The Peninsula Istanbul Earns High Marks for Sustainability with “Excellent”-Level BREEAM Certification

The Peninsula Istanbul is thrilled to announce that it is the first and only hotel in Turkey to receive certification from BREEAM (the Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method). The hotel was awarded the certificate at the “Excellent” level as an indicator of its outstanding efforts in the field of sustainability.

 
BREEAM is a global green-building certification system, which assesses the environmental performance and sustainability of construction projects and finished buildings. By earning the top level of BREEAM certification, The Peninsula Istanbul has demonstrated that its design, assembly, and performance all meet the highest standards of environmental responsibility. To merit its certification rating of “Excellent,” the hotel had to achieve exemplary scores in all ten of BREEAM’s key assessment criteria: energy, health and well-being, design innovation, land use, materials, management, pollution, transport, waste, and water.
 
“We are delighted to have received the BREEAM certificate at the completion of The Peninsula Istanbul’s first year," said Jonathan Crook, the hotel's Managing Director. "This recognition confirms that an ethos of environmental responsibility and sustainability inform every aspect of our operation – and we look forward to continuing that commitment moving forward.”

Among the features that helped The Peninsula Istanbul attain its certification are its rooftop Herb Garden, where vegetables, fruits, and herbs are cultivated in partnership with a local urban farming collective. As well as providing ingredients for the property’s culinary team, the expansive gardens offer hotel guests the opportunity to learn about rooftop agriculture. They also provide a verdant gathering space for special events and cocktail soirées.   

The Peninsula Istanbul is also in the process of implementing many other environmentally-minded measures and practices – including those to further increase the hotel's energy efficiency, improve its waste management, and optimise its water usage. Through these measures, as well as by building meaningful relationships with local members of its community, The Peninsula Istanbul aims to set a new bar for sustainable hospitality in its home city.


About The Peninsula Istanbul

Set along the Bosphorus among beautifully landscaped gardens within the new development of Galataport, The Peninsula Istanbul occupies a quartet of graceful waterfront buildings in the historic district of Karaköy, near iconic city landmarks like Galata Tower, The Hagia Sophia, and The Blue Mosque. Many of the hotel's 177 guest rooms and suites offer sweeping Bosphorus views from floor-to-ceiling windows, balconies, and private terraces. Distinctive amenities include an exquisite Turk-Asian restaurant, GALLADA, helmed by award-winning chef Fatih Tutak; an opulent Ballroom and grand open-air terraces; and the sumptuous The Peninsula Spa and Wellness Centre, featuring traditional Turkish hammams, an indoor pool surrounded by Marmara columns, as well as an expansive outdoor pool and private boat dock.

About The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited (HSH)

Incorporated in 1866 and listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong (00045), HSH is the holding company of a Group which is engaged in the ownership, development and management of prestigious hotel, commercial and residential properties in key locations in Asia, the United States and Europe, as well as the provision of tourism and leisure, club management and other services. The Peninsula Hotels portfolio comprises The Peninsula Hong Kong, The Peninsula Shanghai, The Peninsula Beijing, The Peninsula Tokyo, The Peninsula New York, The Peninsula Chicago, The Peninsula Beverly Hills, The Peninsula London, The Peninsula Paris, The Peninsula Istanbul, The Peninsula Bangkok and The Peninsula Manila. The property portfolio of the Group includes The Repulse Bay Complex, The Peak Tower and St. John’s Building in Hong Kong; The Landmark in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam; and 21 avenue Kléber in Paris, France. The clubs and services portfolio of the Group includes The Peak Tram in Hong Kong; Quail Lodge & Golf Club in Carmel, California; Peninsula Clubs and Consultancy Services, Peninsula Merchandising, and Tai Pan Laundry in Hong Kong. 

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