Sustainability

WINDSOR SUSTAINABLE TOURISM POLICY

As Windsor, we are aware of the environmental, social, and cultural impacts of tourism activities. We recognize the responsibility that sustainable tourism carries in terms of protecting natural resources, preserving cultural heritage, and enhancing the well-being of local communities.

In this regard, we continue our efforts with a continuous improvement approach to reduce environmental impacts arising from our activities, respect human rights, ensure efficient use of energy and water resources, manage waste effectively, and reduce our carbon footprint. At the same time, we aim to support the protection of cultural and social heritage and to pass on the unique values of the destinations in which we operate to future generations.

Windsor considers strengthening cooperation with local communities and local producers, and contributing economically and socially to regional development, as fundamental elements of sustainable tourism. While encouraging ethical, fair, and environmentally friendly practices throughout our supply chain, we also attach great importance to increasing sustainability awareness among our employees, guests, and business partners.

In line with our corporate values, we aim to effectively manage sustainability risks and ensure sustainable growth through long-term strategies. Within the framework of transparency and accountability principles, we commit to regularly informing our stakeholders about our activities and impacts.

In this context, we place great importance on ensuring access for all stakeholders through the sustainability reports we plan to publish annually and on receiving their opinions, suggestions, and contributions throughout our sustainability journey. As Windsor, we will continue to create value for today and the future through a responsible and sustainable tourism approach.

SUSTAINABLE PROCUREMENT POLICY

In line with our sustainable supply approach, we expect our suppliers and business partners to:

• Have Quality Assurance Management Systems, Environmental and Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems, and internationally recognized environmental and sustainability ethics and/or certifications,
• Ensure that their production and supply processes do not cause harmful environmental impacts and comply with environmental legislation,
• Use and consume resources responsibly without harming nature or ecosystems and comply with hunting bans,
• Make efforts to minimize waste and manage it properly, and offer reduced packaging or bulk packaging alternatives,
• Provide environmentally friendly, resource-efficient, local, ethically produced alternatives that use recyclable or recycled materials, and that are organic, bio, vegan, cruelty-free, and free from harmful chemical components,
• Prefer domestic and local production and service providers,
• Offer products and services that reflect and promote the cuisine, traditions, and culture of our country and region.We communicate this perspective to our stakeholder suppliers. We strive to create efficient procurement opportunities together with our suppliers and aim to reduce the environmental impacts arising from procurement processes.

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AND WASTE MANAGEMENT POLICY

At our facility, we protect the environment, prevent pollution, and place importance on reducing our negative environmental impacts. 

• We comply with legal regulations and strive to minimize our environmental footprint. 
•  We take care to separate our waste effectively at the source according to type and hazard classification.
• We are aware that using hazardous substances and chemicals only when necessary and in required quantities reduces both environmental impacts and waste generation.
• By preferring materials labeled as “recyclable” and “environmentally friendly” in our procurement, we contribute to the protection of nature and seek opportunities for reuse.
• We aim to use single-use materials such as paper, napkins, toilet paper, and packaging only as needed to leave less waste in nature.
• We store waste correctly in designated areas according to its characteristics and deliver it to licensed and authorized companies within legal storage time limits while maintaining proper records.
• We strive to use water, energy, and all natural resources efficiently and share this awareness with our employees, guests, and suppliers.
• We measure our environmental management performance, monitor it against targets, and work to improve it continuously.
• We aim to train our employees on environmental issues and increase their awareness and sensitivity.

CHILD RIGHTS POLICY

Children are entrusted to us as the future. Recognizing them as individuals, respecting their rights, and protecting them against all forms of psychological, physical, commercial, or other exploitation is our primary responsibility.

To ensure this :

• Do not allow child labor within our organization and expect the same sensitivity from all our business partners,
• Provide environments and opportunities within our facilities that contribute to children’s development and allow them to freely express their thoughts, wishes, and emotions,
• Provide training to our employees on the prevention and recognition of child abuse,
• Ensure that children participating in activities are always under adult supervision,
• Organize training sessions and support relevant projects to raise awareness on the protection of children’s rights,
• Inform hotel management immediately when witnessing suspicious actions involving children and seek assistance from official authorities when necessary.

WOMEN’S RIGHTS AND GENDER EQUALITY POLICY

We attach great importance to gender equality within our organization. 

• We ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all employees without gender discrimination.
• We support women’s participation in the workforce across all departments and provide equal opportunities.
• We act in accordance with the principle of “equal pay for equal work” without gender discrimination.
• We assign duties based on the principle of equality.
• We create an environment that ensures equal access to career opportunities.
• We establish training policies and support women’s participation and increased awareness.
• We promote work environments and practices that maintain work–life balance.
• We support women’s participation in company management and provide equal opportunities.
• We do not tolerate any form of abuse, harassment, discrimination, oppression, coercion, or defamation against women. We are always aware of the value they add to our organization and the world, and we actively support their presence.

ENERGY EFFICIENCY POLICY

In order to protect our planet from potential risks, we use energy efficiently and set targets to reduce our energy consumption. 

For this purpose:

• Follow national and international standards, laws, and regulations to fulfill both our environmental responsibilities and legal obligations, and voluntarily carry out efforts to reduce energy use and continuously improve our energy consumption performance while monitoring the results of these efforts,
• Set targets and include energy efficiency topics in our training programs to ensure employee participation,
• Attach importance to cooperating with all stakeholders to create common goals and outcomes in energy management, striving to achieve a collective level of awareness together with our guests, employees, visitors, and business partners,
• Seek, purchase, and use energy-efficient products, equipment, machinery, and technology alternatives,
• Aim to document, expand across all departments, update when necessary, review, and continuously improve our Energy Management System,
• Evaluate energy-related risks or potential emergencies such as energy constraints and plan preventive measures accordingly.