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Revolution at the buffet: Riu Hotels focus on sustainability

Mallorca, April, 11 2024
With "Buffet Sostenible", Riu Hotels in Mallorca are introducing an innovative sustainability concept to minimize their ecological footprint.
TEXT   isla editorial office (st)

TAGS   Hotels in Mallorca Tourism

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In times of increasing environmental awareness, the sustainability of hotel buffets is increasingly becoming the focus of public attention. The Riu Group's Hotel San Francisco in Playa de Palma now has an answer to the pressing questions of many vacationers who are concerned about food waste and the origin of the food on offer. According to a recent report by isla magazine, the hotel has successfully introduced the "Buffet Sostenible" concept as part of the Riu Group.

The innovative system aims to reduce food waste and support local producers at the same time. In cooperation with local companies, the hotel turns organic leftovers from the buffet into compost, which is then made available to Mallorcan farmers. They deliver fresh fruit and vegetables back to the hotel, creating a sustainable cycle that both protects the environment and strengthens the local economy.

Another innovative measure is the introduction of QR codes on the buffet plates. These allow guests to find out more about the origin of the ingredients, the composting process and the ecological footprint of their meals. "Transparency and information are key to raising awareness and promoting the responsible use of our resources," explains the hotel group.

The "Buffet Sostenible" is just one part of the Riu Group's comprehensive sustainability strategy. Other measures include sensors in waste bins, the introduction of hygiene and sustainability inspectors and certification according to the "Zero Waste" standard of the Spanish certification company Aenor.

Riu plans to implement this concept in all of the group's hotels in the coming years and has already begun extensive internal training to inform and motivate employees at all levels. The German tour operator Tui, a partner of the Riu Group, supports this project and emphasizes its exemplary character: "At a time when society is demanding sustainable solutions, Riu is setting new standards in the tourism industry with this concept," says a Tui spokesperson.

Through such initiatives, Riu shows how economic success and ecological responsibility can be successfully combined, thus offering a pioneering model for the entire hotel industry.

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