Eco Status

Our Environmental Commitment in Marloth Park

Our Environmental Commitment in Marloth Park

Jackalberry Ridge sits inside a working conservancy on the border of the Kruger. Looking after it is part of running the place.

Jackalberry Ridge sits inside a working conservancy on the border of the Kruger. Looking after it is part of running the place.

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WHAT WE SET OUT TO DO

The Bush Is the Product, So We Look After It

Marloth Park is a conservancy where game moves freely between properties and the Crocodile River forms the boundary with the Kruger National Park. Everything guests come here for depends on that system staying intact, so Jackalberry Ridge operates under the Dream Hotels & Resorts environmental policy and takes part in the group Eco Status programme, which measures energy, water, waste and carbon at each property and rates them against the same scale.

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Eco status

Environmental Policy

The Company will comply with the legal requirements and conservation programme for preventing the pollution of the environment, whether air, ground or water, and ensure that any environmental incident is dealt with immediately to reduce the impact on the environment.

Our Goal

To reduce our carbon footprint by saving on electricity and water consumption and through waste recycling.

Responsibilities

  • Employer [Section appointee]
  • Site Manager
  • Service Provider Managers
  • Ad Hoc Contractors
  • Health & Safety Consultant, for the maintenance and
annual review of this plan.
  • All employees, service providers, contractors and sub-contractors employed on the Company premises

Responsibilities

Small Steps Go A Long Way In Making A Bigger Change

Running a resort with a focus on sustainability touches every part of operations. These are the areas the group works across.

Transportation

We encourage low-impact travel and shared journeys where they are practical.

Water Conservation

water-wise fittings and indigenous planting reduce usage and protect a scarce resource.

Waste Reduction

We limit single-use items, compost organics and recycle to keep waste to a minimum.

Sustainable Sourcing

Local, seasonal and ethical sourcing supports both our community and the environment.

Energy Management

Efficient lighting, sensors and ongoing energy-saving work reduce our footprint.

Educating Guests

Guests are encouraged to join our eco efforts with easy, impactful tips during their stay.

Training and Development

Our staff receive regular training to lead and uphold sustainable practices daily.

Local Partnerships

We work with local farmers and groups to grow a greener, stronger community.

Our Initiatives

Energy, Water, Waste and CO2 Initiatives

The detailed status of the resort’s environmental programmes, by pillar.

Energy Saver Status

• Replacing old equipment and lighting with the most energy-efficient options available
• Training staff in best practice
• Using occupancy levels to maximise savings across heat pumps, laundry and the kitchen
• Using the available technology more effectively
• Using local climatic conditions, wind and sun, for extraction and drying

Water Saver Status

• A reliable and informative measuring system to monitor water usage
• Replacing all current showerheads with 6 litre per minute EcoSmart showerheads
• Training staff in best practice
•  Inspection and timely repair of all leaks

Waste Efficiency Status

• Effective separation, recording and removal of waste
• Working with suppliers to minimise unrecyclable packaging
• Buying locally where possible, to minimise transport
• Regular vehicle maintenance, and encouraging drivers to use the eco features of the fleet
• Educating younger guests, including beach clean-ups
• Choosing environmentally friendly chemicals, packaging and straws
• Leading and taking part in local initiatives such as Ocean Day
• Involving guests through an informative and enjoyable programme

Carbon Footprint Status

• Educating drivers and using the eco technology in the resort’s vehicles
• Buying locally where possible
• Garden design built around indigenous planting
• Growing and expanding the herb garden, with lemon and herb trees planted
• Encouraging wildlife on the property, including bees, mongooses, owls, blue-headed lizards and birdlife

CERTIFICATION

Our Eco Status Certificate

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WHY IT MATTERS HERE

A Conservancy on the Kruger Boundary

Marloth Park is an unfenced conservancy where kudu, impala, giraffe, zebra and warthog move between properties, and where the Crocodile River is the only boundary between the town and the Kruger National Park. More than 300 bird species have been recorded here. A property in that position carries the same responsibility as the reserve next door, which is why guests are asked to keep the pools free of shampoo and detergents, to leave the game alone and to stay off the roads on foot after dark.

FAQ

Jackalberry Ridge takes part in the Dream Hotels & Resorts Eco Status programme, which rates resorts on energy, water, waste and carbon. The current certificate is published on this page with its issue and expiry dates.

It measures four pillars at each Dream Hotels & Resorts property: energy saving, water saving, waste efficiency and carbon footprint. Each is rated and backed by the specific initiatives running at that resort.

Keep shampoo, bubble bath and detergents out of the splash pools and swimming pool, since they damage the water treatment. Leave the game in Marloth Park undisturbed, take your recycling to the bins provided, and use water sparingly.

Marloth Park is an unfenced conservancy on the Crocodile River, directly across from the Kruger National Park. Game moves freely through it and more than 300 bird species have been recorded, so what happens on each property affects the wider system.

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