Environmental Stewardship
Green Globe Certified
Bandos Maldives has been awarded the Green Globe Certification, one of the most renowned sustainability recognitions in the travel and tourism industry, underscoring our long-standing dedication to preserving the environment and upholding one of our guiding values, “Environmental Stewardship.”
Bandos has been known popularly as the “Island of Hospitality” for generations, welcoming guests with Maldivian hospitality in its real sense. Today, this reputation supports another side of our hospitality, that is, our dedication to maintaining the natural beauty and variety of the Maldives for generations to come.
Commitment for enriching guest experiences
At Bandos Maldives, sustainability is integral, with 19 green initiatives encompassing environmental conservation, service quality, and guest experience. Committed to community empowerment, the resort employs the largest local workforce in the industry and supports the local economy by prioritizing local produce. Renewable energy is harnessed through solar panels, meeting 30% of energy needs. The desalination plant paired with EcoPure purification system provide drinking water in reusable bottles, while treated gray water irrigates gardens, underscoring Bandos’ commitment to environmental stewardship.
Green Energy
Bandos Maldives has unveiled a cutting-edge solar photovoltaic system, significantly reducing carbon emissions and highlighting its dedication to environmental stewardship. By harnessing Maldivian sunshine, the resort lowers fossil fuel reliance and energy costs, promoting sustainability and enhancing the island’s natural beauty for a greener future.
Solar Power
744.8kWp (PV) system
- 400kWh Battery Energy
- Storage System
- 1,330 Solar Photovoltaic panels
- 16 rooftops
Environmental Benefits
Monthly average
- 40 tones coal saved
- 46 C02 tones avoided
- 65 Equivalent tree planted
Eco-Friendly Practices
Bandos Maldives is a nature loving gateway that effortlessly blends eco-friendly practices into its daily routine. By embracing green initiatives, energy-saving technologies, and waste reduction
strategies, the resort not only offers guests a luxurious experience but also gives them the chance to make a positive impact on the environment. By implementing the re-use of glass water bottles we have successfully decreased our plastic bottle usage by approximately 250,000 bottles per year. Our gardens yield approximately 400 kg of vegetables and over 2,000 coconuts per month
