Cousine Island
Seychelles Cousine Island is the only island in the region with a conservation based model into which the hotel structure fits.
Overall Rating: *****(5)
Energy Rating:*****(5)
Uses three generators that supply power to the island, as well as using solar power for heating water. Aims to reduce carbon emissions by converting more to renewable power resources, such as solar power and wind power. Water Rating:*****(5) Extensive rain water catching facilities and can store up to 350,000 litres of rainwater, enough to carry the island through the dry season. Disposal Rating:*****(5) Re-uses products wherever possible. Bio-degradable waste is used to make compost for the fruit and vegetable garden, non-burnable and recyclable waste is disposed of by a waste management company. Eco-Active Rating: *****(5)
Purchased in 1992 to create a safe environment for marine turtles to nest in. Fauna, flora and over 5,000 trees planted to create a suitable habitat. Protection Rating:*****(5)
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