LINDEN-GUT HOTEL

Contributor	Herbert Hamele
Country	Germany
Keywords	ETGG2030-GP ETGG2030-MAP
Organisation	LINDEN-GUT HOTEL
Postal address	Kohlgrunder Weg 1, D-36160 Dipperz
Webpage	http://linden-gut.eu
Release date	08/04/2022
Landscape type	Rural
Topics	Good Governance & CSR
GSTC Criteria for Industry	A1 Sustainability management system A3 Reporting and communication A4 Staff engagement B3 Local purchasing B7 Decent work D1.1 Environmentally preferable purchasing D1.2 Efficient purchasing D1.3 Energy conservation D1.4 Water conservation D2.1 Greenhouse gas emissions D2.2 Transport D2.3 Wastewater D2.4 Solid waste
Marketplace category	Accommodation Providers
Type	(Best Practice Business)

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Certified by Bio Hotels
Category:	Hotel
Size:	Small
Protected areas nearby:	Rhön Biosphere Reserve
Certifying body:	Bio Hotels

Outstanding contributions

The LindenGut is a small 20-bed hotel in central Germany. The hotel links its offer to its rural location in the Rhön, referring to “untouched nature, extensive hiking trails and certified organic quality food from our own farm”. Considerable emphasis is placed on enjoying a sustainable lifestyle while staying at the hotel. They affirm this by reference to their certification and inspection by Bio Hotels. They also make much of the biodynamic principles behind their own farming processes and food offer, which has a Demeter certification. Some guests come for green meetings or wellness programmes, with a specialism in fasting.

LindenGut uses the EMAS system for sustainable management. They use 100% green electricity, with highly efficient appliances and technology for minimising energy use, including permanent temperature control. There are no mini-bars or TVs in the rooms. CO₂ equivalents per night is calculated at 11.81 kg. Guest bikes, e-bikes and shuttle services are provided. Water use is carefully managed and wastewater is disposed through their own constructed wetland. There is a detailed system of solid waste separation and avoidance of food waste. Staff are closely involved in the environmental management, with specific training and seminars, alongside an overall policy for the career development of young people. LindenGut has formed many partnerships with other businesses, especially in the field of organic agriculture and services.

Key SDGs related to this action

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