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Ensuring maximum use of energy
efficient lighting and with effective controls installed to minimise
waste – time switches installed in public area lighting.
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Our main household appliances are
A or A+ rated for energy saving as an ongoing project
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Electricity
supply is 100% Renewable (Green Tariff) through EDF since October 2008
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Oil
boiler with oil tank removed and replaced by Electric boilers since November
2008
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All our energy use is monitored
for efficiency – Analysed quarterly to determine trends and
implement greater efficiencies.
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Heating & hot water
demand is
time controlled and managed according to weather and occupancy.
All radiators are thermostatically controlled with settings
checked daily when in use.
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Monitoring use of our water
demand – our toilet cisterns all have a water-saving device
installed – using "hippo" principle devices to reduce flush volume
used
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Minimising waste by re-using and
recycling whatever is possible –
Simple
examples......
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left over tea after breakfast
service is used to water our houseplants
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Recycling
working but older appliances and furnishings through RE-SOURCE
which enables re-purchase by public in cost effective manner
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Collecting rain water in butts
for watering our outside plants
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Composting organic waste
matter using standard composting bins and rotary composter
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We use phosphate free cleaning
products
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Buying recycled paper products,
from stationery to toilet paper
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We purchase
ethical and Fairtrade products as much as possible
including teas, coffee, fruit and fruit juices
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We
purchase organic products including breakfast cereals, flour, baked
beans, fruit and fruit juices
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Buying locally sourced produce
wherever possible
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Implementing resource conscious
policy in guest rooms – we recycle guest rubbish and encourage a
laundry- friendly attitude.
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Encouraging our guests to explore
the local area including provision of public transport
timetables.
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We are located in the heart of a
network of footpaths and encourage our visitors to explore the area
by foot (maps for local walk routes are provided).
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Proud
to be a Business
supporter of Cornwall
Wildlife Trust
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Guest
payback scheme - donations to Cornwall Wildlife Trust for Julie's
recipes
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Local tradespeople and companies
are used for maintenance and project work whenever possible
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Off-setting
our total business and personal carbon emissions through www.co2balance.com
