Joining over 30 pioneering Minor Hotels properties, Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort and Anantara Kalutara Resort are proud to announce that both resorts have achieved Platinum Certification under the Green Growth 2050 Global Standard, the highest tier of recognition for sustainability in the hospitality industry.
Awarded only to businesses achieving a score of 90% or higher across more than 400 indicators, Platinum Certification reflects each resort’s enduring commitment to environmental stewardship, socio-economic progress, and cultural preservation. These accolades mark significant milestones in the ongoing mission to ensure that Anantara’s signature luxury hospitality continues to flourish in harmony with nature for generations to come.
Launched in 2015, Green Growth 2050 is a globally recognised benchmarking system that holds businesses accountable for their corporate social responsibility (CSR) and sustainability practices, with a strong focus on the tourism and hospitality sector. It assesses performance across areas such as community engagement, energy efficiency, biodiversity, and waste reduction, encouraging meaningful, measurable change. Certificates are ranked Silver for 65% and above, Gold for 80% and above, and Platinum for those achieving the exceptional 90% threshold.
Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle: Re-Certified Platinum
At Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort, re-certified with an impressive compliance score of 91.64%, the Platinum accolade celebrates an extensive portfolio of impactful sustainability initiatives. These include energy efficiency improvements, water conservation measures, and consistent adherence to the 3R concept, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.
The resort has introduced a digital food waste monitoring system, prioritised biodiversity and landscaping, integrated electric vehicles for internal transport, and strengthened waste management processes. Additionally, the property continues to preserve its on-site mangrove patch, a vital ecosystem that enhances coastal resilience and nurtures native flora and fauna. Tangalle’s achievements are further reinforced by its compliance with ISO 14001 (2015) for Environmental Management Systems, underscoring its commitment to structured, measurable progress in sustainable hospitality.
Anantara Kalutara: Advancing from Gold to Platinum Through Holistic Sustainability
Having progressed from Gold to Platinum, Anantara Kalutara Resort has demonstrated outstanding improvement across all areas of sustainability. A comprehensive sustainability management plan now guides resort operations, ensuring full staff engagement and accountability.
The resort earned ISO 22000 and HACCP food safety certifications, introduced food allergy policies, and strengthened its commitment to local, fresh, and seasonal produce. Waste reduction initiatives led by the Green Team included the adoption of wooden key cards, a new wastewater system, and the elimination of single-use plastics through glass water bottles and refill stations.
Energy efficiency was enhanced with heat pump installations, full LED implementation, and motion sensor lighting, while community engagement projects such as beekeeping, organic gardening, and a wildlife pond further contributed to environmental enrichment and local collaboration.
Together, these actions, aligned with ISO 14001 standards, have positioned Anantara Kalutara as a benchmark for responsible luxury and sustainable innovation within Sri Lanka’s hospitality landscape.
“We are honoured to see both Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle and Anantara Kalutara reach the highest level of recognition from Green Growth 2050,” says Christoph Dueker, General Manager for Anantara Kalutara resort. “This achievement reflects our teams’ shared dedication to creating meaningful impact, guided by the belief that true luxury coexists with responsibility. Our commitment extends beyond certification; it is a continuous journey of innovation, education, and stewardship.”
At both resorts, the Platinum Certification is not merely a destination but a renewed commitment to sustainability. Guided by Minor Hotels’ Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle and Anantara Kalutara remain steadfast in advancing responsible luxury, protecting natural heritage, uplifting communities, and shaping a more sustainable future for all.
