Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts has recordedatotal reduction of 65% single-use plasticsacross its hotels and resorts in Sri Lanka and the Maldives.
With that same goal in mind, Cinnamon Bentota Beach and Cinnamon Grand Colombo will be eliminating 100% of its PET water bottle usagewith reusable glass bottles.
This latest partnership with Nordaq, an internationally patented water filtration system, the two properties would be the first in Sri Lanka to include patented filtration technology to provide mineral water, through an in-house purification and bottling facility.
Since the launch of its sustainable journey in 2020, Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts has made significant strides in reducing plastic waste across its properties. These efforts include the implementation of glass bottles instead of PET bottles at all its Maldives properties, the use of ceramic bathroom amenity bottles, wooden cutlery, cloth laundry bags, cloth wristbands and eliminating plastic pens in guest rooms offering numerous environmental benefits, including recyclability and reducing landfill waste.
Chief Executive Officer of Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts Mikael Svensson said, “This is a remarkable milestone for the company and as one of the leading hospitality brands in the Country, this establishes our unwavering commitment to sustainability, guest satisfaction and environmental responsibility. This industry-first partnership with Nordaq demonstrates that sustainability is not just a goal but a continuous journey at Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts, in ensuring an exceptional and responsible hospitality experience for our guests.”
In its initial implementation phase with Nordaq, Cinnamon Bentota Beach targets to eliminate 92% of single-use plastic and another 59% at Cinnamon Grand Colombo.
This initiative eliminates the use of over300,000 PET water bottles annually. To further sustain the environment-friendly bottling process, the reusable glass bottle is made with 80% recycled glass and the aluminum cap with 100% recycled content. Nordaq’s patented water filtration system purifies tap water into a perfectly neutral result, without taste, smell, or impurities. It removes unwanted flavours while retaining the water’s natural salts and minerals – an environment-friendly solution for premium water. In compliance with Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts health andsafety practices, the water is tested periodically through independent testing laboratories, adhering to international standards.
Chief Executive Officer of Nordaq, Johanna Mattsson said, “Nordaq is delighted to partner with Cinnamon Bentota Beach and Cinnamon Grand Colombo in their quest for environmental sustainability. Our innovative technology aligns perfectly with their vision of delivering exceptional guest experiences while reducing their environmental impact. Together, we are raising the bar for sustainability in the Sri Lankan hospitality industry.”
