At 008 Villa we are committed to the environment and our local community.
Our ethos is to run our operations in the most sustainable manner without compromising the guest experience.
We have implemented and will continue to expand upon the following initiatives:
Our ethos is to run our operations in the most sustainable manner without compromising the guest experience.
We have implemented and will continue to expand upon the following initiatives:
Electricity
- 22,5 kW of solar panels for electricity production
- 25 kWh battery bank to supplement usage and provide power during outages
- Hybrid hot water cylinders with built in heat pumps
- Lighting has been replaced with low wattage LED bulbs
- Gas hobs for cooking in all kitchens
Water
- Borehole and filtration system off-grid for water supply
- Eco friendly shower heads and basin mixers in bathrooms and kitchens
- WaterPebbles in showers to encourage shorter showering times
- Waterless hand sanitiser available in bathrooms, kitchens and the gym
- Linen reuse policy to cut down unnecessary washing, chemical and power usage
Water
- Borehole and filtration system off-grid for water supply
- Eco friendly shower heads and basin mixers in bathrooms and kitchens
- WaterPebbles in showers to encourage shorter showering times
- Waterless hand sanitiser available in bathrooms, kitchens and the gym
- Linen reuse policy to cut down unnecessary washing, chemical and power usage
Waste
- Sustainable products and packaging used wherever possible
- No excessive packaging allowed by suppliers
- All waste is separated and recyclable items are collected weekly
- Water bottling system with reusable bottles for still and sparkling water
- Food waste is converted into vermicompost
Charity and development
- Condemned (good condition) linen and towelling is donated to local charities
- Condemned (poor condition) towelling is donated to the Domestic Animal Rescue Group
- Regular monetary donations to Cape Town based charities
- Intensive training and up-skilling conducted with all employees
Charity and development
- Condemned (good condition) linen and towelling is donated to local charities
- Condemned (poor condition) towelling is donated to the Domestic Animal Rescue Group
- Regular monetary donations to Cape Town based charities
- Intensive training and up-skilling conducted with all employees