Tourism Breaking News
Bahi Ajman Palace Hotel in partnership with AirOWater Global unveiled the region’s first 100% water from air sustainable water bottling plant. This innovative initiative aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), addressing critical environmental challenges while setting a new benchmark for water logistics, water security & plastic free environment & sustainable practices in the hospitality industry. The launch event was graced by His Highness Sheikh Abdulaziz Bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Chairman of Ajman Department of Tourism Development and His Excellency Mahmood Khaleel Ahmed Alsayed Alhashmi, Director General of Ajman Department of Tourism Development.
Iftikhar Hamdani, Area General Manager Bahi Ajman Palace Hotel, expressed his pride in leading this transformative project. “We are proud to launch this sustainable initiative with this bottling plant, which promotes the concept of plastic-free reusable glass bottles. This initiative not only reduces plastic waste in landfills but also leverages an untapped resource – water from air. We believe this solution is a game-changer and will inspire other hotels to adopt similar sustainable practices,” said Hamdani.
Shubhojit Mahalanobis, Co-Founder and Partner at AirOWater Global, highlighted the significance of this partnership. “We are thrilled to collaborate with Bahi Ajman Palace Hotel and commend their unwavering commitment to sustainability. Our water-from-air technology and reusable glass bottle model have empowered the hotel to go plastic-free while boosting their ESG credentials. We look forward to strengthening our partnership and exploring new opportunities in the Northern Emirates.”
The state-of-the-art bottling plant at Bahi Ajman Palace Hotel produces an impressive 365,000 liters of pure drinking water annually by harnessing atmospheric moisture. This revolutionary “water-from-air” technology eliminates the need for plastic bottles, providing a plastic-free solution for the hotel’s water requirements. The plant serves 100% of the hotel’s guests, supplying water across rooms, dining areas, beach zones, and poolside lounges, ensuring a seamless, eco-friendly guest experience.
By producing 365,000 liters of drinking water from air and eliminating an equivalent number of plastic bottles, Bahi Ajman Palace Hotel achieves an annual carbon footprint reduction of 33.58 metric tons of CO₂e. This initiative also eliminates the need for plastic production, long-haul transportation, and reduces landfill waste, reinforcing the hotel’s commitment to sustainability and the UAE’s Net Zero Vision.
Bahi Ajman Palace Hotel’s innovative system not only ensures water security but also promotes the reusability of glass bottles and the recycling of broken glass. By replacing single-use plastics with reusable glass bottles, the hotel is significantly reducing its environmental footprint and contributing to a circular economy. This initiative demonstrates Bahi Ajman’s commitment to creating a plastic-free environment and championing sustainability in the UAE hospitality sector.
This initiative positions Bahi Ajman Palace Hotel as a trailblazer in the Northern Emirates’ hospitality industry, exemplifying how luxury and sustainability can coexist. By adopting innovative solutions that prioritize environmental stewardship, Bahi Ajman Palace Hotel is setting a precedent for others to follow in achieving the UAE’s Net Zero Vision.
