On the pristine white sands of Eagle Beach, one of the world’s most beautiful shorelines, Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort has achieved what few resorts anywhere in the world have: full CarbonNeutral® certification. As of August 28, 2019, Bucuti & Tara officially became the Caribbean’s first carbon-neutral hotel, a global benchmark in environmentally responsible hospitality.
This adults-only, luxury eco-resort—long celebrated for its red-carpet service, breathtaking location, and peaceful ambiance—now adds climate neutrality to its list of world-class credentials.
🌍 Why Carbon Neutrality Matters
CO₂ emissions are a leading contributor to climate change, a crisis that threatens ecosystems, economies, and communities globally. Bucuti & Tara’s carbon-neutral status means it has successfully reduced its greenhouse gas emissions to net zero, using a combination of internal reductions and locally sourced carbon offsets.
Unlike many businesses that rely heavily on carbon credits alone, Bucuti prioritized internal changes, becoming a true pioneer in sustainable luxury.
♻️ Sustainability in Action: What Bucuti Has Done
Here are just some of the resort’s major environmental actions:
-
🌞 Installed solar panels for energy and water heating
-
💡 Switched to LED lighting and EnergyStar-rated appliances
-
💧 Fitted low-flow fixtures to cut water usage by 60%
-
🍃 Diverted 62% of waste from landfills
-
🥗 Reduced food waste by 30% and donated leftovers as animal feed
-
📉 Lowest per-room electricity use of any hotel in Aruba (per Deloitte study)
-
🌊 Recycles greywater for garden use
-
🧴 Replaced plastic toiletries with Aruba Aloe dispensers
-
🛍️ Switched to sustainable marketing materials and recycled paper
Bucuti’s green journey goes far beyond energy and water. The resort also supports:
-
Animal Rights Aruba, The Donkey Sanctuary, and Turtugaruba
-
STIMAMI STERILISAMI, a pet sterilization and microchipping campaign
-
WWF Food Waste Programs and other island-wide conservation efforts
👥 A Vision Driven by People
Ewald Biemans, Bucuti’s visionary CEO and lifelong environmentalist, built sustainability into the resort’s foundation from day one in 1987. Today, his leadership continues to inspire both staff and other hotels in Aruba and across the Caribbean.
Equally inspiring is Nathaly Stanley, Bucuti’s Sustainability Manager and recipient of AHATA’s 2018 Sustainability Champion Award. From calculating emissions to educating staff and guests, Nathaly ensures the resort remains at the forefront of green hospitality.
🏆 Global Recognition
Bucuti’s achievements have not gone unnoticed:
-
Green Globe Certified for over 20 consecutive years
-
Perfect Green Globe score (2020)
-
United Nations “Climate Neutral Now” Award
-
Conde Nast Traveler’s Top 40 Caribbean Hotels
-
WTTC “Tourism for Tomorrow Climate Action Award”, presented in Seville during a summit headlined by former US President Barack Obama
🙌 Eco-Luxury Without Sacrifice
Guests don’t compromise comfort to support the environment. Bucuti’s sustainable practices are seamlessly integrated into the guest experience:
-
Pre-set A/C at comfortable levels
-
Reusable water bottles & refill stations
-
Optional green-stay programs
-
Digitized menus and guest guides
Guests often say they chose Bucuti because of its environmental mission, proving that luxury and responsibility can—and should—go hand in hand.
🌎 Leading by Example
Bucuti freely shares its knowledge and encourages other Aruban resorts to follow suit. Their approach is simple but powerful: what benefits the environment benefits everyone—from wildlife to workers to guests.
💬 Final Words from Nathaly Stanley
“You don’t have to be a scientist or a celebrity to make an impact. If you care, speak up. Small changes inspire big movements.”
🌟 A Beacon of Hope in Caribbean Tourism
In a time of global environmental crisis, Bucuti & Tara is a shining example of what’s possible when hospitality meets sustainability. It proves that eco-tourism isn’t a trend—it’s the future of travel.
Thank you, Bucuti & Tara, for showing the world the way forward. 🌴💚
Photo credits : https://www.visitaruba.com/blog/where-to-stay/a-historic-eco-friendly-victory-for-bucuti-tara-aruba-beach-resort/
