Sarnia Hotels has taken delivery of a new electric bus as part of a wider programme of sustainability initiatives, including installing eco-jets, an on-site hot composter, and running a sustainable housekeeping scheme.
The group has introduced a specially built electric bus as part of its efforts to help guests move between locations and around the island more efficiently, supporting lower-impact travel while maintaining the convenience expected by visitors.
Eco-jets have also been installed across the hotels to reduce water consumption and save energy without compromising comfort. The measure is part of Sarnia Hotels’ wider focus on operational improvements that deliver environmental benefits while supporting efficient hotel management.
The group has also invested in an on-site hot composter, helping to reduce the amount of organic waste leaving the business and supporting a more circular approach to waste management.
Sarnia Hotels’ sustainable housekeeping scheme, introduced in April 2024, gives guests the option to forgo their daily room clean. Every time they do so, the group donates £2 to a chosen charity.
Best Western Hotel de Havelet and Best Western Moores Hotel have also achieved REST credentials (responsible, ethical and sustainable tourism). This is an evidence and data-based accreditation which recognises their commitment to responsible, ethical and sustainable tourism.
Karel Harris, Managing Director of Sarnia Hotels, said: ‘Hotels are busy places, and we know that even small operational changes can have a significant impact when they are made consistently across all three of our properties. ‘We look carefully at how we run the hotels every day and find more sustainable ways to do things. The electric bus, eco-jets, hot composter and sustainable housekeeping scheme are practical measures designed to reduce waste, cut consumption and make more responsible hospitality part of the everyday guest experience.
‘These changes only work because our staff understand why they matter and are committed to making them part of how we operate.’
Pictured: (L-R) Michael Perrio, Courtesy Bus Driver; Etienne Van Schalkwyk, Les Rocquettes Hotel General Manager; Stephen Purtill, Moores Hotel General Manager; and Gennaro Festivo, Hotel De Havelet General Manager.