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Patina Maldives in Fari Islands is a new resort that is slated to open later this year. It is also committed to reducing waste in its supply chain and boosting the health of its guests, neighbours and local environmen­t by becoming the first resort in the Maldives with a 100% solar-powered kids’ club, recreation and dive centres.

The hotel is looking to tackle marine plastic pollution and implement a comprehens­ive coral propagatio­n project, helping establish the Fari Islands as a new standard- bearer for marine conservati­on in the Maldives.

Even culinary aspects are looked into such as the nose- to- tail, root- toleaf dining — which not only minimises waste, but also advocating the benefits of a plant- based diet. Roots, the signature dining experience at Patina Maldives, is the manifestat­ion of the latter. It is a conscious and conscienti­ous lifestyle and plant- based concept, created responsibl­y for curious foodies seeking a nutritiona­l food and drink experience without compromisi­ng flavour and quality, all in an environmen­t that is ethically produced.

The resort has also built an on- island organic permacultu­re garden where fresh produce will be cultivated for various department­s, reducing greenhouse gas emissions during the supply chain process. Guests are encouraged to explore and forage the variety of vegetables and herbs available within the garden at their leisure.

As part of Patina Maldives’ commitment towards reliance on renewable energy, plans are in place to expand its Swimsol solar plant to provide 50% of the resort’s energy needs. Future plans include investing in long- term blue carbon partnershi­ps and a solar- powered transporta­tion fleet.

During constructi­on of the Fari Islands, energy consumptio­n was reduced by an estimated 12% through sustainabl­e practices such as the use of prefabrica­ted materials, which significan­tly reduced waste and carbon emissions versus convention­al constructi­on methods.

The resort is aware of the global challenges that are affecting the worldwide carbon footprint. Stay here and learn more about the resort’s sustainabi­lity efforts and make conscious decisions even after you leave.

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