Naéco is committed to responsible practices on a daily basis, and we explain how.
Corporate social responsibility, also known as Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is the contribution made by companies in 3 specific areas: sustainable development, social responsibility and the economy.
At Naéco Hostels, we have put in place a number of “best practices” to contribute to this movement.
CSR at Naéco Hostels
To contribute to sustainable development objectives, it is no longer a question of reducing our negative impact on the environment, as is still the case in a corporate social responsibility approach, but of seeing how our activity can make a positive contribution to the sustainability of our planet.
In a CSR approach, we seek to have a positive impact on society, to respect the environment, while at the same time being economically viable! It's a balance we're building internally with our teams, but also with our various partners and local players.
At Naéco Hostels, we have made a commitment, through our association Naéco#Responsables and by creating our own eco-socio-responsible charter which aims to promote sustainable tourism, Our aim is to help you reduce the ecological footprint of your stay and take concrete action to preserve our beautiful Breton territory.
From a societal point of view, Naéco is continually improving, with a number of offers such as a special fare for travelers who walk or cycle.
A green holiday in Southern Brittany
Naéco is an anagram of’ocean»but also the contraction of«nature»and «eco-friendly»a strong value in the’Brand DNA. It is in this responsible approach that we want to control our environmental, social and economic impact on a daily basis. We invite you to discover some of the actions that are particularly close to our hearts.
Reducing our carbon footprint
At Naéco Hostels, we have focused our actions on three main areas: water, energy and waste.
Every week, we measure our water and electricity consumption and present it to you in the reception area of our establishments, in order to be as transparent as possible with you. We do not wash bath sheets on a daily basis, but only at your request. And we have installed a rainwater recovery system for rational watering.
As part of a’circular economy, we use as much as possible materials from second hand. Our wooden trays, to be found on our eshop, are made from wood scraps from dormitories. We use reconditioned computer equipment. Much of our furniture is second-hand (tables, chairs, etc.). Our terrace/yoga area in Audierne is made from the wood of old mobile home decks, and we have many other examples!
In order to reducing our waste, For example, we've done away with pre-packaged individual portions at breakfast, and we do the same with our soap, which we cut up ourselves, to provide you with a piece that doesn't come in any extra packaging. And of course, all waste is sorted and composted, and we recover hazardous waste (batteries, light bulbs) and recycle it.
For save energy, we only use light bulbs low consumption, A or B appliances, as well as motion detectors in common areas, so you can use light only when you need it.
Our actions and yours
Our teams do their best to promote the sustainable tourism and for limit ecological impact of your stay, we invite you to play a full part in our environmental protection.
And so, in December 2020, our first Ethical Advent Calendar in which we share our tips and advice with you. eco-responsible actions to apply and adopt during your stay and in your daily life. We also make a point of sharing our ecological awareness with you through our various blog posts.
We also regularly organize and participate in beach clean-ups around our facilities in Southern Brittany. In addition, we prioritize ways to soft transport, that's why we're proposing a special offer for walkers and cyclists who visit our locations in Brittany throughout the year.
Promoting local craftsmen and producers
In partnership with producers and local artisans, we want to highlight Breton craftsmanship.
For breakfast, and also for purchase, we offer Naéco honey Produced by a small local beekeeper. His hives are set up in Naéco Erdeven's garden, and the honey is harvested twice a year.
When we sell this honey, 100% of the profits from the sale of our products are donated to the’association Naéco1TP5Responsables and thus help us plan our future conservation efforts for ecology and the environment. Just like sales of Naéco merchandise: beach/pocket ashtrays, eco-cups, and bamboo water bottles.
Within our facilities, we also work with local producers for our light meal menu and our bar. You can find a selection of local products available year-round, all made just a stone's throw from your accommodations.
Supporting the local economy is one of Naéco Hostels’ commitments. During your stay, please feel free to talk to us—we’d be delighted to recommend various dining options or cultural activities unique to Southern Finistère or Morbihan.
Support Naéco Hostels in its CSR approach
During your stay, we are attentive and open to dialogue concerning our CSR approach And we’re listening to your feedback and ideas! As the saying goes, “Alone we go faster, together we go further”—that’s why we’re offering useful and eco-friendly Naéco merchandise (beach ashtrays, eco-cups, bamboo water bottles) for sale. All proceeds are donated to the Naéco#Responsables association and are used to organize initiatives such as beach cleanups.
Find our hostels...
For an upcoming green holidays in Southern Brittany, check out our hostels in southern Brittany, in Erdeven, Clohars-Carnoët, and Audierne. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to discover our latest offerings and learn more about our locations!
