Policy on Environmental & Social Sustainability

Ayurveda Sanctuary remains committed to the preservation of our planet Earth and proactively involved in conserving our precious natural resources. Several initiatives, policies and practices are in place to sustain our organisation and grow into the future with an environmentally responsible and ethical approach. New and innovative green initiatives are constantly being explored throughout the sanctuary and we seek eco-friendly alternatives wherever possible including energy saving and natural resource conservation practices, building design, cleaning products and waste minimisation.

Ayurveda Sanctuary is truly holistic in its approach to wellness and provides a sanctuary where guests come to rest, relax, renew, revive, rejuvenate and focus on their life-long goal of improved health and vitality. Ayurveda Sanctuary combines the traditional Ayurveda therapies with Yoga to achieve optimal health and wellness. Ayurveda Sanctuary offers extensive holistic health facilities designed to balance as well as revitalise the mind, body and spirit. Nestled within fifty acres of lush tropical gardens, this health sanctuary represents tranquility at its best with comfortable accommodation. With 8 stylish guest rooms, the sanctuary offers privacy with traditional charm and the Valley View rooms and the cottages provide spectacular views of the green woods, coconut grooves and arecanut plantation. The modern facilities include swimming pool, nutritious and Ayurvedic culinary delights are freshly prepared using locally grown herbs, fruits and vegetables and served in the dining room or the outdoor garden. Ayurveda Sanctuary is located near the tranquil town of Puttur, 65 kilometres east of Mangalore.

I. Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Through environmental stewardship we aim to continually decrease our greenhouse gas emissions to approach carbon neutrality by engaging in alternative energy, renewable energy and carbon offsetting programmes.

II. Energy Efficiency, Conservation and Management

It is our collective mission to decrease the usage and dependency on non-renewable fossil fuels and electricity through energy-saving technologies and practices.

III. Management of Freshwater Resources

We shall strive to minimise freshwater consumption and continue to implement water-saving practices and innovative technologies throughout the resort. Rainfall is harvested within the perimeter of the sanctuary and our policy to increasingly minimise water discharge from our boundaries safeguards external water sources from pollution.

IV. Ecosystem Conservation and Management

With human activity at the heart of our organisation, our approach to ecosystem conservation and management is to preserve and optimise its use without damaging it. The sanctuary was designed adapting to the existing biodiversity and contour of the natural terrain and carefully built with minimal impact on the ecosystem. By propagating indigenous species of living resources, the lush natural setting was achieved providing sustainable use in an equitable way.

V. Management of Social and Cultural Issues

It is our core value to partner with state agencies in nurturing the environment and thus give back to the community the benefits derived from it by spearheading social, cultural and environmental activities.

VI. Land Use Planning and Management

Efficiently planned on only seven acres of fifty acres property, multi-level holistic health facilities, accommodation buildings and treatment areas are located within short refreshing walks through lush tropical gardens. We always analyse any potential impact before considering internal construction or modification.

VII. Air Quality Protection and Noise Control

Located amidst of lush green forest with the fresh breeze, we continually strive to maintain Ayurveda Sanctuary free from the distractions of the outside world and avoid any noise-producing devices. Smoking is strictly prohibited within the resort premises and the use of mobile phones and personal computers is not permitted in public areas of the sanctuary.

Use of Solar Energy

Ayurveda Sanctuary uses solar energy for heating, lighting as well as cooking. It is used in the kitchen, for street lights, as well as for water heaters etc.

VIII. Waste Water Management

Through resource recovery practices, waste water is collected and purified onsite in a multi-stage treatment process consisting of carbon and sand filtration. This water is then re-used for landscape irrigation and maintaining resort lake levels.

IX. Waste Minimisation, Reuse and Recycling

The sanctuary operates on a low waste continuum and it is our policy to reduce, reuse and recycle. Used materials are recycled through a continuous loop rendering them usable in a different form. Plastic, glass, metal, wood and paper products are separated and delivered to a recycling facility and perishable food items are distributed to the local livestock producers for animal feed. Plant waste from maintaining the landscape is collected and converted into nutrient-rich compost for existing plants.

X. Storage and Use of Environmentally Harmful Substances

As Ayurveda Sanctuary is committed to achieving excellence in providing a healthy and safe environment, it is our policy to comply with all applicable health, safety and environmental protection laws, regulations and requirements and all activities are conducted in a manner that ensures the protection of staff, guests and the environment. Eco-friendly products are continually sought to replace potentially hazardous substances.

XI. Community Well-being

As corporate and community environmental and social sustainability are interwoven, Ayurveda Sanctuary shall continually work toward improving the health, well-being and livelihood of the community by focusing on social welfare programmes, hiring local staff with ongoing human resource development, and purchasing local fresh food, products and services whenever possible.

XII. Continuing Sustainability Education

We shall continue communicating to our staff and guests the objectives and practices of our Policy on Environmental & Social Sustainability to increase awareness and collectively carry forward our intentions, and encourage our suppliers to adapt their practices to meet our goals.

This policy will be reviewed semi-annually to ensure and optimise continual process improvement and adherence to environmental and sustainability objectives.