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SUSTAINABILITY

Earth love, in everything we build.

Earth Love

Built To Give Back

Sustainability at Bumi Cinta is not a feature. It is the foundation everything else is built on.

From the materials in our walls to the water in our soil and the people on our team, every choice is made with the land in mind.

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Materials

Construction Materials

  • Our buildings are constructed using locally sourced sustainable materials, such as bamboo and plantation or reclaimed timber (ironwood and teak). We used recycled stone and earth from excavations to create staircases and retaining walls to stop erosion of the landscape.
  • Energy-Efficient Design: our buildings are designed with cross ventilation to eliminate the need for air conditioning. The designs also utilise natural light to reduce the need for artificial lighting.
Water

Water Management

  • Rainwater Harvesting: We have stabilized and restored existing terraces using earth recovered from foundation excavations. These terraces slow down rainwater runoff, allowing the water to sink into our landscape. This process acts as a passive irrigation system and helps minimize soil erosion.
  • Water Recycling and Conservation: We have implemented greywater recycling systems to treat and purify water from sinks and showers. This recycled water is then used for landscape irrigation. Additionally, we have blackwater treatment systems that reuse water in specialized gardens, where nutrients are recycled into fruit-bearing plants. These systems rely on microorganisms and plants to clean the water, making it crucial to use only natural soaps and shampoos. To further reduce demand on fresh water sources, we have installed low-flow shower heads and dual-flush toilets to minimize water consumption.
Food

Food Offered in the Restaurant

  • Local, Organic, and Seasonal Ingredients: Most of the ingredients we use in the food we serve is grown on our own land. The rest we try to source locally to support local farmers and reduce carbon emissions associated with transportation. We prioritize organic and seasonal produce to minimize pesticide use and promote biodiversity.
  • Vegetarian Menu: Our delicious plant-based dishes have a lower environmental footprint compared to meat-based diets.
  • We are lucky to be the custodians of a mature Cacao and Rambutan forest! We plan to extend this forest into a Permaculture inspired Food Forest by adding ground crops, climbers and shrubs to the mix. Along with the Food Forest we are implementing organic vegetable gardens to provide our guests with the freshest and cleanest ingredients possible. The Cacao harvested will be used in chocolate making workshops and of course to serve our guests.
Habitat

Integration in the Natural Habitat

  • Preservation of Natural Landscapes: Our design preserves existing trees and natural features. We have minimized land disruption during construction and did not use large machines-excavators that cause compaction and disturbance. Existing terraces were stabilised and levelled to prevent erosion.
  • Wildlife Conservation: We maintain habitats for local wildlife (geckos love the huts!), and we do not use harmful pesticides and chemicals that can harm the local flora and fauna.
Our Team

Employment of Local Team

  • Employment: We employ people from the village and surroundings, pay fair wages, and offer good working conditions. It is important to us to help to strengthen the local economy and promote social sustainability.
  • Training and Skill Development: We continue to train our team of staff in order to keep their skills up to date. Our aim is to work as a family, so that every department supports each other.
And More

Other Examples of Earth Love

  • Waste Management: We are working together with a local company that specializes in waste management systems focused on avoiding producing waste but as well as recycling and composting. We seek to avoid using single-use plastics and encourage guests (and staff) to reduce waste during their stay.
  • Energy efficiency: We use solar lighting for our landscape lighting and minimise our electricity consumption by not installing air conditioners and opting for cleaner fuel sources such as LPG for our Spa and hot water systems.

By incorporating these practices and continuously seeking innovative ways to minimize our environmental impact, Bumi Cinta aims to serve as a model for responsible travel and inspire others to follow suit.