{"id":23676,"date":"2026-03-20T10:59:31","date_gmt":"2026-03-20T09:59:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/albergueesplaibarcelona.com\/blog-en\/hostel-news\/center-esplai-reaffirms-its-commitment-to-sustainability\/"},"modified":"2026-03-20T10:59:31","modified_gmt":"2026-03-20T09:59:31","slug":"center-esplai-reaffirms-its-commitment-to-sustainability","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/albergueesplaibarcelona.com\/en\/blog-en\/hostel-news\/center-esplai-reaffirms-its-commitment-to-sustainability\/","title":{"rendered":"Center Esplai reaffirms its commitment to sustainability"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The Centre Esplai hostel has renewed for another year the distinction of the Commitment to Tourism Sustainability Program<\/strong> and the Baix Llobregat Tourist Information Point (PIT) seal<\/strong>, in an event held in Gav\u00e0 on March 12.<\/p>\n

This double recognition reaffirms our commitment to a responsible, sustainable tourism model aligned with the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations<\/strong>, as promoted by the Biosphere program managed by the Baix Llobregat Tourism Consortium.<\/p>\n

These accreditations highlight the work we do every day as an eco-lodge near Barcelona<\/strong>, \u200b\u200bmaking us a benchmark that is respectful of the planet and people in the region.<\/p>\n

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An eco-lodge committed to sustainability<\/h3>\n

At Centre Esplai, sustainability is part of our DNA. We have Biosphere<\/a> and EMAS<\/a> certification<\/strong>, with a building designed to reduce environmental impact<\/strong> and integrate measures such as energy saving, water reuse or solar energy production. <\/p>\n

In addition, we promote actions such as recycling, sustainable mobility or responsible catering, to offer an experience consistent with more conscious and environmentally friendly tourism<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Did you know that we also have a Mediterranean garden<\/strong> that follows criteria of respect for the environment? A beautiful green oasis that has a river inspired by the local ecosystem of the Llobregat Delta, green spaces to rest under the shade of trees and lawns that are watered with reclaimed rainwater. <\/p>\n

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What is Biosphere certification?<\/h3>\n

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The Biosphere certification is an international seal<\/strong> managed by the Institute for Responsible Tourism (ITR) and implemented in Catalonia through the Barcelona Provincial Council, the Chamber of Commerce and regional tourism consortia, such as the Baix Llobregat Tourism Consortium.<\/p>\n

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This certification recognizes companies, entities, services and tourist destinations that:<\/p>\n