is one of 313 Energy Cities in Switzerland.
Davos Klosters Inclusive Each guest staying in a hotel in Davos or Klosters receives a card granting free use of public transport (bus and train) in the region throughout his stay.
Congress Centre, Davos The Congress Centre is ISO 14001 certified and has an environmental policy in place. Following expansion in 2010 it is one of the most modern centres in the Alps.
Hôtel Grischa 4* Conference hotel and one of Switzerland's group of solar hotels. It has photovoltaic panels over a surface area of 266 m2. Renovations carried out in 2011 were driven by sustainable development, and now 60% of energy requirements are serviced by renewable energy, lighting is via LED bulbs, local and regional produce is used in the kitchens, etc.
Sunstar Parkhotel Davos **** getting Ibex Fairstay certified Conference hotel and member of the Sunstar chain, is currently getting Ibex Fairstay certified, the leading Swiss label for sustainability. It fulfils the EU ecolabel criteria and employs quality management systems including ISO 14001.
Energy City Initiated in 2001 by the SuisseEnergie (Swiss Energy) programme as a "platform for an intelligent energy policy", the "Cités de l'énergie" (Energy Cities) promote the use of renewable energy sources, supportable environmental mobility and sustainable resource management. Davos is one of 313 Energy Cities in Switzerland.
Davos Klosters Inclusive Each guest staying in a hotel in Davos or Klosters receives a card granting free use of public transport (bus and train) in the region throughout his stay.
Congress Centre, Davos The Congress Centre is ISO 14001 certified and has an environmental policy in place. Following expansion in 2010 it is one of the most modern centres in the Alps.
Hôtel Grischa 4* Conference hotel and one of Switzerland's group of solar hotels. It has photovoltaic panels over a surface area of 266 m2. Renovations carried out in 2011 were driven by sustainable development, and now 60% of energy requirements are serviced by renewable energy, lighting is via LED bulbs, local and regional produce is used in the kitchens, etc.
Sunstar Parkhotel Davos **** getting Ibex Fairstay certified Conference hotel and member of the Sunstar chain, is currently getting Ibex Fairstay certified, the leading Swiss label for sustainability. It fulfils the EU ecolabel criteria and employs quality management systems including ISO 14001.
Engadin St. Moritz
Het legendarische luxehotel Badrutt's Palace verwarmt zijn hallen en suites met warmte uit het Meer van St. Moritz. Flinke besparing op stookolie en reductie van de uitstoot van CO2. Ook een school in St. Moritz verwarmt met water uit het meer.
Flims Laax Falera
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Weisse Arena Group The Weisse Arena Group manages Flims, Laax and Falera in an inclusive manner, meaning, with hotels, restaurants & bars, ski lifts, ski & snowboard schools, equipment hire, etc. It has a sustainable development policy known as "Greenstyle" that covers the 3 axes of CSR. The environmental aspect is particularly important. Renewable energy sources are favoured in all areas and numerous initiatives are taken to reduce energy.
Recycling project in the resort A new recycling infrastructure with numerous points near the ski lifts and also in various places on the pistes means that plastic and aluminium can be sorted from other waste for recycling and the ski resort can be kept clean. Information points help to raise awareness amongst skiers.
Water Worlds Flims In 2012 an ambitious "water resource" project was initiated in Flims, covering the whole region, from the Rhine gorges to the topmost points of the Swiss Tectonic Arena Sardona, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The water system in the water tables has been studied and developments are planned to ensure its use for many years to come as drinking water, for hydraulic energy, or for snowmaking in winter, without harming the natural environment or modifying the flows or water reserves.
Chair lift Alp Dado à Laax This chair lift, put into service at the end of 2011, is very quick, very quiet and very energy efficient. The seats are heated (for added comfort) via solar panels on the base building. The wood used in the construction is from managed forests in the region.
Sunstar Hotel Flims 4*, Ibex Fairstay certified Conference hotel and member of the Sunstar chain, awarded Gold status from Ibex Fairstay, the leading Swiss label for sustainability. It fulfils the EU ecolabel criteria and employs quality management systems including ISO 14001.
Weisse Arena Group The Weisse Arena Group manages Flims, Laax and Falera in an inclusive manner, meaning, with hotels, restaurants & bars, ski lifts, ski & snowboard schools, equipment hire, etc. It has a sustainable development policy known as "Greenstyle" that covers the 3 axes of CSR. The environmental aspect is particularly important. Renewable energy sources are favoured in all areas and numerous initiatives are taken to reduce energy.
Recycling project in the resort A new recycling infrastructure with numerous points near the ski lifts and also in various places on the pistes means that plastic and aluminium can be sorted from other waste for recycling and the ski resort can be kept clean. Information points help to raise awareness amongst skiers.
Water Worlds Flims In 2012 an ambitious "water resource" project was initiated in Flims, covering the whole region, from the Rhine gorges to the topmost points of the Swiss Tectonic Arena Sardona, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The water system in the water tables has been studied and developments are planned to ensure its use for many years to come as drinking water, for hydraulic energy, or for snowmaking in winter, without harming the natural environment or modifying the flows or water reserves.
Chair lift Alp Dado à Laax This chair lift, put into service at the end of 2011, is very quick, very quiet and very energy efficient. The seats are heated (for added comfort) via solar panels on the base building. The wood used in the construction is from managed forests in the region.
Sunstar Hotel Flims 4*, Ibex Fairstay certified Conference hotel and member of the Sunstar chain, awarded Gold status from Ibex Fairstay, the leading Swiss label for sustainability. It fulfils the EU ecolabel criteria and employs quality management systems including ISO 14001.
Geneva
· Genève is "energiestad". Het label wordt sinds 2001 uitgereikt om het energiebewustzijn in Zwitserland te vergroten.
· PalexpoAl bij de bouw ervan (in de jaren 1979 tot 1981) werd door de aansluiting op de stadsgasverwarming voor een milieuvriendelijke ontwikkeling gezorgd. Door duurzame ontwikkeling geïnspireerd werd door het bedrijf al in 1992 op een milieuvriendelijke, toekomstgerichte afvalverwerking overgeschakeld, waardoor van exposanten en standbouwers het uitsorteren van de verschillende soorten afval verlangd wordt en er wordt volgens het veroorzakerprincipe afgerekend (hierdoor wordt een waarde van bijna 80% gerecyclede goederen bereikt).
Gstaad
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Gstaad Palace 5*sup Since 2009 the Gstaad Palace has been connected to the Gstaad regional urban heating network which runs on local wood chips, an eco-friendly and renewable source of energy. The hotel has also changed its lighting system in both rooms and restaurants by installing LEDs. As a member of the Leading Hotels of the World, it participates in the Leading Green experience (carbon offsetting).
Golfhotel Les Hauts de Gstaad & Spa 4* sup: Farm procuce This conference hotel, like much of the region, was built by a farming family. In fact, the family still occupies a 20 ha farm alongside the hotel, supplying the kitchens with dairy produce and fresh vegetables.
Grand Hotel Park 5*sup During the total renovation of the hotel in 2010, the choice of materials was paramount, with consideration given to nature, tradition and sustainable development. Thus the rooms and suites are a successful combination of contemporary design and the traditional style of the luxury chalets nearby. The materials used are wood (fir...) and natural stone; fabrics and wall coverings were replaced with natural wool. ISO 9001
Gstaad 2020+ project
"Gstaad 2020+ - on the way to sustainability" is a project run by the region together with tourism professionals. Its aim is to improve service quality for guests, control property development in the area, retain a pleasant and active local lifestyle, reduce traffic, reduce electricity consumption and use renewable energy sources.Gstaad Palace 5*sup Since 2009 the Gstaad Palace has been connected to the Gstaad regional urban heating network which runs on local wood chips, an eco-friendly and renewable source of energy. The hotel has also changed its lighting system in both rooms and restaurants by installing LEDs. As a member of the Leading Hotels of the World, it participates in the Leading Green experience (carbon offsetting).
Golfhotel Les Hauts de Gstaad & Spa 4* sup: Farm procuce This conference hotel, like much of the region, was built by a farming family. In fact, the family still occupies a 20 ha farm alongside the hotel, supplying the kitchens with dairy produce and fresh vegetables.
Grand Hotel Park 5*sup During the total renovation of the hotel in 2010, the choice of materials was paramount, with consideration given to nature, tradition and sustainable development. Thus the rooms and suites are a successful combination of contemporary design and the traditional style of the luxury chalets nearby. The materials used are wood (fir...) and natural stone; fabrics and wall coverings were replaced with natural wool. ISO 9001
Interlaken
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Energy City Initiated in 2001 by the SuisseEnergie (Swiss Energy) programme as a "platform for an intelligent energy policy", the "Cités de l'énergie" (Energy Cities) promote the use of renewable energy sources, supportable environmental mobility and sustainable resource management. Interlaken is one of 313 Energy Cities in Switzerland.
Interlaken, membre de l'association "Alpine Pearls" Commit to a stay in a resort offering high quality, eco-friendly tourism facilities. Soft mobility solutions (use of a fleet of electric cars or bikes, Segway gyropods, or solar boats for hire on Lake Thun), active environmental protection and production of alternative energy sources. Sustainable mobility in Interlaken
Guest Card, free use of public transport Each guest staying in a hotel in Interlaken or paying resort tax receives a card granting free use of public transport in and around the town throughout his stay.
Lindner Grand Hotel Beau Rivage 5*, DINÖ certified The hotel is linked to the region's urban heating network which runs on local wood chips, an eco-friendly and renewable energy source. The hotel has also changed its lighting system by installing low energy bulbs. Like all hotels in the Lindner Hotels chain, it is DINÖ certified (Germany's sustainability and economics institute).
Sunstar Hotel 4* Grindelwald, soon Ibex Fairstay certified Conference hotel and member of the Sunstar chain, is getting certified with Gold status from Ibex Fairstay, the leading Swiss label for sustainability. It fulfils the EU ecolabel criteria and employs quality management systems including ISO 14001.
Energy City Initiated in 2001 by the SuisseEnergie (Swiss Energy) programme as a "platform for an intelligent energy policy", the "Cités de l'énergie" (Energy Cities) promote the use of renewable energy sources, supportable environmental mobility and sustainable resource management. Interlaken is one of 313 Energy Cities in Switzerland.
Interlaken, membre de l'association "Alpine Pearls" Commit to a stay in a resort offering high quality, eco-friendly tourism facilities. Soft mobility solutions (use of a fleet of electric cars or bikes, Segway gyropods, or solar boats for hire on Lake Thun), active environmental protection and production of alternative energy sources. Sustainable mobility in Interlaken
Guest Card, free use of public transport Each guest staying in a hotel in Interlaken or paying resort tax receives a card granting free use of public transport in and around the town throughout his stay.
Lindner Grand Hotel Beau Rivage 5*, DINÖ certified The hotel is linked to the region's urban heating network which runs on local wood chips, an eco-friendly and renewable energy source. The hotel has also changed its lighting system by installing low energy bulbs. Like all hotels in the Lindner Hotels chain, it is DINÖ certified (Germany's sustainability and economics institute).
Sunstar Hotel 4* Grindelwald, soon Ibex Fairstay certified Conference hotel and member of the Sunstar chain, is getting certified with Gold status from Ibex Fairstay, the leading Swiss label for sustainability. It fulfils the EU ecolabel criteria and employs quality management systems including ISO 14001.
Lausanne
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European Energy Award Gold Lausanne has been awarded the European Energy Award® Gold for its advanced commitment to sustainable energy policy. This is the highest certification that Energy Cities can obtain and means they have implemented at least 75% of their commitment plan.
Lausanne Transport Card Each guest staying in a hotel in Lausanne receives a card granting free use of public transport in and around the town throughout his stay.
EPFL / Swiss Tech Convention Center In June 2009 the EPFL (Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne - Federal Institute of Technology) received the 1st international prize for sustainable campuses. One of the largest photovoltaic centres was set up there in 2011. And the icing on the cake? In 2013 the Swiss Tech Convention Centre is set to open there, an ultra-modern convention centre in terms of both interior design and architecture. Its glass walls will be made of dye solar cells, an innovative technology actually invented on the campus.
Hotel Mövenpick 4*, Green Globe certified Like all Mövenpick hotels in Switzerland, the Hotel Mövenpick Green Globe certified. Its latest 72-room extension has a green roof and is Minergie certified (equivalent to High Environmental Quality).
Beau-Rivage Palace 5*sup Since 1992 the Beau-Rivage Palace has run its air conditioning and heated its pool using water from Lake Geneva and an ingenious heat pump system. To save even more energy, all incandescent bulbs were replaced with low energy bulbs or LEDs in 2009.
European Energy Award Gold Lausanne has been awarded the European Energy Award® Gold for its advanced commitment to sustainable energy policy. This is the highest certification that Energy Cities can obtain and means they have implemented at least 75% of their commitment plan.
Lausanne Transport Card Each guest staying in a hotel in Lausanne receives a card granting free use of public transport in and around the town throughout his stay.
EPFL / Swiss Tech Convention Center In June 2009 the EPFL (Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne - Federal Institute of Technology) received the 1st international prize for sustainable campuses. One of the largest photovoltaic centres was set up there in 2011. And the icing on the cake? In 2013 the Swiss Tech Convention Centre is set to open there, an ultra-modern convention centre in terms of both interior design and architecture. Its glass walls will be made of dye solar cells, an innovative technology actually invented on the campus.
Hotel Mövenpick 4*, Green Globe certified Like all Mövenpick hotels in Switzerland, the Hotel Mövenpick Green Globe certified. Its latest 72-room extension has a green roof and is Minergie certified (equivalent to High Environmental Quality).
Beau-Rivage Palace 5*sup Since 1992 the Beau-Rivage Palace has run its air conditioning and heated its pool using water from Lake Geneva and an ingenious heat pump system. To save even more energy, all incandescent bulbs were replaced with low energy bulbs or LEDs in 2009.
Lugano
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Hotel Bellevue au Lac 4* Conference hotel which forms part of Switzerland's group of solar hotels, with solar panels over a surface area of 97 m2.
Hotel Bellevue au Lac 4* Conference hotel which forms part of Switzerland's group of solar hotels, with solar panels over a surface area of 97 m2.
Hôtel Coronado 4*sup
Conference hotel which forms part of Switzerland's group of solar hotels, with solar panels over a surface area of 97 m2.Lucerne
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Energy City Initiated in 2001 by the SuisseEnergie (Swiss Energy) programme as a "platform for an intelligent energy policy", the "Cités de l'énergie" (Energy Cities) promote the use of renewable energy sources, supportable environmental mobility and sustainable resource management. Lucerne is one of 313 Energy Cities in Switzerland.
European Energy Award Gold Lucerne has been awarded the European Energy Award® Gold for its advanced commitment to sustainable energy policy. This is the highest certification that Energy Cities can obtain and means they have implemented at least 75% of their commitment plan.
Seehotel Hermitage 4*, ISO 14001 certified Conference hotel, ISO 14001 certified. In its overall development plan it puts the emphasis on the quality and proximity of suppliers and also on matters of sustainable development and the environment.
Climate trail This trail, lasting 4 hours, is the longest of its kind in Switzerland and has been designed to raise popular awareness of climate change. It explains the negative effects and the challenges faced, and also shows us new perspectives. It is divided into three sections: the first is dedicated to raising awareness, the second is more contemplative and the third shows what we can actually do for the climate in concrete terms (site in German).
Pilatus-Bahnen, ISO 14001 certified This company which manages 2 hotels, 2 cableways, 7 restaurants, meeting rooms and the steepest cog railway in the world, has introduced a company-wide environmental protection management system and is ISO 14001 certified since 2003. Particular attention is paid to the daily handling of waste and other materials in the hotels and restaurants.
Sustainable incentive activities around Lucerne
Energy City Initiated in 2001 by the SuisseEnergie (Swiss Energy) programme as a "platform for an intelligent energy policy", the "Cités de l'énergie" (Energy Cities) promote the use of renewable energy sources, supportable environmental mobility and sustainable resource management. Lucerne is one of 313 Energy Cities in Switzerland.
European Energy Award Gold Lucerne has been awarded the European Energy Award® Gold for its advanced commitment to sustainable energy policy. This is the highest certification that Energy Cities can obtain and means they have implemented at least 75% of their commitment plan.
Seehotel Hermitage 4*, ISO 14001 certified Conference hotel, ISO 14001 certified. In its overall development plan it puts the emphasis on the quality and proximity of suppliers and also on matters of sustainable development and the environment.
Climate trail This trail, lasting 4 hours, is the longest of its kind in Switzerland and has been designed to raise popular awareness of climate change. It explains the negative effects and the challenges faced, and also shows us new perspectives. It is divided into three sections: the first is dedicated to raising awareness, the second is more contemplative and the third shows what we can actually do for the climate in concrete terms (site in German).
Pilatus-Bahnen, ISO 14001 certified This company which manages 2 hotels, 2 cableways, 7 restaurants, meeting rooms and the steepest cog railway in the world, has introduced a company-wide environmental protection management system and is ISO 14001 certified since 2003. Particular attention is paid to the daily handling of waste and other materials in the hotels and restaurants.
Sustainable incentive activities around Lucerne
Montreux
Montreux Music & Convention Centre
Lid van de organisaties „Tourism for Development“, „Green Globe“ en „United Nation Global Compact“,
- Economisch koelsysteem: klimatisering door het pompstation, dat het water uit en in het meer pompt (een stroombesparing van ongeveer 700.000 KWh per jaar / kostenbesparing: haast 35%).
- Rationeel energiegebruik: stroombesparende gloeilampen. Infraroodsysteem v.w.b. het elektrische verbruik bij niet-gebruik van het Montreux Music & Convention Centre - vervuilingspreventie en controle afvalrisico's: 130 ton afval per jaar wordt gesorteerd en gerecycled. Er wordt gestreefd naar een „Zero Waste“-campagne (al het afval wordt gerecycled)
St. Gall
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Energy City Initiated in 2001 by the SuisseEnergie (Swiss Energy) programme as a "platform for an intelligent energy policy", the "Cités de l'énergie" (Energy Cities) promote the use of renewable energy sources, supportable environmental mobility and sustainable resource management. St. Gall is one of 313 Energy Cities in Switzerland.
European Energy Award Gold St. Gall has been awarded the European Energy Award® Gold for its advanced commitment to sustainable energy policy. This is the highest certification that Energy Cities can obtain and means they have implemented at least 75% of their commitment plan.
Energy City Initiated in 2001 by the SuisseEnergie (Swiss Energy) programme as a "platform for an intelligent energy policy", the "Cités de l'énergie" (Energy Cities) promote the use of renewable energy sources, supportable environmental mobility and sustainable resource management. St. Gall is one of 313 Energy Cities in Switzerland.
European Energy Award Gold St. Gall has been awarded the European Energy Award® Gold for its advanced commitment to sustainable energy policy. This is the highest certification that Energy Cities can obtain and means they have implemented at least 75% of their commitment plan.
Zürich
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European Energy Award Gold Zurich has been awarded the European Energy Award® Gold for its advanced commitment to sustainable energy policy. This is the highest certification that Energy Cities can obtain and means they have implemented at least 75% of their commitment plan.
Zurich, in the top 2 of the Mercer Survey 2011 The Mercer Survey is based on detailed assessments and evaluations of 39 quality-of-life criteria in categories ranging from the political, social, economic and socio-cultural milieu, to medical and health considerations, leisure, public transport and services, and even consumer goods, housing and the environment. 215 cities have been studied worldwide and Zurich has been in the top 2 for many years.
Swissotel Zurich-Oerlikon 4*, ISO 14001 certified ISO 14001 certified. It offers a "Green Meeting Saver" programme with a carbon offsetting component.
Mövenpick Hotel Zürich-Airport & Mövenpick Hotel Zürich Regensdorf 4*, Green Globe certified Like all Mövenpick hotels in Switzerland, both hotels in Zurich are Green Globe certified.
Umweltarena Spreitenbach Events venue (opening August 2012): interactive museum with permanent exhibition around the theme of Sustainable Development (consumer goods, mobility/communication, buildings/construction, new/renewable energies) in German, French and English. Eco-designed building with solar roof, heating and air conditioning via water from the water table, and LED projectors. Sustainable restaurant/cafe and catering facilities. (Website in German)
Additional information in english
European Energy Award Gold Zurich has been awarded the European Energy Award® Gold for its advanced commitment to sustainable energy policy. This is the highest certification that Energy Cities can obtain and means they have implemented at least 75% of their commitment plan.
Zurich, in the top 2 of the Mercer Survey 2011 The Mercer Survey is based on detailed assessments and evaluations of 39 quality-of-life criteria in categories ranging from the political, social, economic and socio-cultural milieu, to medical and health considerations, leisure, public transport and services, and even consumer goods, housing and the environment. 215 cities have been studied worldwide and Zurich has been in the top 2 for many years.
Swissotel Zurich-Oerlikon 4*, ISO 14001 certified ISO 14001 certified. It offers a "Green Meeting Saver" programme with a carbon offsetting component.
Mövenpick Hotel Zürich-Airport & Mövenpick Hotel Zürich Regensdorf 4*, Green Globe certified Like all Mövenpick hotels in Switzerland, both hotels in Zurich are Green Globe certified.
Umweltarena Spreitenbach Events venue (opening August 2012): interactive museum with permanent exhibition around the theme of Sustainable Development (consumer goods, mobility/communication, buildings/construction, new/renewable energies) in German, French and English. Eco-designed building with solar roof, heating and air conditioning via water from the water table, and LED projectors. Sustainable restaurant/cafe and catering facilities. (Website in German)
Additional information in english
Swiss Convention Centres
Non-exhaustive enumeration:
Centre International de Conférences Genève - CICG Since 2005 the CICG has confirmed its constant commitment to respect nature and strive for sustainable development and has devised an environmental charter to this effect.
Congrès Beaulieu Lausanne The Lausanne Convention & Exhibition Centre is managed by MCH Beaulieu Lausanne SA, which employs a sustainable development charter covering all aspects of CSR.
Montreux Music & Convention Centre - 2M2C For many years the air conditioning in the building has been run using water from Lake Geneva, via an ingenious heat pump system. 2m2c uses low-energy integrated bulbs for almost the entire building. Moreover, an infrared detection system is run during events in order to reduce electrical consumption linked to lighting.
Kursaal Berne, ISO 14001 certified The Convention Center Bern (Kursaal) and its hotels are ISO 14001 certified. They are particularly committed to reducing CO2 emissions. The renovation work undertaken in 2011/2012 helped to further improve their carbon footprint.
Convention Center Davos, ISO 14001 certified The Congress Centre has an environmental policy in place and is ISO 14001 certified. Following expansion in 2010 it is one of the most modern centres in the Alps.
Centre International de Conférences Genève - CICG Since 2005 the CICG has confirmed its constant commitment to respect nature and strive for sustainable development and has devised an environmental charter to this effect.
Congrès Beaulieu Lausanne The Lausanne Convention & Exhibition Centre is managed by MCH Beaulieu Lausanne SA, which employs a sustainable development charter covering all aspects of CSR.
Montreux Music & Convention Centre - 2M2C For many years the air conditioning in the building has been run using water from Lake Geneva, via an ingenious heat pump system. 2m2c uses low-energy integrated bulbs for almost the entire building. Moreover, an infrared detection system is run during events in order to reduce electrical consumption linked to lighting.
Kursaal Berne, ISO 14001 certified The Convention Center Bern (Kursaal) and its hotels are ISO 14001 certified. They are particularly committed to reducing CO2 emissions. The renovation work undertaken in 2011/2012 helped to further improve their carbon footprint.
Convention Center Davos, ISO 14001 certified The Congress Centre has an environmental policy in place and is ISO 14001 certified. Following expansion in 2010 it is one of the most modern centres in the Alps.
Destination Management Companies
Non-exhaustive enumeration:
Ovation
Ovation
- The first events agency in the world to sign the United Nations Global Compact charter in 2007;
- ISO, ANSI and BS8901 certified. Involved in CSR initiatives for MPI, SITE, IAPCO and ICCA.
- Each Ovation office has an internal CSR department to ensure that staff are aware of the procedures to be followed.
- In Geneva, set-up of partnership with committed foundations. These activities involve not only employees but also their suppliers, thus placing both their network and skills at the service of these foundations.
- Kuoni Destination Management is becoming Green Globe certified soon
- As a group they have a sustainable development charter.
