Waste Reduction

• Elimination of single use plastics including water bottles, straws, food packaging, shower amenities, and minibar items.
• Organic waste is independently processed within the resort into compost, which is then used to nourish plants and trees around the property.
• A dedicated area and program for Green waste composting on site is in place.
• Used cooking oil is recycled into biodiesel through partnership with Delta Hijau Dewata.
• Recycling with a local vendor in place for cardboard, glass, plastic, and wood plus. Our Engineering Team recycles wood, metal for other projects in-house.

Environmental Programs:

• Electric vehicle charging stations available nearby.
• Bicycles available for guest use.
• Linen and towels replaced every 3rd day, unless otherwise requested.

Energy/Water

• Greywater treatment plant for recycling water for watering our landscape and gardens.
• Rainwater harvesting measures in place to capture rainwater in tanks.
• Energi-saving LED lighting implemented on the property and motion sensors in some back-of-house areas.

Sustainable Food and Beverage

• Food waste reduction in place.
• Vegan menus are available on request.
• Locally sourced seafood.
• Herb and vegetable garden on site.
• Fruit and vegetables are sourced from local farmers and delivered fresh daily.
• Guests can fish with local fishermen and have their catch cooked on the property for lunch/dinner.

Community

• Support the local Sawangan community through dance performances on the property consisting of talent from the local village.
• Monthly beach cleanup by the Samabe team and yearly support for the Sawangan community area.
• Guests can join in local cycle tours to visit village houses, historical sites, heritage monuments, and the village and see how locals live.
• Samabe supports an old age home and an orphanage with food donations and other activities.

Purchasing

• Eco-certified products are preferred and used.
• Balinese and local area crafted products sourced as a priority to support the locals.
• Resort wet amenities are sourced from Bali.
• Single use plastic bags are stopped from our suppliers for the delivery of goods.