Sustainability

at Riffelalp Resort 2222m

Peace, nature and warm hospitality - this is the motto of our five-star hotel, the Riffelalp Resort, located at 2'222m in the middle of the mountains. When you come to the Riffelalp Resort, you are at the heart of nature and surrounded by protected areas of national & international importance where you can find a great variety of plants and animals. Behind the scenes, our many initiatives play an important role in the overall sustainability experience we aim to offer our guests.

Discover the foundations of our sustainability approach through our commitments, certifications, and concrete actions. From internationally recognised accreditations and responsible event management to ESG reporting and long-term environmental and social initiatives, each section highlights how sustainability is embedded in the way we operate and welcome our guests.

Sustainability Policy

Ethics Charter

Purchasing Policy

Our commitments & certifications

EarthCheck

EarthCheck is a globally recognised certification for the tourism and hospitality industry. Renowned for its science-based approach and independent verification process, it assesses organisations against a comprehensive set of environmental, social and economic criteria.

By achieving this certification, our hotel demonstrates its commitment to continuously measuring and improving its performance, while supporting more responsible tourism and helping to preserve resources for future generations.

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Swisstainable

We are part of the sustainability program Swisstainable and classified at level III – leading. The sustainability program Swisstainable unites businesses and organizations along the entire Swiss tourism sector. With our participation, we commit ourselves to continuous sustainable business development, pursue measures in the field of sustainability and thus make a concrete contribution to a sustainable Swiss tourism.

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ISO 9001 & 14001

The Riffelalp Resort 2'222m is ISO 9001&14001 certified. This means that we live a measurable corporate culture in environmental management and quality management. Continuous further development is therefore guaranteed. In addition, our expertise is passed on from generation to generation.

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Sustainability Leader

Riffelalp Resort 2222m is proud to announce that it has been recognized as a Sustainability Leader by The Leading Hotels of the World. This designation helps signify members from Leading Hotels who have been certified according to standards aligned with the Global Sustainable Tourism Council Criteria. It serves as a testament to our commitment to excellence in hospitality, specifically in the areas of community, culture, and environmental responsibility.

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UNESCO Sustainable Travel Pledge

We have signed the UNESCO Sustainable Travel Pledge, which aims to promote sustainable travel, community resilience and heritage conservation globally. By signing this pledge, we are publicly committing to taking actions that will reduce the environmental impact of our business, while raising awareness and helping travelers make more sustainable travel choices.

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U.N. GLOBAL COMPACT

Initiated by the United Nations, this "global compact" is the world's largest business-related sustainability initative. By signing our letter of commitment to this pact, we commit ourselves in a responsible and transparent way to progress each year in the four main themes of the UN Global Compact, all of which are linked to the United Nations' sustainable development objectives: human rights, international labour standards, the environment and the fight against corruption. Each year, our company publishes a "Communication on Progress" which illustrates, in an internationally recognised way, the year's progress in these areas.

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