Scout On Sustainability

Scout Real Estate Capital is a committed hospitality industry leader and public educator on sustainability. We provide our guests with unique, high quality experiences, while celebrating the local character of the communities we operate in and minimizing the impact on the environment.   For each resort location, Scout has developed a comprehensive sustainability plan which encompasses environmental, economic and social strategies. 

To read the National Geographic Adventure article featuring CEO Alan Worden as a Sustainable Island All-Star click here

Environmental Sustainability
In each location, Scout commits to protect the environment by reducing our consumption and impact on natural resources. 

Conserve Energy & Water
§ Implement sustainable building techniques and renewable energy strategies to reduce energy needs and carbon emissions
§ Use energy-efficient appliances
§ Install low-flow plumbing fixtures, efficient irrigation systems, rainwater harvesting systems and wastewater treatment systems
§ Establish eco-friendly housekeeping policies
§ Take action to become carbon neutral on all properties
 
Build Quality Resorts
§ Set a goal of  LEED Gold standards for new construction
§ Provide healthy resort environments that are well designed to serve the needs of guests and employees
 
Reduce Waste
§ Implement resort-wide recycling, reuse and waste reduction strategies to minimize landfill waste
 
Green Our Partnerships
§ Aim to source all products from companies with socially responsible business practices
§ Work creatively with suppliers to provide guests with eco-sensitive products


Economic Sustainability
Scout’s sustainability efforts reach beyond environmental protection and include business practices that promote economic sustainability. Companies and communities must be economically sustainable in order to continue promoting environmental and social endeavors.
 
Fair and Family-Friendly Employment Practices
§ Favorable employment practices and fair living wages are key to attracting a diverse and talented work force
 
Affordable Employee Housing
§ Scout provides  affordable housing for employees at every project the company completes
 
Buying Pool for Employees
§ Scout will leverage the hotel’s buying power to pass on cost savings to employees
 
Education and Training for Local Businesses
§ Each project will establish a local business incubation center to train and grow local vendors


Social Sustainability
Social sustainability is essential to preserving the culture and natural heritage of a community. Scout recognizes its responsibility to respond to and reinvest in the communities where we operate.

Preserve and Enhance the Sense of Place
§ Design properties that respond to the native environment and reflect local architecture
§ Support community arts and crafts and connect guests to local experiences through programming
 
          Buy Local
§ Provide local products where economically feasible in Scout’s operations
§ Feature signature dishes in our restaurants that incorporate locally grown ingredients
                       
Reinvest in the Community
§ Invest in the local communities through charitable giving, donated products and volunteerism
 
Raise Environmental Awareness to Help Preserve Local Resources
§ Provide education centers to share our sustainability efforts with guests, staff and community members
§ Develop innovative, on-site solutions that promote sustainability and effect positive environmental change


Scout will regularly review operational practices and report on performance metrics to ensure we are achieving our sustainability goals.  

To view a short video on Scout's sustainable project on Nantucket click here

To view Scout Capital's exciting new sustainability newsletter click here
 
 

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