Green Policy
Eco- friendly tourism & sustainability are two topics that the Falls Hotel & Spa is very dedicated to. We are lucky to be situated in one of the most beautiful locations in Ireland, in the Cliffs of Moher & Burren Geopark, and as a responsible business we believe it is our duty to protect this environment, click here for more information on the Geopark.
We are running on Hydro Power!
- The Falls Hotel & Spa is a proud member of Green Hospitality
- We have significantly reduced our carbon footprint by installing a hydro electric turbine on the river alongside us and running on hydro power
- We do not use plastic straws or cups
- We use chemical free cleaning products throughout the hotel
- We have two active beehives on our property
- We have cultivated wildflower gardens around the hotel
- We are members of the Burren Ecotourism Network, which focuses on protecting and maintaining the sustainability and promoting responsible tourism for the Cliffs of Moher and Burren UNESCO Geopark, where we are privileged to be located.
- We send e-invoices were possible to reduce the amount of paper that we use
- We have an electric car charging point here in the hotel for guests’ use
BURREN ECO TOURISM NETWORK
The Network aims to be a recognisable network of enterprises in the Burren, who have achieved independent accreditation, demonstrate ecotourism ‘best practice’, positively discriminate in each other’s favour, provide ‘one voice’ representation on issues impacting the Burren (where appropriate), and inspire conservation activism.
Members of BEN are committed to the promotion of responsible tourism that conserves the environment and improves the well-being of local people. We work together to promote ‘The Burren & Cliffs of Moher Geopark’ as a leading sustainable visitor destination, celebrated for high standards in visitor experience, conservation and learning.
For more information on the Burren Eco Tourism Network please Click Here
LEAVE NO TRACE IRELAND
Leave No Trace Ireland is a network of organisations and individuals with an interest in promoting the responsible recreational use of the outdoors. As increasing numbers of people seek the beauty and exhilaration of outdoor recreation, our collective mark on the environment and its natural processes, increases.
At the heart of Leave No Trace are seven principles for reducing the damage caused by outdoor activities. These are:
• Plan Ahead and Prepare
• Be Considerate of Others
• Respect Farm Animals and Wildlife
• Travel and Camp on Durable Ground
• Leave What You Find
• Dispose of Waste Properly
• Minimise the Effects of Fire
To learn more about the Leave No Trace programme, click here