At Riviera Zushi Marina, we started environmental conservation activities in 2001 when we started the marina business.In 2006, we compiled them and launched the "Riviera Future Creation Project", and all employees have been focusing on sustainability.At the Riviera Zushi Marina, we are working on urban development as a “Sustainability Town / Riviera Zushi Marina” and promoting SDGs through various activities such as recycling farming methods that achieve zero waste and a significant reduction in CO₂ and the use of renewable energy.
Asia's first marina
Obtained "Blue Flag" certification
Riviera Zushi Marina is the oldest environmental certification in the world and has been certified as a sustainable seaside international certification "BLUE FLAG".This is the first acquisition in Japan and the first in Asia at Marina.As a world-class sustainable marina recognized by the Blue Flag, we will further focus on contributing to environmental conservation, environmental education, and sustainable urban development.
Growing vegetables using a recycling farming method Riviera cyclical vegetables
The composting station in the Riviera Zushi Marina primarily treats vegetable scraps from restaurants, mixes them with the soil of local contracted farmers, regenerates them into high-quality compost, and reuses the harvested vegetables in the restaurant. Agricultural methods" since 2006.As a result, food waste is not transported by car and is not burned, contributing to CO₂ reduction.
Participating facilities: Ristorante AO, Malibu Farm, Banquet
Development research of precocious Ecklonia japonicus
Precocious Ecklonia was installed in the marina for the first time in Japan.We are proposing the "Blue Carbon Belt®", which is cultivated as a test research and connects seaweed ground regeneration in a belt shape.
Promotion activities for electric vehicles
Electric vehicles have been incorporated into company cars, and charging stations have also been installed on the premises.We are striving to reduce CO₂ emissions by holding events.
By electric car
Introduction of emergency power supply system
As part of environmental protection, we encourage employees to switch to electric vehicles and assist in purchasing.A charging station was also installed at a hotel in the Riviera Zushi Marina, and in an emergency, a system that supplies electricity to the hotel by discharging electricity from an electric vehicle was introduced for the first time in a Japanese hotel.
100% renewable energy power
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The facilities within Riviera Zushi Marina are powered by 100% renewable energy.
Participating facilities: Malibu Hotel, Ristorante AO, Malibu Farm, Riviera Plaza Banquet
Collaboration of share cycle business
A share cycle has been set up to alleviate traffic congestion in the Kamakura / Shonan area, where traffic congestion is serious.We also aim to reduce the exhaust gas emitted from automobiles.
Marine traffic "Sea Lane" development support
Participated in the Kanagawa Ocean Tourism Promotion Council. Supporting the development of a new marine transportation route "Sea Lane" in Sagami Bay.
Palm tree maintenance
Riviera Zushi Marina is a popular spot in Kamakura and Shonan.In addition to planting and growing young trees to preserve the landscape, we also prun the palms twice a year to ensure safety and manage the growth of palms.
Riviera SDGs Tour
A special tour where you can experience Riviera's SDGs "Riviera Future Creation Project".Through the tour, you will experience the SDGs of the Riviera Zushi Marina, which is developing a town aiming for a sustainable town, such as beach cleaning, a vegetable garden with a recycling-oriented farming method that starts with composting, Japan's first charge-discharge system that connects hotels and EVs in consideration of emergencies, and the use of thin-film sunlight on Japan's first marina quay.
Cleaning local public toilets
We provide free replacement of toilet bowls and windows, painting and high-pressure washing so that you can comfortably use local public toilets (Zushi City, Kanagawa Prefecture, Miura City). Since 2015, the staff has been taking turns cleaning twice a week.
Promotion of local production for local consumption
Each Riviera restaurant proactively purchases and offers ingredients that can only be found in the land and season. Delivering fresh, delicious ingredients with highly safe ingredients that show the producer's face.
Target facility: Ristorante AO Malibu Farm
Reduction of food loss
"Food that is discarded even though it can be eaten" = food loss.In addition to the introduction of the recycling-type farming method, the Riviera continues to make efforts to consume food more efficiently and carefully by using the ingredients as soup without using them.
Target facility: Ristorante AO Malibu Farm
Spread of animal welfare awareness
Through the holding of the event, we raise funds for the operation of the Kanagawa Animal Conservation Center and work with the organization to spread awareness of animal welfare.
drowning relief
Registered for Seabird Japan, which promotes waterside patrols and rescue. Prevents flood accidents and contributes to awareness of maritime safety.
Abolition of plastic straws
Abolished plastic straws as part of marine environment conservation activities.We provide straws made of natural materials to those who need them.
Participating facilities: Ristorante AO, Malibu Farm, Banquet