Environmental Action
At Reach4theAlps, we are passionate about protecting the mountains we call home and helping preserve the natural beauty of Morzine and the wider Portes du Soleil. As a local chalet company, we recognise the importance of operating responsibly in the Alps and continually look for ways to reduce our environmental impact across our properties and daily operations.
Transfers
At Reach4TheAlps, we are committed to minimising our environmental impact. One of the ways we do this is by optimising our shared airport transfers. By working closely with other transfer providers to fill empty seats, we try to reduce the number of vehicles on the road. This approach not only lowers overall fuel consumption and carbon emissions but also helps to decrease traffic congestion in the Alps. By making our transfers as efficient as possible, we support more sustainable travel options, ensuring a smaller environmental footprint for all our guests.
Toiletries
At Reach4TheAlps, we are committed to providing eco-friendly and sustainable amenities for our guests. That’s why we have carefully selected Petite Douceur to provide our toiletries. The company is based here in Morzine - we love working with local companies and Petite Douceur's products are wonderful.
Montagne Verte
We are proud to collaborate with the local non-profit organisation Montagne Verte to actively reduce our environmental impact. A key initiative we’re involved in is their innovative BioCyclette scheme, which enables us to sustainably manage organic waste from our catered chalets. Through this programme, all kitchen food waste is collected and processed to be transformed into biogas, a renewable energy source. This not only reduces the amount of waste sent to landfill but also contributes to generating clean energy, aligning our operations with our commitment to sustainability and supporting the local environment.
Composting
In addition to converting organic waste into biogas through the BioCyclette scheme, any remaining organic waste from our catered chalets will be composted. This ensures that food scraps and other biodegradable materials are returned to the earth in an eco-friendly way, creating nutrient-rich compost that can be used to support local agriculture. By composting this waste, we further reduce landfill contributions and help promote a more sustainable, circular approach to waste management, benefiting both the environment and the community.
Cleaning Products
Wherever possible, we strive to use environmentally friendly cleaning products that are biodegradable and free from harmful chemicals, ensuring a safer and healthier environment for both our guests and staff. Additionally, we prioritise the use of reusable cleaning cloths, which significantly cuts down on single-use materials and reduces waste. By adopting these sustainable practices, we aim to minimise our ecological footprint while maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness in our chalets.