Sustainability at Mangawhai lodge

Wastewater Management:  We monitor our waste product and reduce the amount by conservation of water.

Energy Efficiency:  Light bulbs are changed to low energy where possible, we use timers on heaters and turn off equipment when not in use.

Water Conservation:  Rainwater is collected from the roof and filtered for safety.  We have restrictors on taps to reduce waste without impacting on guest comfort.  Our garden is planted with native & hardy plants to reduce water needs in summer.

We buy locally and seasonally when possible and use organic produce when available.

We are passionate about water conservation and invite guest to help by offering a towel and linen change policy, and encourage conservative water use practices.

Promote the protection and care of NZ’s Fairy Tern (Tara iti) which nests at Mangawhai and is New Zealand’s most endangered bird with less than 40 remaining.  

Initiates We Take

• We limit use of disposable sundries without reducing guest comfort.
• Use environmentally friendly cleaners.
• Use energy efficient light bulbs and appliances.
• Recycle plastics/cans/paper/ bottles etc.
• Buy locally, and seasonally when possible.
• Renovate, using eco paints, add insulation, remove inefficient heating sources.
• Support community and regional initiatives.