Number of beds

Number of overnights 2005
(or latest figures available)

Average annual occupancy

Profile of guests

Environmental features

1. Management

• Our purchasing policies aim to minimize waste and the transportation of goods.
• We encourage and supply guests with information for the use of public transport.
• We rent out bicycles.
• We use “green” cleaning agents with automatic dispensers.
• Washing machines use an automatic washing powder dispenser.
• We do not use drain cleaners, only hot water.
• We monitor the total consumption of water, hot water, heat, and electricity every week.
• We do not use pesticides.
  

2. Waste

• Hostel staff and guests recycle: glass, paper, cardboard, food, cans and metal.
• Waste from fruit and vegetables are composted.

3. Water

• The toilets flush with only 7 litres.
• Showers are regulated to a maximum of 9 litres per minute.

4. Energy

• Heating: central regulations and lower temperatures at nights.
• Electricity: energy saving bulbs and infra-red sensors are used where possible. Regulation of ventilation by timer.
• We optimize electronic installations, and have an energy policy when buying new ones.
• Key-card at the guest’s room to activate heating and electricity.

5. Information

• Guests: we show environmental results and achievements and publish environmental guidelines.
• Staff: we inform and ensure correct environmental behaviour. Training of new staff.
• Feedback and proposals for improvement.

Environmental impact

We have achieved the eco label “The Green Key” since 1996 (see link at our homepage: www.kalundborg-vandrerhjem.dk)

Economic/financial impact

We have financial savings as a result of our environmental policy. The marginal savings are low in relation to the cost.