Commitments

Madeira presents a land of natural and cultural diversity, prized and valued by many.

The rugged relief and slopes are the geological result of the archipelago that contributed to the formation of different types of landscape, vegetation, micro-climates and cultures. In addition to the natural wealth, the archipelago also has a vast cultural heritage reflected in the historical buildings, gastronomy, oenology, handicrafts, activities and festivities in the region.

1995

The Desertas Islands received the status of Natural Reserve

1999

The Laurissilva forest has been recognized by UNESCO as a World Natural Heritage Site

2011

The municipality of Santana has been honoured as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve

2020

Porto Santo has been classified as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve

Sustainability Goals – Horizon: 2030

Know the main goals that Madeira has set until 2030 towards a more sustainable archipelago.

By 2030, achieve a 55% share of renewable energy resources in electricity production

Action Plan for Sustainable Energy and Climate

By 2030, reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 55%

Action Plan for Sustainable Energy and Climate

Reduce fossil fuel consumption by 45% by 2030

Action Plan for Sustainable Energy and Climate

By 2030 ensure that 35% of municipal waste is reintroduced into the regional economy

Strategy for Madeira Waste

By 2030 ensure a 35% recycling rate for municipal waste

Strategy for Madeira Waste

By 2027, reduce the gender employment gap to 4 p.p.

Regional Employment Plan

Certifications, Recognitions and Awards

Entities in the tourism sector with sustainability certifications, recognitions and awards by 2023.

Travelife

  • Calheta Beach Hotel
  • Hotel The Views Oásis
  • Hotel The Views Baia
  • Hotel The Views Monumental
  • Quinta Alegre
  • Riu Madeira
  • Saccharum Resort
  • TUI BLUE Madeira Gardens Hotel
  • Galo Resort Hotel Alpino Atlântico
  • Galo Resort Hotels Sentido Galomar
  • Galo Resor Hotels Sentido Galosol
  • Hotel Quinta da Serra
  • Intertours

Biosphere

  • Madeira Adventure Kingdom
  • ASPA – São Paulo Studios
  • Adventure Madeira – Empresa Animação Turística (True Spirit)

ISO 14001

  • Hotel Four Views Baía
  • Hotel Four Views Monumental
  • Hotel Four Views Oásis
  • Hotel Orca Praia
  • Reid’s Palace

Green Key

  • Golden Residence Hotel
  • Hotel The Residence Porto Mare
  • Hotel Apartamento Terrace Mar
  • Suite Hotel Eden Mar
  • Inatel Porto Santo Hotel
  • Hotel Royal Orchid
  • Hotel Dorisol Mimosa
  • Hotel Dorisol Florasol
  • Hotel Dorisol Estrelícia
  • Hotel Dorisol Buganvília
  • Hotel Enotel Magnólia
  • Castanheiro Boutique Hotel
  • Aqua Natura Bay
  • Aqua Natura Madeira Hotel
  • Fajã of the Fathers
  • The Views Baía
  • The Views Monumental
  • The Views Oásis
  • Galo Resort Hotel Alpino Atlântico
  • Galo Resort Hotels Sentido Galomar
  • Galo Resort Hotels Sentido Galosol
  • Golden Residence Hotel
  • Hotel Alto Lido
  • Hotel ATRIO
  • Hotel Baía Azul
  • Hotel Cais da Oliveira
  • Hotel Orca Praia
  • Hotel Pestana Ocean Bay Resort
  • Hotel Porto Santa Maria
  • Hotel Praia Dourada
  • Hotel Quinta da Serra
  • Hotel Rocamar
  • Hotel Torre Praia
  • Hotel Vila Gale Santa Cruz
  • Hotel Porto Mare
  • Meliá Madeira Mare Hotel
  • Pestana Carlton Madeira Hotel

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  • Pestana Casino Park Hotel
  • Pestana Casino Studios
  • Pestana Churchill Bay Pousada & Historic Hotel
  • Pestana Colombos Premium Club All Inclusive Beach & Spa Resort
  • Pestana CR7 Funchal
  • Pestana Fisherman Village – Boutique Hotel
  • Pestana Grand Premium Ocean Resort
  • Pestana Ilha Dourada Hotel & Villas
  • Pestana Miramar Garden Resort Aparthotel
  • Pestana Palms Ocean Hotel
  • Pestana Porto Santo Premium All Inclusive Beach & Spa Resort
  • Pestana Promenade Premium Ocean and Spa Resort Hotel
  • Pestana Quinta do Arco Nature & Rose Garden Hotel
  • Pestana Royal Premium ALL Inclusive Ocean & Spa Resort
  • Pestana Village Garden Resort
  • Ponta da Calheta Restaurant
  • Porto Bay Serra Golf
  • Hotel Quinta da Casa Branca
  • AL – Quinta dos Artistas
  • Hotel Quinta Jardins do Lago
  • Sé Boutique Hotel
  • The Cliff Bay Hotel
  • Hotel Vila Baleira – Porto Santo

Recognitions

Distinguished tourist companies in the area of sustainability.
  • Hotel Sentido Galomar – National Tourism Award (Sustainable Tourism), 2022
  • Hotel Quinta da Serra – Bio Hotel – Zero Carbon Certification, 2022

Certificação de Boas Práticas na Gestão de Riscos Biológicos

This certification aims to assess compliance with the requirements of good health and safety practices defined by national and international health authorities in the management of biological risks.

List of Certified Units – SGS ICS
  • Adventure Madeira | Empresa de Animação Turística (TrueSpirit, Lda.)
  • ANA – Aeroportos de Portugal,S.A. – Aeroporto do Porto Santo
  • ANA – Aeroportos de Portugal,S.A. – Aeroporto da Madeira
  • Aqua Natura Madeira Hotel
  • Associação de Promoção da Região Autónoma da Madeira
  • BRAGADO’S – Snack- bar Restaurante
  • Casa Museu Frederico de Freitas
  • Centro Desportivo da Madeira
  • Clube de Golf do Santo da Serra
  • Complexo de Ténis do Porto Santo
  • Discovery Island | Empresa de Animação Turística
  • DTL Tours | Empresa de Animação Turística
  • Edifício Varanda do LIDO | Alojamento Local
  • Emoções & Paladares – Serviços Turísticos, Lda. | Empresa de Animação Turística (Madeira Nature Experience)
  • Estado Maior do Exército – Museu Militar da Madeira
  • Euromar Viagens e Turismo | Agência de Viagens
  • Gare Marítima da Madeira
  • Guerin | Rent a Car
  • Horários do Funchal, Transportes Públicos, S.A.
  • Hotel | Apartamento Eden Mar
  • Hotel Belmond Reid’s Palace
  • Hotel Four Views Baía
  • Hotel Four Views Monumental
  • Hotel Four Views Oásis
  • Hotel Porto Mare
  • Hotel Porto Santa Maria
  • Hotel Rural Quinta Alegre
  • Hotel- Apartamento Quinta Splendida
  • LIDO Tours | Agência de Viagens
  • Madeira Rent | Sociedade de Aluguer de Automóveis, Lda.
  • Museu Casa Colombo
  • Museu de Fotografia da Madeira
  • Museu Etnográfico da Madeira
  • Museu Quinta das Cruzes
  • Museu Universo de Memórias João Carlos Abreu
  • Núcleo Museológico Brum do Canto
  • Palheiro Golf
  • Parque Temático da Madeira
  • Pestana Carlton Madeira Hotel
  • Pestana Casino Park Hotel
  • Pestana CR7 Funchal Hotel
  • Pestana Grand
  • Pestana Miramar
  • Pestana Ocean Bay
  • Pestana Palms
  • Pestana Porto Santo
  • Pestana Quinta do Arco
  • Pestana Village Garden
  • Piscinas da Ribeira Brava
  • Porto do Porto Santo
  • Porto Santo Golfe
  • Posto de Informação Turística Aeroporto Internacional da Madeira Cristiano Ronaldo
  • Posto de Informação Turística da Avenida Arriaga
  • Posto de Informação Turística da Estrada Monumental
  • Posto de Informação Turística da Ponta do Sol
  • Posto de Informação Turística da Ribeira Brava
  • Posto de Informação Turística de Santana
  • Posto de Informação Turística do Porto Moniz
  • Posto de Informação Turística do Porto Santo
  • Quinta da Madeira – Casa Velha do Palheiro
  • Quinta da Madeira Porto Bay Serra Golf
  • RMK Tours | Agência de Viagens e Animação Turística
  • Serlima – Housekeeping, Lda.
  • Serlimaclean – Serviços de Limpeza, S.A.
  • Serlimawash – Lavandaria Industrial, S.A.
  • Servilimpe – Limpezas Técnicas Mecanizadas, S.A.
  • Sociedade de Automóveis da Madeira, Lda. (SAM) | Turismo e aluguer de autocarro com condutor
  • The Cliff Bay Hotel
  • Travel Europe Madeira | Agência de Viagens
  • Villa Cipriani | Restaurante
  • Windsor Travel | Agência de Viagens

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