... “Ibex fairstay supports and certifies accommodation businesses on their journey towards sustainable management.

The comprehensive support covers the five dimensions : management, ecology, regionality, social aspects, and finances. Practical improvements are identified based on a catalog of measures, as well as supported calculations and analyses.

1. Quality of Management
   Sustainability must be consciously embedded in management. Internal structures and processes are adapted accordingly: employee management, internal organization, controlling, guest orientation, and innovation.
   
   
2. Ecology – Careful Use of Resources
   We care deeply about the careful use of resources. Therefore, we focus on environmental compatibility and potential savings in energy, water, waste, purchasing, furnishing, and surroundings.
   
   
3. Regional Anchoring
   The value creation should remain in the region as much as possible and strengthen it. This way, we create jobs, support local customs, reduce transport distances, and promote regional specialties and unique features.
   
   
4. Social Balance
   Guests and employees should feel comfortable. We ensure that the conditions are appropriate for everyone: consideration of guest preferences, fair and supportive working conditions for employees, involvement of suppliers, harmony with the local population, and accessibility.
   
   
5. Finances and Performance
   Only an economically healthy business can operate sustainably and secure jobs. Therefore, we place strong emphasis on revenue, performance, cost control, investments, risk management, as well as guest and employee satisfaction.

Certificate

Over 100 hotels, hostels, and clinics across Switzerland proudly carry the ibex fairstay label. They have been audited by accredited auditors and evaluated by an independent certification committee. Depending on their sustainability performance, businesses are awarded ibex fairstay bronze, silver, gold, or platinum.