Environment & Sustainability

Responsible Tourism

Spa Hotel Rauhalahti has been awarded the Green Key eco-label and the Sustainable Travel Finland (STF) label, demonstrating our commitment to sustainable tourism and environmental responsibility.

Responsible Operations

Spa Hotel Rauhalahti’s sustainability plan is updated at least every three years. It outlines our commitment to making sustainable tourism an essential part of our business, with our staff dedicated to continuous improvement. We set new goals annually and work according to our values:

Economic sustainability and social responsibility
Socio-cultural sustainability
Ecological sustainability

We comply with international, national, and local legislation and respect the rights of local communities. Energy efficiency is always taken into account in our operations, from procurement and logistics to the introduction of new technology, renewable energy, and staff training.

Certifications and Commitments

Green Key eco-label since 2021 (latest re-certification 13 June 2025)

Sustainable Travel Finland label since 2023 (valid until 31 August 2026)

Energy Efficiency Agreement 2017–2025 (target: 571 MWh savings)

Learn more about the Sustainable Travel Finland programme

Energy Renovation and Results

In March 2021, Spa Hotel Rauhalahti carried out an energy renovation in cooperation with LeaseGreen. The new technology reduces energy consumption, lowers the carbon footprint, cuts costs, and improves building conditions.

Results from 4/2021–1/2025:
-CO₂ emissions reduced by 492,440 kg

What does this mean in practice?

– Equivalent to 3.5 million km driven by a petrol car
– Equal to the annual production of 4,749 solar panels
– Comparable to 4,064 return flights to Stockholm
– The same as 19,692 return ferry trips to Tallinn
– Equal to the yearly emissions of 112 detached houses