June 10th, 2008 in Destinations and Tourism
Star Island Bahamas strives for 100 Percent Energy Self-Sufficiency
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Opening in 2009, Star Island, a private-island destination currently under development in the Out Islands of the Bahamas, is expected to revolutionize green luxury in the Caribbean
Opening in 2009, Star Island, a private-island destination currently under development in the Out Islands of the Bahamas, is expected to revolutionize green luxury in the Caribbean. The 35-acre private island, situated in a protected sound just 10 minutes by boat from Harbour Island, will consist of private residences, resort properties and bungalows, complete with upscale facilities like a spa, restaurants, bars, pools, tennis courts and a “no fuel” marina.
“This is a very exciting time in the field of green technology and, by extension, sustainable tourism,” says David Sklar, CEO of Star Island. “Resorts are harnessing natural energy sources, building with sustainable materials to LEED specifications, recycling, decorating with fair-trade furniture, serving locally grown organic foods and aiding their local communities. But these advancements have never been brought together in one place and in one lifestyle before. Star Island plans to do just that and, in the process, become a showcase for the latest and most innovative technologies, materials and practices.”
According to Sklar, Star Island’s development employs a deep commitment to ecotourism - utliizing sustainable, non-impact development and operational procedures throughout. “We have a real opportunity to prove that uncompromising luxury and Earth-friendly practices are entirely compatible,” says Sklar.
The project is also exploring the viability of alternative energy sources as solar, wind and microhydro; enabling the efforts for the entire project to be “off the grid” and carbon-neutral.
For more information on Star Island, visit www.starislandbahamas.com.
Tagged as: Bahamas, Caribbean, development, ecotourism, LEED, luxury, sustainable, sustainable tourism
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