At Seminaris Hotels, living responsibility means understanding sustainability as a long-term commitment and combining business success with a conscious use of resources. For us, this includes social engagement as much as transparent corporate governance – not as a statement, but as something that shapes how we work every day.
That is why our sustainability strategy is built around environmental, social, and economic priorities – continuously evolving alongside our company.
Our sustainability strategy defines the goals, actions, and responsibilities that guide our journey toward a more sustainable future. It creates the framework for projects, partnerships, and decisions that we integrate step by step across our organization. This turns strategic thinking into practical action that shapes our everyday business.
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Saving water – Flow regulators in guest rooms and public areas help reduce consumption, while rainwater reuse is already being planned.
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Using renewable energy – Since 2021, all hotels have been powered by 100% certified green electricity. Several locations also use photovoltaic systems or combined heat and power units.
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Reducing energy consumption – Technical improvements and efficient operational processes help us continuously lower our energy demand.
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Saving resources in everyday operations – Guests can choose to skip daily room cleaning, helping save water and cleaning products.
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Using sustainable products – Our guest amenities are sustainably produced and packaged in recyclable materials.
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Supporting e-mobility – Charging stations for electric vehicles are available at several locations.
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Honey from local beekeepers – Our behives at the hotel provide locally produced honey for use in our hotels.
Our environmental and climate goals are designed to reduce emissions, use resources more consciously, and embed sustainable action throughout our business for the long term.
Key initiatives include:
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Promoting sustainable mobility – Public transportation, e-bikes, car sharing, electric vehicles, and digital meetings help reduce emissions.
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Creating greener stays – Premium filtered tap water replaces bottled water, while our Green Rate supports reforestation initiatives.
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Advancing environmental management – Our environmental management system is continuously developed and is currently undergoing ISO 14001 recertification.
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Reducing our carbon footprint – More regional supply chains, shorter transport routes, and reduced packaging improve our climate performance.
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Avoiding waste – Zero-waste concepts and optimized waste separation reduce food and packaging waste.
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Expanding renewable energy – Renovations, technical upgrades, and targeted investments improve our energy efficiency.
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Designing sustainable events – Our meeting and event concepts are built to reduce energy, material use, and waste.
When selecting partners, we focus on transparent processes, clear sustainability criteria, and long-term collaboration. Our internal guidelines and Supplier Code of Conduct form the foundation of this approach.
We prioritize regional sourcing, support fair partnerships, and expect our suppliers to meet high environmental and social standards. This creates supply chains built on responsibility and designed for long-term impact.
