Organized annually these awards recognize outstanding environmental practices by organizations and individuals, in the areas of green management approaches and sustainability
Jetwing Kandy Gallery secured the sole gold award in the hospitality category at the Presidential Environment Awards 2024. Organized annually by the Central Environmental Authority (CEA) under the guidance of the Ministry of Environment, these awards recognize outstanding environmental practices by organizations and individuals, in the areas of green management approaches, sustainability reporting and disclosure mechanisms, pollution control, solid waste management and carbon emissions management.
Jetwing Kandy Gallery, nestled in Haragama is few minutes away from the bustling city of Kandy. The property pays homage to the peaceful coexistence of man and nature that long existed in the island’s historic capital, with several sustainability initiatives in place.
The hotel operates under a unified sustainability framework, allowing each property to tailor its practices to best suit the six key areas outlined in the strategy: energy and carbon, water and waste, biodiversity, family, sourcing and production, and community and culture.
The solar photovoltaic system in place significantly contributes to the hotel’s energy needs, supplying over 40% of its daily electricity requirements. An on-site effluent treatment plant effectively treats 100% of the wastewater generated during hotel operations; and is then responsibly reused for irrigation purposes, minimizing reliance on freshwater resources.
Additionally, the hotel leverages a comprehensive waste management system to ensure that all food waste is processed within an onsite biogas digester, producing biogas fuel used for cooking purposes, garden waste is composed and used as a soil enhancer for the hotel’s garden, and any plastic waste is responsibly recycled. It also maintains an onsite organic garden, prioritizing the cultivation of local herbs and vegetables, irrigated with treated water, with the produce being used to create delectable meals for guests.
As a family-owned brand, Jetwing continues to advocate for sustainability and responsible tourism, with ongoing initiatives focused on community upliftment, environment conservation, and resource efficiency.
