BOSCHENDAL EARNS GREEN KEY ACCREDITATION

Boschendal in the Cape has achieved the Green Key certification for its accommodation offering, becoming the first wine estate in the world to hold this status. Managed by the Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa (WESSA), this certification is one of the most respected global eco-labels in the tourism industry. It requires rigorous compliance and is awarded to establishments that demonstrate excellence in environmental management, resource efficiency, ethical practices and community engagement.

Boschendal’s sustainability practices include integrating renewable energy sources into its operations through an expanding solar infrastructure, and has introduced a 2% conservation levy on all accommodation stays. This contribution directly supports the care and protection of the estate’s natural landscape – funding biodiversity, regenerative farming, conservation of indigenous flora and fauna, and improvements in water and energy efficiency to help ensure the long-term resilience of the land.

The Green Key certification reflects Boschendal’s strong alignment with global best practices in sustainable tourism. Beyond certification, its farming programme shows its deeper commitment to ecological renewal.

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