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Rafaelhoteles Atocha » Sustainability
Our commitment
Sustainable tourism, real action
We work to reduce our environmental impact through efficient resource management, emission reduction and continuous improvement of our processes.
Recognition of our environmental commitment
CO2 Responsables Madrid
We have been accredited with the distinctive seal of the CO2Responsables Madrid programme, an initiative that recognises organisations committed to measuring, reducing and offsetting their carbon footprint.
This recognition endorses the work we do to move towards more efficient and responsible hotel management, aligned with the sustainability objectives of the city of Madrid.
As a hotel catering to both leisure tourism and the corporate and MICE segment, we work to offer a comfortable experience while minimising our environmental impact.
More responsible events
Our event space incorporates efficiency and sustainability criteria that allow companies and organisers to develop meetings, conferences and gatherings with a lower environmental impact.
Multi-functional spaces with abundant natural light.
Efficient management of resources and facilities.
Adapted and responsible catering options.
Excellent accessibility via public transport.
Ongoing commitment to continuous improvement.
Our environmental sustainability actions
Energy efficiency
We work to reduce our energy consumption and improve the efficiency of our facilities.
- Use of 100% renewable energy.
- Energy certification of our buildings.
- Protection and insulation of hot water pipes to prevent energy losses.
- Continuous monitoring of consumption and improvement of facility efficiency.
Responsible water management
Water is an essential resource and its efficient use is part of our daily commitment.
- Aerators installed on all taps in guest rooms to reduce consumption.
- Permanent water savings plan.
- Collaboration with Madrid’s wastewater treatment system through the Canal de Isabel II.
- Internal awareness-raising to promote responsible use of the resource.
Circular economy and recycling
We promote responsible management of the waste generated by our activity.
- Separation and recycling of paper, glass, packaging and organic waste.
- Specialised collection and treatment of lamps and luminaires through Ambilamp.
- Certified management of electronic waste through authorised operators.
- Recycling of coffee capsules through specialised managers.
- Collection and recovery of used vegetable oil from our kitchens.
- Safe and sustainable destruction of confidential documentation.
Biodiversity and environment
Small actions that contribute to protecting and improving the natural environment.
- Installation of an insect hotel in our garden.
- Promotion of natural pollination and urban biodiversity.
- Use of environmentally friendly cleaning products.
- Progressive reduction of the environmental impact associated with our activity.
Sustainable mobility
We facilitate more environmentally friendly mobility alternatives.
- Charging points for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles.
- Strategic location next to Madrid’s public transport network.
- Promotion of travel options with a lower carbon footprint.
Continuous improvement and environmental commitment
Sustainability is a process of constant improvement.
- Measurement and monitoring of our carbon footprint.
- Participation in environmental initiatives promoted by the city of Madrid.
- Accreditation with the CO2Responsables Madrid seal.
- Continuous evaluation of new emission reduction and resource consumption measures.