KSL Resorts has launched a new sustainability program, called On Purpose, that will be rolled out at its 11 hotels and resorts. While the name and framework are new, the program reinforces existing companywide sustainability initiatives. “All of our properties have increasingly adapted green practices in recent years—making dramatic improvements—but we are thrilled to make it official by introducing this forward-thinking new platform,” Ian Pullan, KSL’s EVP of asset management West, who is leading the charge, said in a statement.
Focused on reducing KSL Resorts’ overall carbon footprint, Pullan said On Purpose was designed to “drive positive change and reduce carbon emissions—by both guests and staff—via four core initiatives.”
These initiatives are:
- Carbon offsetting: The goal is to reduce energy consumption 10 percent in 2023 over the previous year.
- Single-use materials: The goal is to eliminate all single use materials at participating resorts by the end of 2023.
- Reduce, reuse and recycle: The goal is 20 percent waste diversion for each participating property
- Water usage: The goal is 5 percent reduction in water usage by each participating property, with water consumption audits to be conducted companywide.
Additionally, Pullan said each KSL Resorts property will form (or has formed) an onsite sustainability committee and will identify a suitable local nature conservation partner.
While the official On Purpose program is new, sustainability efforts have been underway at all KSL Resorts properties for several years. Initiatives include replacing single-use in-room amenities with larger refillable dispensers at Fairmont Grand Del Mar in San Diego and the Camelback Resort in Tannersville, Pa., the elimination of plastic water bottles at Vespera Resort in Pismo Beach, Calif., the installation of an EDC hot water control system to reduce natural gas consumption and emissions at Sheraton San Diego and the removal of irrigated planters at Vespera Resort.
“Our goal is to build on these eco-friendly successes and ultimately help foster a more sustainable, prosperous and equitable future for all,” Pullan said.