Sustainability

NIZUC Resort & Spa is set within a paradise of protected mangroves and lush local foliage facing the white sands of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef – the second largest coral reef in the world – Nizuc is surrounded by the regions natural wonders and is home to a fascinating mix of wildlife and marine life including more than 67 types of corals, 230+ kinds of aquatic flora, over 100 species of fish and 4 types of sea turtles, and 43 kinds of mollusks. Additionally Punta Nizuc is home to more than 30 kinds of birds living and nesting in this extraordinary ecosystem.

NIZUC Resort & Spa recently received the EarthCheck Gold certification, which guarantees its adherence to the highest international standards of sustainable tourism.

EarthCheck is the foremost global evaluation group for sustainable tourism and travels that advises companies on environmental, social, and governance policies and certifies qualifying brands for their continued innovation within these categories. Since 1987 they have been helping companies to care for the planet and its people, and to create sustainable destinations for both travelers and employees alike.

Besides its prestigious certifications, EarthCheck helps the hospitality and travel industry to ensure sustainable solutions, either through software integrations, consultations, awareness campaigns, or via their evaluation and assessment of a company’s environmental and social impact.

As an internationally respected standard for sustainability, EarthCheck helps tourists and travelers choose sustainable brands and experiences so that they can be mindful of the support they give and select a brand with high corporate social responsibility standards.

Our commitments to sustainability:

— Actively protect and care for the mangrove ecosystem on our property, which has been successfully restored through our conservation efforts.
— Protect turtle nesting sites on our shores and support the safe release of hatchlings, helping preserve these magnificent creatures for generations to come.
— Separation of organic and inorganic waste, with recyclable materials
delivered to companies that are able to properly reprocess them
— A wastewater system that allows irrigation to operate using 100 percent recycled water
— Water heating that is approximately 60 percent powered by solar energy
— LED light bulbs installed across the property, with progress underway
toward 100 percent completion
— Proper management of special chemical disposal, including oil, batteries, and paint
— Participation in the EarthCheck Certification program, currently holding a Gold rating and actively working toward Platinum certification
— Encouragement and support of local products such as sprouts, flowers, and honey
— Support and promotion of Mexican wine producers, including
Bodegas Santo Tomás
— Monthly staff participation in beach and property clean up initiatives,
including organized walks to collect waste along pathways and
beach areas
— Donation of items in good condition to local communities in need
— Participation of the NIZUC Brisas Foundation in campaigns to collect
plastics and cans, raising funds to support children with cancer
— Organization of sports tournaments for employee enjoyment
and wellbeing
— Twice monthly visits from a nutritionist to provide complimentary
consultations for employees and to oversee menus served in employee
dining areas
— Hosting of special events throughout the year to celebrate employees, including Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Christmas, and other occasions
— Preservation and celebration of cultural traditions such as Día de Muertos, Mexico’s Independence Day, and other local festivities through activities with employees and guests
— Ongoing initiatives led by the NIZUC Brisas Foundation, a non
governmental institution supporting employees and their families through
programs such as school supply distribution, prescription lens assistance, food bank support for low income communities, and access to drinking
water in underserved areas
— Availability of straws upon request only, made from 100 percent
biodegradable and compostable plant based materials
— Communication of conservation efforts through in room TV programming, social media platforms, and educational displays at the pier
— Distribution of reusable items such as metal straws, reusable coffee cups, and locally sourced products including Mexican candies and handmade crafts to travel agents and clients

We invite you to join our ongoing efforts to take responsibility for a careful preservation of species and the environment. Here you will find some of the best practices you can help us with, for a sustainable visit:

• Please respect the biodiversity, do not touch, remove, or take away corals, starfish, flora or fauna. Disturbing nature for the perfect Instagram photo is NOT worth it!
• We invite to use biodegradable sunscreen that is environmentally friendly to minimize the damage to the world’s coral reefs.
• Reduce the use of straws, even when our straws are 100% biodegradable made of compostable plant-based materials, please only use them if you need it.
• Please do not trespass the natural wildlife conservation designated areas. Signs are posted in our protected areas.
• Spread awareness on the importance of conserving our natural areas. Alert other visitors about the fragile nature of our ecosystem.
• Re-use towels and linens rather than getting new ones every day
• Turn off the lights when you leave bedroom/ bathrooms
• Please use the QR menu codes to reduce paper use in restaurants and bars.
• Try dishes form our local produce. Sustainable plant-based options are offered in all restaurants.
• Try local wine producers, supporting and recommending Mexican wines to other visitors, friends and family as the Santo Tomás wines which are available in all restaurants.
• You can join our employee’s brigade on the “Beach cleaning day” campaign if you wish to.
• You are welcome to support the Brisas foundation, a non-governmental institution responsible for carrying out social actions for our employees and their families such as delivery of school supplies, prescription lenses program, food bank for low income areas, etc.
• We are proud to preserve our traditions like “Día de Muertos” “Mexico’s Independence Day” please join our special dinners and activities.
• Share your sustainable travel experiences with friends, family, people you meet, on social media. The more we talk about the sustainable travel, the more we reinforce how important it is to travel green.