{"id":3457,"date":"2026-07-20T17:18:50","date_gmt":"2026-07-20T15:18:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sonne-karlsruhe.de\/en\/?page_id=3457"},"modified":"2026-07-21T20:50:42","modified_gmt":"2026-07-21T18:50:42","slug":"sustainability","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sonne-karlsruhe.de\/en\/sustainability\/","title":{"rendered":"Sustainability"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Everyday Responsibility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For us, sustainability does not begin with major changes. It is reflected in the many small decisions we make every day. As a family-run hotel, restaurant and butcher’s shop, we think carefully about how we use our resources and where we can continue to improve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We also know that not everything can be changed overnight. Some improvements take time, require careful planning or can only be introduced step by step. But we remain committed and continue to make thoughtful choices wherever they are practical, meaningful and achievable.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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This is how we put our ideas into practice:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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\ud83c\udf1e Energy<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83e\udd55 Local\/Regional<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83c\udf7d Enjoyment<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83d\udee0 Repair & Reuse<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photovoltaic and Solar Thermal Systems<\/strong>
With our photovoltaic and solar thermal systems, we harness the power of the sun and generate part of the energy we need ourselves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pellet Heating<\/strong>
Our heating system is powered by wood pellets, supporting the use of a renewable resource.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Heat Recovery<\/strong>
The heat generated by our cold storage rooms is not simply released unused but is recovered and put to good use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

LED Lighting and Motion Sensors<\/strong>
In many areas, we use LED lighting and motion sensors so that lights are only on where and when they are actually needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our Own Butcher\u2019s Shop<\/strong>
With our in-house butcher\u2019s shop, we can produce many of our own meat and sausage products and keep transport distances short.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regional Food<\/strong>
We also source eggs, vegetables and salads from regional partners whenever possible, helping to keep delivery distances short.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beers from Karlsruhe<\/strong>
Most of our beers come from Karlsruhe, brewed by Hatz-Moninger, making them a perfect match for our Baden cuisine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wines from Baden-W\u00fcrttemberg and the Palatinate<\/strong>
Our wine list features wines from Baden-W\u00fcrttemberg and the Palatinate \u2013 from regions close to home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Juices from the Southern Palatinate<\/strong>
We source our juices from S\u00fcdpfalz Saft, another regional partner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Made In-House<\/strong>
Many of our products are made in-house, including sauces, soups and side dishes such as fries, Sp\u00e4tzle and our ketchup. This gives us greater control over the quality and ingredients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Foodback \u2013 Complete Utilisation<\/strong>
With Foodback, our food waste is not simply disposed of but is 100% recycled and put to good use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fats and Oils<\/strong>
We collect used fats and oils and send them for further processing. They are used exclusively to produce biodiesel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Seasonal Cuisine<\/strong>
With seasonal dishes on our special menu, we want to showcase what each season has to offer from our region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Breakfast Without Excessive Individual Packaging<\/strong>
At breakfast, we use individual bowls for cold cuts, cheese, butter and other products, avoiding many small single-use packages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bring Your Own Containers for Takeaway<\/strong>
For takeaway food, we encourage our guests to bring their own bowls or containers, helping us reduce packaging waste together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reusable Containers at Our Butcher\u2019s Shop<\/strong>
At our butcher\u2019s shop, customers can bring their own containers or use our reusable Fresh Box. We also highlight this option on our website to make sure our customers are aware of it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tableware and Cutlery Rental<\/strong>
For private celebrations, we rent out tableware and cutlery, helping to avoid disposable products at events held at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Laundry & Textiles<\/strong>
For longer hotel stays, we normally change bed linen and towels every three days, helping us save water, energy and detergent. In our restaurant, we also largely do without tablecloths and use them where they add a special touch to celebrations and special occasions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Refill Dispensers in the Hotel<\/strong>
For soap and shampoo, we use refill dispensers, helping us avoid unnecessary individual packaging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Repair Before Replacement<\/strong>
Our caretaker repairs many things before they need to be replaced. It is not always the cheapest option, but for us, it is often the more sustainable one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

EV Charging<\/strong>
Our guests can charge their electric cars at our EV charging stations, and charging stations are also available for e-bikes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shared Company Vehicle<\/strong>
We have just one company vehicle, which we share. It features EcoBlue hybrid technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shorter Journeys<\/strong>
Some of our employees live nearby, and some even cycle to work. My own contribution to keeping journeys short is simple: I leave the car at home too and usually walk to work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Team Where Everyone Matters<\/strong>
Our team includes people from different backgrounds and with a wide range of responsibilities. Whether at reception, in the kitchen, in service or working behind the scenes, every member of our team is an important part of our hotel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Local Jobs<\/strong>
As a family-run business, we create jobs locally and offer people from the surrounding area a place to build their careers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Supporting the Next Generation<\/strong>
We provide training and give young people the opportunity to start their careers in the hospitality industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Connected to Our Region<\/strong>
We are part of our local community and want to support the place we call home \u2013 through collaboration, commitment and personal connections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here for Guests and Neighbours<\/strong>
Many of our services are available not only to hotel guests but also to people from our local community \u2013 for example, our vending machines, breakfast and EV charging facilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Working with Local Businesses<\/strong>
For repairs, maintenance and new projects, we work with local tradespeople and businesses whenever possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Digital Invoices<\/strong>
We offer digital invoices and only print them when requested.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Paper Recycling<\/strong>
We collect our waste paper and send it for recycling.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Many individual measures may seem small on their own. Together, however, they reflect our commitment to acting responsibly towards our hotel, our guests, our employees and our surroundings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We have not reached our destination, and probably never will. For us, sustainability is not a single project but a journey we want to continue step by step. We remain attentive, keep learning, continue to develop and are grateful to all our guests who share this mindset with us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With that in mind: let\u2019s get started!
Patrick Kunz<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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