Sustainable Swiss Mountain tourism
The Davos Klosters Mountains are committed to sustainable developments in construction projects, in our daily work, in the snowmaking process and in our hotels. We want to take responsibility and set a good example. Our sustainability strategy is built on the pillars of economy, society and profitability, with the goal of achieving a more conscious approach regarding the environment and promoting the correct behaviour both internally and externally.
Long-term projects and measures
The shift towards more sustainable mountain tourism has been underway for years. In collaboration with the "Cleantech Agency Act," we have significantly reduced our energy consumption over the past eight years. We established company-specific targets, which we are implementing step by step. We are proud to look back on a large number of completed projects in the fields of energy and the environment.
Another key aspect of sustainability is the promotion of our own energy generation. By utilizing hydroelectric and solar power, we aim to meet a greater share of our energy needs through eco-friendly electricity from renewable sources—generated by us.
What does sustainability mean?
The concept of sustainability entails the responsible use of the Earth's resources. In sustainable development, there is a balance between resource generation and consumption.
From a strategic perspective, sustainability can be divided into three areas: efficiency, consistency, and sufficiency. Davos Klosters Mountains is actively engaged in all three areas, aiming to contribute to ecological development. Alongside social aspects, addressing these three levels is essential for achieving sustainable development.
Measures & projects
With projects in the fields of energy efficiency, energy production and the environment, we want to reduce our environmental impact. We have implemented different environmental projects in recent years to achieve this goal – in the mountains, in the hotels and also in the culinary establishments.
Energy
Energy is needed in all areas, also in the Davos Klosters Mountains. With the help of renewable energy sources such as water and solar power, we can meet a large part of our energy requirements ourselves – and without the use of environmentally harmful substances.
Through projects in the field of energy efficiency, we are creating the basis for using less energy in general. We see this as the most sensible long-term solution to protect and preserve the environment. That’s why we have implemented more than 80 energy-saving projects in the last eight years that help us to greatly reduce the consumption of resources.
The Davos Klosters Mountains are home to a variety of treasures of nature. The immense diversity of plants and vegetation gives the region its unique charm. What’s more, the mountains are also a habitat for many animal species, such as the ibex or the alpine salamander. For this reason, we work closely with farmers and landowners to conserve and protect this precious environment and the local biodiversity.
We are already implementing numerous sustainable measures in the Mountain Hotels and Resorts, such as energy-efficient renovations, the use of renewable energies and the reduction of waste. In doing so, we are taking responsibility and promoting the well-being of our guests at the same time.
The mountain railways help make the mountains something people can experience – while the slopes are the playground for these experiences. We all want to be able to enjoy the mountains for a long time to come. This requires measures in the area of snowmaking and slope preparation. If we work more sustainably and efficiently, we can save resources.
To make mountain tourism as sustainable as possible, we need everyone's help. Being a good role model is the first step. By sticking to a sustainable lifestyle, we can motivate others to follow suit. We have compiled a few tips that you can easily implement during your stay in Davos Klosters. Have a look!
Certificates for our mountain railways and hotels
The requirements of a certificate help us as a company to set targeted goals, and they also motivate us to achieve them. In the area of the mountain railways, we have received the "Reffnet" and "Act" certificates for several years in a row. These agencies work on behalf of the federal government and the public. Plus, our steps towards a more sustainable company future are described in an action plan implemented by our employees.
We are Swisstainable!
We are part of the sustainability program Swisstainable. The sustainability program Swisstainable unites businesses and organizations along the entire Swiss tourism sector. With our participation, we commit ourselves to continuous sustainable business development, pursue measures in the field of sustainability and thus make a concrete contribution to a sustainable Swiss tourism.
For people with disabilities
To inform people with disabilities about our accessibility options, we have listed all our stations in the ginto app. This earned us certification from the OK:Go initiative.
