
Sustainability
Preserving the destination for future travellers.
At Anantara, we immerse guests in the most stunning destinations in the world. As such, we are dedicated to preserving them for future generations, working hand in hand with local communities. At Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar, efforts include a design that blends into the landscape, continually updated technologies, and conservation awareness initiatives.
Conservation

Energy Conservation
By managing our room inventory we switch electricity off in unoccupied villa blocks during low season. This minimises and conserves our energy usage. Training is provided to our team members to encourage energy conservation where they can.

Water Conservation
We have a water bottling plant on site to reduce the need for plastic bottles. Grey water is treated and reused to water the grounds, where indigenous plants have been carefully chosen for landscaping because they require less watering, with currently nearly 50% of our water discharge recycled.
Waste Reduction

Elimination of Single-Use Plastics
We continue to march towards the elimination of single-use plastics, with refillable dispensers used instead of small bottles of toiletries, alternative materials sourced for in-room amenities such as wood and jute, and glass bottles and biodegradable straws used in all dining outlets.

Waste Treatment
We have a sewage treatment plant on site. Solid waste is also sorted, with reusable goods sent to a third party, and organic waste either used as animal feed or sent to a local operator to be composted, currently averaging 2,500 kg/month.

Biodegradable Coffee Pods
Support sustainability with every cup of aromatic blend. Sip on your morning coffee knowing that each eco-friendly capsule is 100% biodegradable and compostable. Our local partner roasts and packs 100% Arabica beans here in Oman for your enjoyment.
Animal Welfare

Cat shelters and TNR
Our engineering team built a cat shelter to look after strays in the area. We also operate a trap, neuter and release programme to reduce strays and provide any medical assistance required.

Feeding Our Furry Friends
Our F&B team oversee the gourmet menus for our guests and also our furry friends. All our animals at the resort and staff accommodation are fed with healthy leftovers including fresh fruits and vegetables from our kitchen.
Sourcing

Local Suppliers
Wherever possible, the ingredients we use are sourced from local, then national, suppliers. Our eggs are from cage-free hens, and the use of packaging for food has been minimised.

Resort Gardens
We grow fresh produce and herbs in the chef's garden and hydroponic farm, delivering a lower carbon footprint and superb flavours. Our olives are used to produce olive oil with a local factory and we get fresh honey from our beehives.

Honey and Bees
Honey and bees are integral to our sustainability efforts. Our beehives produce delicious honey from native wildflowers, reflecting the region's biodiversity. By nurturing these bees and their habitat, we support local ecosystems and reduce our carbon footprint.
COMMUNITY

Dollars for Deeds
Anantara is committed to improving the lives of people and the environment. Through Dollars for Deeds we collect donations from our guests to contribute to local environmental and animal rescue groups, children with special needs and Oman Cancer Association.

Pre-Loved Flea Market for Charity
In an effort to reuse and recycle, we regularly hold a flea market for team members where we sell pre-loved items. All proceeds are donated to local charities through our Dollars for Deeds programme.

Omanisation
We believe in empowering our local community through employment and building relationships with our local businesses. We nurture local talent and promote social sustainability in our initiatives.
Accolades

Awards
Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort was the first hotel in Oman to become Green Growth 2050 certified. We are also part of UNESCO’s Sustainable Travel Pledge and named Leading Green Resort in the World Travel Awards.