Member Spotlight: Belmore Court
When we began our sustainability journey in 2021, Belmore Court & Motel produced 45.2 tonnes of CO2e annually. Today, we’ve cut Scopes 1 & 2 emissions by 85% to just 6.9 tonnes, and we’re not stopping there. Our target is Carbon Net Zero by 2030, and every member of our team is committed to making it happen.
We’re incredibly proud of those numbers, but what we love even more is the feedback from our guests: 97% say our sustainability practices exceed their expectations, proving that genuine environmental action enhances the visitor experience.
Power from Above, Energy from Within
Our rooftop solar array generates 56kWp, paired with 60kWh battery storage. On sunny days, we generate more electricity than we consume, feeding clean energy back to the grid. We operate on 100% renewable electricity, and all our lighting uses LED fixtures with motion sensors.
The Five-Charger Solution
We’re a key charging hub for Fermanagh, with three AC chargers and 2 DC fast chargers for guests and the public. Our company cars are electric too. Additionally, we provide bus timetables, walking routes, cycle-friendly facilities, and partnerships with local bike providers – creating a complete sustainable transport ecosystem. Staff engagement surveys show our team is using more public transport, cycling and carpooling too.
Zero to Landfill
We’re proud to say we send zero waste to landfill. Our on-site waste transfer station ensures that every item is sorted for recycling, composting or proper disposal. We’ve eliminated single-use plastic toiletries, installed dual-flush toilets and low-flow showerheads, and we harvest rainwater for garden irrigation. Filtered water is provided in guest bedrooms in reusable glass bottles, eliminating the use of hundreds of plastic bottles every month.
Rooted in Place
We’re members of the Cuilcagh Lakelands Geopark Business Sustainability Network, protecting the area’s unique geology, biodiversity, and culture. Partnerships with Fermanagh Fun Farm and guest education through walking guides and biodiversity information connect our sustainability to the wider environment. Our community engagement also includes supporting local charities and cultural initiatives like Fermanagh Live.
The Personal Drive Behind the Data
We’re proof that small, independent properties can lead change. Unlike large hotel chains who might have dedicated sustainability departments and corporate mandates, we’re family-run with just 60 rooms – but our size doesn’t limit our ambition or our achievements. Our Green Team meets regularly, and we listen to and act on feedback from all departments. New employees receive sustainability training as part of their induction too.
Measuring What Matters
We track energy, water and carbon per room night. Our smart heating systems provide WiFi-enabled room-by-room control. This granular data reveals patterns and opportunities that guesswork never could.
Guest feedback shapes our journey. Surveys show 76% participation in towel reuse programmes, 94.4% notice our sustainability efforts, and 93.1% would recommend us for sustainable travel. These aren’t vanity metrics — they’re evidence that our approach resonates with our guests.
Looking Forward
We’re exploring greywater recycling, waterless urinals, native landscaping to reduce irrigation needs, and heat pump installation which could eliminate our remaining Scope 1 emissions.
What drives us forward is proving that environmental responsibility and hospitality excellence aren’t competing priorities; they’re complementary. Every energy saving strengthens our business resilience, every local partnership deepens community ties, and every satisfied guest becomes an advocate for what’s possible when accommodation embraces genuine change.
Belmore Court & Motel’s green story isn’t about perfection. It’s about progress, measurement, transparency, and the conviction that independent, family run accommodation providers can lead meaningful change in Northern Ireland.
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