Turkey Environmental and Cultural Sustainability Program · Stage 2
Sustainability
At Seshane sustainability is not an attitude but a documented, measured practice. We track energy, water and waste figures every year and buy locally.
Our Certificates
Turkey Environmental and Cultural Sustainability Program
Stage 2, verified against GSTC criteria. The program assesses the environmental and social performance of accommodation properties through independent audit.
Zero Waste Certificate
A Zero Waste Management System is in place. Plastic, glass, metal, paper and non-recyclable waste are collected separately, and organic waste is composted.
What We Measure
| Indicator | 2023 | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electricity use (kWh) | 16,00 | 12,08 | 25% lower |
| Water use (m³) | 0,43 | 0,10 | 77% lower |
| Waste (g) | 0,37 | 0,36 | on target |
| Local purchasing | %100 | %100 | maintained |
Corporate guests can request these figures for their own event to use in their sustainability reporting.
What We Do
Energy
LED lighting throughout the property. All appliances are A+ energy class.
Water
Low-flow shower heads and water-saving practices. Use is measured per person and tracked yearly.
Waste
Waste is separated under the zero waste system, and organic waste is composted and used in the garden.
Sourcing
We buy from the region and directly from producers wherever we can. Produce grown in the garden is used in the kitchen.
Our Policies
Our written policies are published in our sustainability report. You can request them for your supplier assessment process.
Sustainability
Managing energy and natural resources efficiently, reducing the environmental impact of materials, protecting natural and cultural heritage, and supporting regional development.
Purchasing
Preferring suppliers that reduce their environmental footprint, provide a safe workplace and meet standards such as ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.
Environment and Waste Management
Weighing environmental criteria in investment decisions, choosing the material with the least impact, and making environmental awareness part of the company culture.
Energy Efficiency
Using energy-efficient technology and products, increasing recycling, and reviewing targets at regular intervals.
Women's Rights and Gender Equality
Running the business with gender equality in mind, standing against discrimination of any kind, and keeping our work accessible to all women, including women with disabilities.
Children's Rights
No child labor on the property, the same expectation of our partners, and supervision for any activity involving children.
Staff and Working Life
About eighty percent of our staff are women. The team has completed training in sustainable tourism, waste management, sustainability policy, first aid and hygiene.
In purchasing we prefer companies that employ a high proportion of women, and we favor local employment.
Guest Feedback
The rooms have feedback forms about our sustainability practices, and the results are recorded regularly.
Nature and Community
Biodiversity
We choose practices that do not disturb biodiversity on and around the property and take measures against invasive species. We donate saplings regularly to the TEMA Foundation.
Animal welfare
The animals living on the property are cared for, and their vaccinations and health checks are followed regularly. Edible food waste goes to street animals.
Employment
Eighty percent of the staff are women, and in purchasing we prefer companies that employ a high proportion of women.
Cultural heritage
We donate regularly to the ÇEKÜL Foundation. Chestnuts gathered in the nearby forest by the staff and their families are served to guests.
Seshane Sofrası
A cookbook of practical recipes made with local ingredients, written to record traditional table knowledge.
Many Hearts, One Book
A social project that turns income from the book into children's wishes come true.
Meet at a Certified Sustainable Property
You can use the sustainability figures from your event in your own reporting. Send us your dates and group size and we will come back with a quote.