Hunter Valley YHA

  Energy reduction:

• We’re powered by the sun! 88 solar panels are installed on roof of the hostel (24kw Photovoltaic system for the pros) .
• Solar hot water boosted by electricity for wonderfully warm washes!
• Low energy and timed lighting: no need for lights on in empty rooms
• Low energy electric heating, toasty nights that are kind to the earth
• Moisture sensors turn off the dryer when linen is dry #efficiency
• Good weather? There’s a big clothes line to dry your clothes eau-naturale
• Promotion of public transport, the easiest way to be eco-friendly

     Waste minimisation:

• Recycling stations in kitchens, common areas and office areas to recycle anything from printer cartridges or our 100% recycled paper, to tinnies of beer and plastic containers
• Eco-friendly cleaning products for shiny hostels and a happy earth
• Bulk-Buying our hostel products reduces a bunch of our packaging waste

     Water Saving Measures:

• Rainwater tank on site used to flush toilets, supplement showers and laundries and water our drought-resistant gardens, hooray for water saving!
• Our toilets and showers are 5 star! Well, WELS 5 stars for water efficiency.
• Signage in bathrooms and kitchens encouraging guests to minimise water usage

     Other

• Low formaldehyde wood products and low volatile paints – no nasties here!
• Café built with 90% sustainable building supplies including many recycled items, with reusable cups and water bottles sold on site!
• The property has two dams and a creek running through it with a pathway throughout so that guests can get close to nature and enjoy the fields, waterways and wildlife.
• We love our local community, and participate in Earth Hour and Clean Up Australia Day each year alongside other businesses and community members!