In South Tyrol a plaque is given to destinations and accommodation establishments actively committed to a sustainable future: the South Tyrol Sustainability Seal. Based upon the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) criteria, it gives recognition to en-tities in the tourism industry that ensure the protection of nature and people. Those people who, with concrete measures, tirelessly contribute to making South Tyrol a more sustainable place.
The road to sustainability is long. There are, indeed, three Seal’s levels. Each level needs different criteria to be met. The third – which is the highest - corresponds to the GSTC certification and it is thus globally recognized.
We have reached Level 2 of the Sustainability Label South Tyrol and for us, sustainability has become an integral part of our philosophy. We support local producers, use regional products and support non-profit initiatives to strengthen the bond within the community. We work on promoting equality and value diversity in our team by offering growth and training opportunities to all our employees. Every purchase is designed to be as efficient and eco-friendly as possible, prioritizing materials with eco-labels. We want to build a sustainable future together with you.
It is very important for the Val d'Ega to pursue a long-term and, above all, credible sustainability strategy. This should be "lived" at all levels of tourism. The Val d'Ega Taste Local project was launched in 2022 to promote small-scale cycles.
Farmers from Val d'Ega sell their vegetables and eggs directly to hotels and restaurants.
The aim is to gain valuable experience, learn from each other and grow together.
The transparent exchange between restaurateurs and farmers is particularly important, as is the willingness to work together and take into account the needs of all parties involved. Our common goal is for all products grown and provided by the farmers to be used by the food service industry. We are aware that the Eggental farmers are not yet able to cover the entire demand.
Find out more at: eggental.com/taste-local