Arena Hotel’s CSR Policy (Corporate Social Responsibility) /Sustainability Policy

Sustainability

Our Sustainability Work

Vision:

To create a sustainable and fair future, we strive to be a role model within our industry regarding social responsibility and environmental sustainability. By minimizing our environmental impact, promoting diversity and inclusion, and actively participating in community development, we aim to become a business that aligns with the well-being of both the planet and people.

Commitment:

Arena Hotel takes a holistic approach to engagement, focusing on collaboration with employees, guests, suppliers, and the community. Through open communication and sustainable partnerships, we strive to build meaningful relationships for a successful and sustainable business operation.

• Employees: We engage our employees through an open communication channel where everyone can share their opinions and ideas. We also offer courses/training in areas such as fire safety, CPR, finance, and sales, to name just some of the development opportunities available to promote staff well-being and professional growth.
• Guests: We engage our guests by collecting feedback and opinions about our services. This is done through surveys sent to all our guests. The information is used to improve our services with the goal of creating a more satisfying experience for our guests.
• Suppliers: We engage our suppliers by ensuring they share our values regarding sustainability and ethics. This includes setting requirements for sustainability, working conditions, and production methods.
• Community: We engage with our community by participating in local community initiatives in collaboration with IFU Arena (see more under “Social Responsibility”) and by offering many different types of employment opportunities.

Environmental Sustainability:

Environmental sustainability is fundamental to Arena Hotel. This is to offer a sustainable guest experience while being a role model in sustainable hotel operations. We are certified with the international environmental certification Green Key, which means we actively work with environmental and sustainability issues by following Green Key’s comprehensive criteria. Some examples of our commitments:

• We have a solar panel system on our roof.
• We use renewable electricity.
• We have procedures for reduced energy consumption regarding heating and ventilation.
• We sort and recycle our waste and that of our guests.
• We use eco-labeled laundry and cleaning products.
• Our guests are offered vegetarian and organic options.

For more information, see Arenahotellet is Green Key certified. Discover our commitment to the environment and sustainable tourism here.

Social Sustainability:

With a strong emphasis on inclusion, equality, and community engagement, Arena Hotel works for social sustainability. We do this in collaboration with our neighbor and partner IFU Arena, and we primarily operate in the following areas:

• Accessibility for young people to train at IFU Arena. Primarily through IFU Days and IFU Summer Camps, and by maintaining favorable association prices for facility rentals.
• Activities/training to ensure leaders and participants maintain well-being during their training at IFU Arena.
• Integration projects and close collaboration with local youth centers to create a natural connection between young people and IFU Arena and its activities.
• Senior activities, training, and lectures, Monday – Friday at IFU Arena.
  For more information, see IFU Arena’s Sustainability Page.
• Kamga Power. Sweden’s, and one of the world’s best discus throwers, Vanessa Kamga, who with her incredible strength, energy, and enthusiasm, runs Kamga Power. Kamga Power is an inspiring forum for young girls where self-esteem and self-confidence in combination with training are in focus. Internship opportunities are also available.

Economic Sustainability:

Through responsible financial management, Arena Hotel strives not only to generate profit but also to be a driving force for long-term economic stability. We do this by:

• Investing generated profits in innovation and expansion.
• Managing the company’s finances responsibly with sound cash flow.
• Following good accounting practices.
• Respecting human rights and following laws and regulations to ensure a fair and ethical business environment.
• Being flexible and adaptable to handle uncertainty and risks.
• Investing in new technologies and processes to reduce costs, increase productivity while reducing environmental impact.

Conclusion:

Arena Hotel works towards a future where sustainability permeates every aspect of our operations. Through our vision, our commitment, and our environmental, social, and economic sustainability, we are proud to shape a sustainable world and look forward to continuing our work for positive change.