In a region where every drop counts, Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts Maldives is making waves for its strong commitment to sustainable water management across its island properties. In celebration of World Water Day, the resort group has reaffirmed its role as a responsible steward of one of the Maldives’ most vital natural resources: fresh water. With a strong focus on environmental responsibility and long-term preservation, Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts continues to implement innovative measures to reduce its ecological footprint while maintaining the exceptional standards expected by its international guests.
Operating in the heart of the Indian Ocean, where freshwater resources are limited, the resort group relies entirely on seawater desalination to meet its operational water needs. Using state-of-the-art reverse osmosis (RO) technology, the seawater is treated to produce clean, potable water. Each plant is capable of generating up to two million litres of fresh water per day, serving not just guest villas and restaurants, but also staff quarters, kitchen operations, and landscaped gardens. On larger islands, multiple RO units work simultaneously to meet the daily demand, highlighting the scale and efficiency of the infrastructure in place.
Despite being a reliable solution, desalination carries environmental challenges, especially in terms of energy usage and managing the resulting brine. To address this, Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts Maldives has introduced high-efficiency pumps and filtration systems that significantly reduce energy consumption. Regular system checks and upgrades ensure the plants remain both effective and environmentally responsible.
Conservation is equally central to the resort group’s water strategy. Each property has embedded water-saving features such as flow restrictors, sensor-activated taps, and water-efficient showerheads in guest rooms. These small but effective changes help reduce daily consumption without compromising guest comfort. Regular inspections across villas and staff areas help quickly identify and repair leaks, further minimizing waste.
Notably, properties like Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives and Ellaidhoo Maldives by Cinnamon have embraced full-scale water recycling. All treated wastewater is repurposed for irrigation and organic farming on the islands, allowing the resorts to reduce reliance on desalinated water for non-potable needs. Greywater from staff areas, guest bathrooms, and kitchens is similarly reused to maintain lush gardens and farming areas, reinforcing a closed-loop sustainability model.
Empowering both staff and guests is another key focus. Through ongoing training sessions, resort teams are equipped with knowledge and techniques to optimize water use in daily operations, from housekeeping to kitchen management. Guests are gently encouraged to participate in these efforts with simple practices like reusing towels and minimizing unnecessary linen changes, creating a shared sense of responsibility.
Looking ahead, Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts Maldives is expanding its sustainability goals to include improved rainwater harvesting and enhanced monitoring of sewage treatment facilities. These initiatives form part of a broader environmental strategy that also includes marine conservation programs and the integration of renewable energy sources.
As the Maldives continues to attract visitors from across the globe, Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts Maldives stands out not only for its hospitality but also for its environmental leadership. By protecting the natural resources that define this island paradise, the resort group ensures that future generations of travellers will continue to enjoy the Maldives’ breathtaking beauty, sustainably and responsibly.
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