The threat posed by climate change and the need to preserve natural resources are some of the most important issues facing us today. At The Duke of Richmond, we are keenly aware of our responsibility to confront these problems head-on, and have instituted a Green Team to investigate and implement the ways we can contribute to this global process.
We are committed to our community and dedicated to social responsibility. Supporting local charities, conservation, preservation, nature, heritage and green initiatives including the personal development of each member of the Red Carnation team, is at the heart of everything we do.
Keeping the Island Clean
It is important for us to keep our island clean and free of rubbish which has a detrimental impact on our environment in partnership with Island Waste. Everyone at the hotel gets involved in regular ‘clean-up's that allow us to improve on our recycling practices and minimize waste.
We have taken the inicitiave to start changing all our bin bags in the hotel to compostable bags allowing us to better save the island from all the plastic that is being used.
Our Initiatives
Last Straw Campaign
Plastic straws are one of many types of plastic polluting our earth and harming our wildlife. We are passionate about eradicating single use plastics. The campaign strives to educate the public about its effects on our health, our environment, and our oceans.
Les Bourgs Hospice
Les Bourgs Hospice was founded for the people of the Bailiwick in 1990 who recognised the need for a Hospice to provide the highest levels of compassionate and professional care to patients suffering from life-limiting illnesses, as well as their loved ones.
Rotary’s Shoebox Appeal
The Duke of Richmond participate in preparing and packing gift boxes for The Rotary Shoebox Appeal every year for children in need. The scheme has become a national project supported not only by Rotary Clubs but also by individuals, schools, companies and churches.
Me to We
ME To WE is part of WE, a family of organizations making doing good, doable. WE is made up of WE Charity, empowering domestic and international change. We sell ME To WE chocolates in every hotel to help a social enterprise that creates socially conscious products and experiences to help directly benefit their local communities and the world.
Sustainable Luxury
With the subject of climate change on everyone’s mind, ethical travel is of ever increasing significance. It’s important to be aware of the small changes that can be made to avoid potentially detrimentally affecting local habitats. If you’d like to be a jet-setter with a conscience, discover how you can travel responsibly with eco-sensibilities in mind.
Sustainability Committee
Red Carnation Hotels supports and encourages a wide selection of green initiatives and is fully committed to sustainability. Our Sustainability Committee is led by Victoria Tollman (Director of The Travel Corporation, Red Carnation Hotels and the Bouchard Finlayson winery) and Red Carnation's Managing Director Jonathan Raggett.
Projects and progress
The perfect picnic for a zero-waste lifestyle
As dining al fresco often creates lots of waste, here's how to plan an environmentally friendly picnic.
The solo adventurer’s tips for travelling alone
We explore how best enjoy a journey of self exploration and the benefits of going it alone.
03rd July 2019
Eliminating single use plastic in hospitality
Red Carnation Hotels paves the way for a more sustainable, plastic-free future.