Three Years of EarthCheck Silver: A Commitment That Goes Beyond Certification

"Protecting paradise isn't achieved in a single day. It's built through thousands of everyday actions."

When you arrive at El Cid Resorts, you probably notice the crystal-clear pools, lush tropical gardens, pristine beaches, and welcoming hospitality.

What you may not see is everything happening behind the scenes to help preserve the beauty of Riviera Maya for generations to come.

We're proud to share that El Cid Resorts has earned the EarthCheck Silver Certification 2026 for the third consecutive year—an international recognition that reflects our ongoing commitment to responsible tourism and sustainable operations.

While we're honored by this achievement, what makes us proudest isn't the certificate itself. It's the people, the dedication, and the daily actions that made it possible.

 

Sustainability Is More Than a Goal; It's How We Operate Every Day

Unlike many environmental recognitions, EarthCheck isn't based on promises or one-time initiatives.

It is an internationally recognized certification program that independently evaluates how tourism businesses manage their environmental, social, and economic impact.

Every year, our performance is measured, audited, benchmarked, and compared against international standards. That means every certification must be earned again, not simply renewed.

For us, this third consecutive Silver Certification confirms that sustainability isn't a project. It's part of who we are.

 

Thousands of Small Actions Create One Big Impact

There isn't one department responsible for sustainability. Every team contributes.

• Our engineers continuously improve water and energy efficiency.
• Our housekeeping team carefully manages resources while maintaining impeccable standards.
• Our landscaping specialists protect native vegetation and care for the surrounding environment.
• Our purchasing team evaluates products with sustainability in mind.
• Our food and beverage teams work to reduce waste and improve operational efficiency.

Behind every guest experience are hundreds of employees making thoughtful decisions every day, many of which happen without ever being noticed. Together, those decisions create meaningful environmental change.

 

This Year's Results Tell an Incredible Story

One of the best ways to understand our progress is through measurable results. This year, we achieved one of our most significant environmental improvements yet.

A 63.4% Reduction in Landfill Waste

Through better waste separation, recycling programs, operational improvements, and responsible resource management, we reduced the amount of waste sent to landfill from 4.2 liters per guest night to just 1.5 liters per guest night.

That represents a remarkable 63.4% reduction in just one year.

This means fewer materials ending up in landfills, more resources being recovered, and a smaller environmental footprint for every stay.

 

Smarter Products, Healthier Spaces

Our commitment to sustainability also extends to the products we use throughout our resorts.

This year, both our pesticide management and cleaning product management improved from 3-Star to 4-Star ratings under EarthCheck's evaluation.

These improvements reflect our ongoing efforts to choose products that are safer for our guests, our employees, and the ecosystems that surround us, without compromising the quality and comfort our guests expect.

Sometimes sustainability isn't about using more. It's about choosing better.

Our Guests Are Part of This Achievement

One of the things we love most about sustainability is that everyone can participate.

Every guest who chooses to reuse towels, conserve water, recycle properly, or simply respect local wildlife becomes part of a much greater effort.

Small actions, repeated by thousands of visitors throughout the year, create a meaningful collective impact.

Your vacation helps support a resort committed to protecting the destination you came to enjoy. In many ways, this certification belongs to you as well.

 

Building a More Sustainable Tomorrow

Receiving our third consecutive EarthCheck Silver Certification isn't the finish line. It's motivation to keep improving.

Every year challenges us to find new ways to reduce our environmental footprint, adopt better practices, and create unforgettable vacations more responsibly than ever before.

Because sustainability isn't something achieved once. It's something we choose every day. And we're proud to continue that journey, with our employees, our partners, and every guest who becomes part of the El Cid Resorts family.

 

Thank You for Helping Us Make a Difference

To our incredible team, whose dedication makes achievements like this possible…

To our partners who share our commitment…

And to every guest who chooses El Cid Resorts and supports responsible tourism…

Thank you.

Together, we're proving that unforgettable vacations and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand.

Here's to another year of protecting the places we love and to many more milestones ahead.