Analysis
Pacuare Lodge says it engages in wildlife monitoring and forest conservation — here is what is documented
- Pacuare Lodge states that it is involved in wildlife monitoring and forest conservation efforts. The provided data indicates that wildlife monitoring is a claimed activity. Information regarding forest conservation is also mentioned as a claim. The source data suggests Pacuare Lodge is a nature lodge candidate.
- Based on the available data, the claim of wildlife monitoring is supported by the "claim_type" field. Forest conservation is listed as a "qualification_reason" but requires further confirmation. The "impact_dimensions" listed are habitat and wildlife.
- Pacuare Lodge's reported activities fall under the categories of wildlife and habitat. The "wildlife_monitoring" metric is marked as true based on the "claim_type".
- To increase the trust tier, confirmation of current registry status and research outputs related to their conservation claims would be beneficial.
Conservation programs
- ›maintains an animal corridor by having no fencing between its premises and Kaziranga National Park
- ›supports local communities by employing most of its staff from villages in and around Kaziranga National Park and other parts of Northeast India
- ›provides hospitality and English language skills training to young individuals from neighboring villages
- ›an in-house team of women and men weavers from nearby villages crafts the woven objects used throughout the lodge
- ›Five percent of every room booking is contributed to the ABN Foundation, which funds education, environmental protection, and rural development initiatives in Assam and Bengal, including renovating a school near Kaziranga and partnering with the World Wildlife Fund for naturalist training programs
- ›utilizes sustainable energy sources like solar for heating water and providing electricity
- ›practices greywater recycling for irrigation
- ›converts organic waste into compost
- ›grows its own organic rice, vegetables, and mustard on its premises
Certifications on record
Responsible Tourism Society of India (RTSOI)Center for Responsible Travel (CREST) WorldwideTravel Operators for Tigers (TOFT)