Sustainability

At Kolarbyn Eco Lodge, ustainability is at the heart of everything we do. We see ourselves as guests of nature and are dedicated to living and working in harmony with it. To minimize our environmental footprint, we have chosen to embrace simpler, historically eco-friendly comforts. At Kolarbyn Eco Lodge, we have neither electricity nor running water, which allows us to preserve the surrounding environment and offer an authentic nature experience for our guests. We encourage the “right of public access,” where our guests can freely explore, enjoy the forest’s offerings, and experience it with respect for nature’s balance and tranquility. By avoiding plastic and disposable materials, as well as reusing and recycling as much as possible, we strive to minimize waste and conserve resources. Our goal is to leave as few traces as possible while creating a meaningful and responsible stay.

Kolarbyn is not just a sustainable accommodation – it’s also a place that supports the local community and values Swedish cultural heritage. We collaborate with local suppliers and cultural associations to strengthen the local economy and foster close connections with our surroundings. By choosing organic and locally-produced goods, we support local small businesses and reduce our environmental impact. Our memberships in the Swedish Ecotourism Society, the Nature Conservation Association, and the local Heritage Association confirm our commitment to maintaining the highest possible environmental and quality standards.

For us, sustainability is also a responsibility toward our guests, whom we inspire to adopt an environmentally conscious approach. We offer carefully designed activities that provide profound nature experiences without leaving negative traces on the environment. We encourage our visitors to travel by public transport, and our staff is trained in first aid and fire prevention to ensure a safe and pleasant stay.

Our sustainability journey is an ongoing effort, where we continuously develop and improve our practices. With a clear focus on reuse, waste reduction, and support for local environmental projects, we hope to remain a reliable actor within sustainable tourism. For us, sustainability is not just an ambition – it is a living part of Kolarbyn Eco Lodge and a vital aspect of the guest experience. Welcome to a stay where every small step counts, and together, we help preserve nature for future generations.

Social and Economic Sustainability

Our operations at Kolarbyn Eco Lodge are grounded in a strong commitment to both social and economic sustainability, where we actively work to benefit and strengthen our local community.

• Collaboration with local actors – We value and support local businesses by sourcing goods and services locally whenever possible.
• Hiring local staff – We prioritize hiring from the local area, creating job opportunities and fostering closer ties with the community.
• Responsible partnerships – We work with partners who share our commitment to social and environmental responsibility.
• Guidance and training – We believe in being mentors for interns, providing students with valuable work experience and skills in ecotourism and nature tourism.
• Social relaxation for guests – We offer a place for guests to disconnect and find peace in nature, a cornerstone of our approach to social sustainability.

For us, operating Kolarbyn Eco Lodge is an opportunity to combine history, ecotourism, nature tourism, and recreation in a business-minded way that creates jobs and promotes growth, both within the company and in the local community. Our operations are conducted with the goal of having as small an environmental footprint as possible, while striving to provide good social and economic conditions for our staff and partners.

We are also proud of our contribution to cultural heritage sustainability, where we actively preserve and honor the history that Kolarbyn represents. You can read more about our history and how we work to create a sustainable future alongside our surroundings.