Social Responsibility

Secrets Puerto Los Cabos Golf & Spa Resort has achieved significant and measurable sustainability milestones and has received the Rainforest Alliance Certified™ mark. The requirements for certification are aligned with the Global Sustainable Tourism Criteria. This certification assures the commitment of Secrets Puerto Los Cabos Golf & Spa Resort to reduce the impact of its activities on the planet and local communities.

Secrets Puerto Los Cabos Golf & Spa Resort is installing a facility to dehydrate sludge for use as compost throughout on-site landscaping. This will reduce the reliance on synthetic fertilizers and reduce costs. The KKR Eco-Innovation Award recognizes current projects by KKR's portfolio companies that provide innovative, environmentally beneficial solutions while creating business value.

    Environmental:

• We promote the rational use of resources such as water, gas and light, through information campaigns and collaboration spaces with guests and suppliers, the acquisition of highly energy efficient equipment, automation systems, consumption monitoring and the operation of our treatment plant and desalination plant. 
• We reduce waste production by avoiding the use of packaging and products that are not biodegradable or are toxic to the environment. 
• We manage an integral plan for municipal solid waste and hazardous waste, which includes separation and recycling actions. 
• We participate together with government agencies in environmental education, reforestation, conservation of natural areas and animal species. 
• We carry out relevant environmental impact studies to ensure that our construction activities do not produce alterations to the environment.

    Business:

• We promote a clear business philosophy, mission, commitment, values and policies. 
• We constantly train staff in environmental, social, cultural, prevention and labor competencies. 
• We have plans in place for emergency or contingency care. 
• We carry out activities of integration and recognition of good performance. 
• We have maintenance and cleaning plans for all facilities and equipment.  We apply high quality standards. See Awards.

    Sociocultural:

• We guarantee equality in employment opportunities and hiring processes. 
• We have adapted facilities for people with special needs. 
• We promote respect in accordance with the law to the rights and labor benefits of all workers. 
• We participate in social and cultural activities within the community, as well as donations to charitable institutions. 
• We are spokespersons for the policy against commercial sexual exploitation of children.
• We promote information to guests and collaborators on history, tradition, gastronomy and culture of Los Cabos. 
• We partner with local suppliers for the purchase of inputs and the display of products.