Male’, Maldives, 19 July 2024 – Patina Maldives continues to set the bar for purposeful travel with a hands-on, data-led approach, earning the prestigious EarthCheck Silver Certification for the second consecutive year. This achievement underscores the resort’s unwavering commitment to environmentally conscious practices and business excellence that benefit both people and the planet.
“As we celebrate the EarthCheck Silver Certification for 2024, we reaffirm our resolute commitment to sustainable tourism and environmental stewardship,” said Antonio Saponara, General Manager. “This accolade underscores our dedication to perpetuality, marking a pivotal step towards a more sustainable future for Patina Maldives,” he added.
In partnership with the Maldives’ leading solar energy provider, Swimsol, Patina Maldives will activate a significant solar panel installation in October this year. The project includes a total of 1937kWp of additional solar panels, with 1MWp located on a land bank on the island’s east side and 937kWp on the rooftops of beach villas, F&B outlets, FLOW Spa, dive center, Portico, kids club, and back-of-house buildings. An additional 2MWh of battery capacity will also be added, allowing the property to rely solely on solar energy during daylight hours.
Patina Maldives is dedicated to preserving marine biodiversity through extensive coral conservation efforts. By introducing coral ceramics workshops for special needs children, the resort has fostered a unique blend of education and environmental stewardship. These workshops, in collaboration with local NGOs, have empowered young minds to contribute to conservation efforts, creating lasting impacts on both the community and the environment. Additionally, ongoing coral planting initiatives continue to enhance the marine ecosystem, promoting the health and diversity of coral reefs around the island.
The resort’s ghost net projects address the critical issue of oceanic plastic pollution. By collecting and repurposing ghost nets into bracelets gifted to guests, Patina Maldives raises awareness about the dangers of plastic waste and encourages collective action to protect our oceans. These initiatives are more than just environmental efforts; they represent the resort’s commitment to nurturing a sustainable future and inspiring others to join in making a difference.
From its inception, the Fari Islands’ development has been guided by sustainable architecture and design. It is the largest hospitality project globally to benefit from the extensive use of offsite manufacturing technology known as ‘Mass Engineered Timber’ or ‘MET’, which reduced carbon emissions by over 6,000 tons after production and transportation. Additionally, all the villas were prefabricated to ensure minimal runoff into the marine ecosystem. Departing from the conventional thatched roof structures prevalent in the Maldives, villas and amenities were designed with flat roofs, allowing solar panels to be easily mounted. This makes the Fari Islands host one of the largest solar installations in the Maldives.
