Carbon Footprint
"Fynbos Ridge is a paradise for birds, and for us"…..Guest Comment
Owners Liz and Brian Phillips are committed to doing their bit for the environment. Over a period of years the fynbos has been restored to its natural state by undertaking a burning schedule and continuous removal of all invasive alien vegetation. Fynbos is a collective term which describes the vegetation indigenous to the Southern Cape and includes well-known plant species such as proteas and ericas. In 2001 Fynbos Ridge was proclaimed a Private Nature Reserve by the Western Cape Nature Conservation Board. Many birds, butterflies and small mammals have now made Fynbos Ridge their home.
Steps we have taken to protect the environment and conserve natural resources include:
- Landscaping with indigenous vegetation.
- Installed solar heating.
- Commissioned our own biological sewage treatment plant.
- Use biodegradable cleaning products.
- Recycle refuse.
- Conserve rainwater.
- Use natural fabrics and recycled glassware where possible.
- Installed water-saving showerheads where possible.
- Growing our own organic herbs & vegetables.
- Generate our own compost.
- Vermicomposting (installed a wormery).
Annually we calculate our carbon footprint and plant trees to offset this. Our guests are also encouraged to contribute to this initiative.
Tel:+27 (0) 44 532 7862 
Fax: +27 (0) 44 532 7855
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