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This award recognizes innovative actions in the field of sustainable development that have contributed to ecological sustainability for the community, local populations, employees, and/or tourist sites as well as natural resources in the hospitality industry. The winning action or program will have demonstrated a commitment to environmental sustainability through innovative initiatives, effective management practices, and measurable impact on reducing the establishment ecological footprint. This award recognizes programs or actions that have made significant contributions towards a more sustainable future.
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Chamboa Farm is SHIADUhotels’ organic farm and circular-sourcing project in Alentejo, bridging hospitality and responsible agriculture.
Spanning 41 acres with 800 olive trees, 3,000 fruit trees, and 500 chickens, the farm supplies the group’s Lisbon hotels with organic eggs, vegetables, and olive oil for its signature breakfasts. Powered 75 percent by solar energy, Chamboa applies permaculture and supports refugee integration in partnership with local NGOs. Funded partly by the EU’s PDR 2020 program, it produces over 11 tons of organic harvest annually.
More than a supply source, Chamboa is a living model of circular hospitality rooted in community, ecology, and shared value.
The Hospitality Awards celebrate innovation and excellence and highlight the most creative initiatives in a sector that is constantly and rapidly changing hospitality.