Actions taken to help reduce the hotels impact on the environment.

Reducing the hotels energy consumption:
Low consumption light bulbs are used whenever possible, along with sensors and time switches.
The boiler is maintained regularly for optimum efficiency
We have incorporated individual room temperature control so guest's can control the temperature according to their requirements
We remind guests not to waste energy.

Electricity from renewable sources.
We contract all our electricity from the company "Electra Norte." Based in Asturias they are the only Spanish company who produce electricity exclusively from renewable sources: wind, solar and hydroelectric.

Waste reduction and recycling
We adopt measures to try and reduce the volume of non-recyclable waste we produce e.g. avoiding using individually wrapped items.
We recycle paper, glass, and plastic, and encourage guests to do likewise
Most organic waste is also composted.

Water Consumption
We try to avoid excess water consumption by limiting flow rates on the showers and hand basins.
We have installed measures for controlling toilet flushing.
Avoid watering plants during the hot hours of the days.
Train our staff on the importance of leaks

Eco procurement
When available we try and use environmentally friendly or eco labled products
We use refillable bottles whereever possible and try to avoid using disposable bottles, toiletries, cups, plates and cutlery.

Supporting the local rural community
We try to support the local community and we provide guests with a list of establishments where local produce can be purchased and a list of activities in the area that are environmentally friendly

Use of local and organic produce
At Hotel Posada del Valle we believe that food is for enjoyment, but we also believe that what we eat and buy not only affects our own health and well being but also has a big impact on the environment and rural communities. For this reason at Hotel Posada del Valle we have taken a long time selecting from where and whom we purchase our basic ingredients. We have established relationships with a number of farmers, producers and suppliers to ensure a good supply of tasty, quality, healthy produce. Most are local, from Asturias or Northern Spain, many are organic and others use traditional or extensive production systems. We know that when buying from these people not only are we going to supply our guests with natural, wholesome, flavourfull produce in the restaurante, but at the same time are helping to contribute to the rural communities and the environment.

Staff Training
We provide staff training on:
Environmental issues
Right dosage of detergents and cleaners
Effective waste, water, energy and resource management.

Learning to appreciate and respect the environment
We provide information on the Asturian countryside offer guided walks with cultural interpretation and actively encourage discussions on the environment with both guests and the local community.

The Farm
The hotel farm is a fully registered organic farm and amongst other activities we breed indigenous rare breeds. We have a long-term objective of trying to make extensive organic farming (like ours) more profitable so it may become of more interest to other farmers in the area.