Our commitment to sustainable tourism and environmental conservation
Villa Olivia Clara is committed to set science-based emissions reduction targets across all scopes, in line with the 1.5°C emissions scenarios and set a long-term science-based target to reach net-zero scope 1 & 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by no later than 2030. We will strive to achieve net-zero in scope 3 emissions by no later than 2050, in line with the criteria and recommendations of the Science Based Targets initiative.
Scope 1/2 (direct & indirect emissions):
We consume electricity from the Sifnos independent power network that has the following energy mix (for the year 2021): ~85% conventional fossil fuel generators and ~15% renewable energy (mostly solar panels). Our main consumption of energy is for cooling, water heating, standard household appliances, and water treatment for the pool.
We consume annually heating oil for heating and water heating purposes during winter.
We consume diesel gasoline for transportation of goods and provision of services to/from Villa Olivia Clara (e.g., cleaning, check-in/check-out).
~8.6 metric tons of CO2 annually
We estimate Villa Olivia Clara's carbon footprint
We are offsetting all our emissions. Since 2021, we have been investing in offsetting our scope 1 & 2 carbon footprint. All offset projects in our portfolio are verified to the Verified Carbon Standard (VCS). Our projects are selected predominantly within developing countries, where they assist carbon emission reduction as well as bringing local community benefits.
Verified Carbon Standard (VCS)
All electricity consumed is sourced from renewable energy sources. We hold a Guarantee of Origin produced by renewable energy sources for the amount of energy that we consume (certificate #DSX1000008 of PPC at DAPEEP S.A.). This means that the equivalent amount of energy consumed has been generated and preserved from renewable energy sources.
GreenPass Certificate
We contribute 0.5% of our revenue to fund carbon removal technologies. Through Stripe, we contribute 0.5% of our revenue to help scale emerging carbon removal technologies.
Stripe Climate Program
We manage waste generation and disposal. In addition, we are reducing the use of single-use plastics, including replacing tiny single-use toiletry bottles of shampoo, conditioner and bath gel in guestroom showers with larger pump-topped bottles.
We are actively encouraging our guests to contribute to our carbon footprint reduction efforts by managing the use of cooling (air conditioning), reusing towels, and closing doors and windows for better insulation of the house.
Experience a truly sustainable vacation at Villa Olivia Clara. Together, we can make a positive impact on our planet while enjoying the beauty of Sifnos.