Your Opinion MattersWe welcome your feedback to improve our sustainability communication and performance.
Please send your comments, concerns or enquiries to arnfinn@soneva.com
Properties listed in the NOW Sustainability Reporting Tool are members of the NOW Force for Good.
They action the following EarthCheck sustainability certification programmes which recognise organisations that engage in rigorous, sustainable practices and are more socially responsible.
| Earth's | % of Best Practice Sustainability Criteria Implemented |
Descriptor |
|---|---|---|
 |
0 – 20% | Beginning the sustainability journey |
 |
21 – 40% | Gaining momentum on the sustainability journey |
 |
41 – 60% | Half way to achieving best practice sustainability |
 |
61 – 80% | Above average achievement in sustainability |
 |
81 – 100% | Best practice achievement in sustainability |
EarthCheck Certified is an sustainability certification and benchmarking programme for the travel and tourism industry. It uses a science-based approach to help increase efficiencies, maximise guest experience and minimise their environmental footprint. In Europe, Control Union (a Conformity Assessment Body) manages its inspection, auditing and certification.
Properties listed in the NOW Sustainability Reporting Tool are members of the NOW Force for Good.
They action the following EarthCheck sustainability certification programmes which recognise organisations that engage in rigorous, sustainable practices and are more socially responsible.
1. EarthCheck Evaluate is an entry level programme or small lodging companies. After completing a self-assessment on an operator's economic, social and environmental impact, the property will receive an Earth Rating with 1 to 5 globes. An annual independent audit should be scheduled to verify actions and obtain a certification.
| Earth's | % of Best Practice Sustainability Criteria Implemented |
Descriptor |
|---|---|---|
|
0 – 20% | Beginning the sustainability journey |
|
21 – 40% | Gaining momentum on the sustainability journey |
|
41 – 60% | Half way to achieving best practice sustainability |
|
61 – 80% | Above average achievement in sustainability |
|
81 – 100% | Best practice achievement in sustainability |
2. EarthCheck Certified is the world’s leading environmental certification and benchmarking programme for the travel and tourism industry. It uses a science-based approach to help increase efficiencies, maximise guest experience and minimise their environmental footprint.