Sustainability

Belmore Court & Motel acknowledges that our operations directly and indirectly impact the local, regional, and global environment. We are committed to reducing harmful environmental effects whilst working with reputable organisations to understand, implement, and follow best environmental practices. We actively encourage our employees, suppliers, and guests to participate in our environmental initiatives through recycling, energy efficiency, and sustainable choices.

ecognises that our work may directly or indirectly affect the local, regional, and global environment. We are committed to reducing harmful environmental effects, and in working with reputable associations, we aim to understand, follow, and implement the best environmental practices where possible. We encourage our employees, suppliers, and guests to be environmentally aware through recycling and energy efficiency initiatives.

We are undertaking the following actions to fulfil our commitment to working sustainably:

• We comply with the requirements of environmental legislation and approved codes of practice.
• We continuously seek to improve our environmental and social performance through regular monitoring and assessment.
• We maintain Zero Landfill status, since 2013, by diverting 100% of waste from landfill through recycling, composting, and responsible waste management
• We generate clean, renewable energy on-site through Solar Panels. Initially installed in 2014, expanded in 2024, tripling the our solar energy generation capacity and significantly reducing reliance on grid electricity.
• We reduce energy consumption through smart heating systems, energy-efficient appliances, LED lighting, and guest education
• We reduce the use of water, through Towel and Linen Reuse Schemes, water-saving prompt posters throughout the building and low-flow fixtures. Our Towel Reuse Program achieved nearly 20% reduction in laundry loads during the first year, saving approximately 100,000 litres of water. ⁠Aiming to reduce water usage by a further 15% over the next 2 years
• We provide electric vehicle charging infrastructure to support low-carbon transport. 5 WEEV charging points including rapid chargers.
• We reduce pollution, emissions and waste.
• We raise awareness, encourage participation and train employees in sustainable business practices during induction, and refresher sessions.
• We expect similar environmental standards from all suppliers and contractors.
• We assist customers to use products and services in an environmentally sensitive way.
• We liaise with the local community and a source minimum of 30% of food locally to reduce food miles and support regional producers
• We have minimised our risks associated with social and environmental issues.
• We are committed to Equality Act 2010 and Modern Slavery Act 2015.
• We have joined the Green Tourism Scheme as an indicator of our sustainable practices, being accredited with the Silver Award. Working towards Gold status in 2025.
• We are committed to achieving Carbon Net Zero by April 2035.
• We are proud members of the Cuilcagh Lakelands Regenerative Tourism Network

This is endorsed by the Owner and the Senior Managers, and is reviewed and updated annually.

We would like to ask you for your input. If you have any suggestions on how to improve our environmental performance, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with reception or email through this website.

Terry McCartney – Owner/Manager