Atmosphere Core's Milestone: Unveils Inaugural Sustainability Impact Report

Monday 11th of December 2023

In a groundbreaking move, Atmosphere Core, a dynamic player in the hospitality industry, has set a new standard by releasing its first-ever sustainability impact report, titled CORE IMPACT. This comprehensive report highlights the company's concerted efforts across the pillars of CORE—Community, Operations, Resources, and Environment—encompassing 8 resorts within 3 brands.

Embracing Sustainability:

Shrikant Dash, the Deputy Managing Director for Corporate at Atmosphere Core, emphasizes the synergy between business growth and sustainability. He states, "I believe that business growth and sustainability are not exclusive. They go hand in hand, with the eco-friendly solution usually being the financially savvy one."

Striving for Zero Landfill Waste:

As part of its forward-looking vision, Atmosphere Core aims to achieve a resort with zero contribution to landfill waste within the next year. A strategic partnership with Lootah Biofuels is set to replace diesel with green biofuels made from used cooking oil across all 8 resorts. This initiative not only promotes sustainability but also provides waste cooking oil recycling services in the Maldives.

Eco-Friendly Milestones:

The company has achieved remarkable milestones, including tripling the contribution of solar energy to its energy mix, preventing 2.4 million plastic bottles from reaching landfills, and actively participating in coral conservation by installing thousands of coral fragments to support marine life.

Responsible Supply Chain and Future Goals:

Atmosphere Core has taken innovative steps, establishing a responsible supply chain that reduces individual resort orders and transportation needs. The company is working towards sourcing 100% of its dry goods centrally by the third quarter of 2024.

Partner Brand Initiatives:

Partner brand ELE|NA, operating at seven of Atmosphere Core's resorts, has been a frontrunner in sustainability initiatives. Notably, 70% of ELE|NA spa products are locally sourced, aiming to increase this to 80% by 2024.

Community Impact:

Community engagement is a core aspect of Atmosphere Core's sustainability endeavors. Through its registered NGO, the Atmosphere Foundation, the company has launched five impactful projects, positively affecting the lives of 8,000 Maldivians. Notable initiatives include supporting existing charities, educational projects, and the Bamboo For Climate Change Mitigation project, which involved donating 1000 bamboo plants to 9 community islands.

Atmosphere Core's inaugural sustainability impact report is not just a milestone; it's a testament to the company's commitment to creating a positive impact on the environment, local communities, and the broader Maldivian society. This report signals the beginning of a journey marked by sustainability, innovation, and positive change.