Resilience
At Salinara, we think about resilience in terms of managing the interactions between human-constructed systems and natural ecosystems. We try to be mindful of this balancing act as we know that it is the key to our future prosperity, as well as that of the community, the land, the ecosystem at large. We are conscious that we act locally but also globally, and that our behaviour has far reaching consequences beyond Sicily. The following policies help us to maintain this harmonious balance with the wider ecosystem.
Waste Management
– We have a Solid Waste Management Plan as established by the Law for Integrated Waste Management in Marsala.
– We participate in the Municipal Recycling Program, which allows us to adequately dispose of the majority of our recyclables.
– All our organic waste is used in the production of compost, which in turn enriches the soil of our vegetable gardens.
– We use digital documents wherever possible to reduce paper waste.
– We use biodegradable cleaning products and reusable containers for soap and shampoo throughout the estate.
Water
– We drink purified water on site and provide refillable glass bottles to guests to avoid unnecessary use of plastic.
– We use a biological filtration system to process our wastewater, returning it to nature responsibly and free of contaminants.
– An irrigation system allows us to use the water from the well in our garden. We do not use drinkable water for irrigation.
– We encourage our guests and visitors to use water responsibly during their stay.
Electricity
– We use solar power for heating water.
– Energy efficient bulbs and other equipment is used throughout the property and we encourage guests to use natural light when possible. Open the windows for warm mediterranean light and added sea breeze!
– Eco-friendly and efficient air conditioning has been installed.
– Our mission is to become self-sufficient in the next few years.
