SHERATON MALDIVES FULL MOON RESORT AND SPA PROMOTES CORAL PROPAGATION INITIATIVE

resort has witnessed coral spawning, a testament to the success of its efforts.

Extending the initiative to resort guests, those staying at Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort and Spa can participate in the ‘Adopt a Coral’ programme to help restore reef habitats and produce new coral colonies.

The resort is also committed to reducing plastic waste via its water bottling plant, which uses reverse osmosis technology to purify seawater, eliminating the need for water transportation from the mainland. The purified water is then bottled in reusable glass containers and made available to guests, reducing the number of plastic bottles.

Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort and Spa has implemented a series of sustainability initiatives that the team will highlight at ATM this year. The Indian Ocean resort is committed to preserving the natural beauty of its island home for generations to come.

The coral propagation project is an example of the hotel’s commitment to sustainability. As part of the programme, over 6,000 coral fragments from 15 different coral species have been rescued from the Gulhi Falhu atoll in South Malé and given a second chance to thrive.

These fragments have been transplanted on coral pyramids at the resort in partnership with Reefscapers – a coral propagation organisation appointed by the Maldivian government to protect the marine habitat and restore the coral reefs of the island nation. Since the inception of the programme, the

General Manager, Mohamed El Aghoury, said: “At Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort and Spa, we are deeply committed to preserving the beauty and health of our ocean and island home. We aim to continue driving these efforts and explore new ways to promote sustainability in our operations. Our initiatives are a testament to our commitment to reducing our impact on the environment and leaving a positive legacy for future generations to enjoy.”