Green Lodge

Webpage: http://www.baatbg.org/green-lodge/38/49

Description of the tool

Green Lodge® is a certificate issued to guesthouses and small hotels that correspond to ECEAT sustainable tourism label and Eurogites quality standards. Hosts of these houses are local people who have special attention to local nature and culture.

The certificate assesses the following areas:

• Support of environmental friendly agriculture
• Efficient use of energy and water
• Active waste reduction policy
• Contribution to nature protection
• Focus on cultural heritage
• Contribution to the local economy
• Environmental information services to guests
• Continuous improvement of environmental performance

Geographical level of recognition

Bulgaria

Justification / Verification / Proof of adherence

• The certificate is valid for three years
• Audit every third year

Target groups

Size: Micro, small and medium enterprises

Activity sectors: Hotels and guest houses