In 2025, Hotel WAFO joined the Swisstainable program, the national sustainability strategy for tourism in Switzerland. This first level marks our commitment to reducing our impact: less plastic, local and seasonal cuisine, and concrete actions against waste.
A first step towards more responsible tourism in Switzerland.Our restaurant is proud to carry the Homemade label.
This means that our dishes are prepared on site from raw ingredients, without the use of industrial preparations.Hotel WAFO collaborates with Simon & Josef GmbH, an innovative digital solution that helps reduce the environmental impact of accommodation.
Thanks to this partnership, our customers can personalize their stay (such as choosing room cleaning) and thus actively contribute to reducing the consumption of water, energy and cleaning products.As part of its CSR approach, the WAFO Hotel supports Bendo, an innovative Central African start-up specializing in hearing health.
From April 1, 2024, we pledge to donate 1 CHF for every night booked to fund their actions against deafness and hearing impairments.
Hospitality designed for you and respectful of the environment
Our environmental policy
Thanks to QR codes installed in the rooms with our partner Simon & Josef, our guests can personalize their housekeeping and order breakfast directly online. A simple solution that reduces paper use while enhancing the guest experience.
In our rooms, we provide reusable glass bottles to avoid single-use plastic and reduce our environmental impact.
WAFO Hotel Environmental Policy
At Hotel WAFO, we believe that a pleasant stay can go hand in hand with respect for the nature that surrounds us. Located in the heart of the Vaud Alps, our establishment is committed to reducing its ecological footprint through simple and concrete actions:
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
At WAFO, we reduce our impact by monitoring our water and energy consumption, limiting plastic use, and prioritizing local and sustainable solutions. In our kitchen, which is certified "Homemade," we value seasonal produce and combat food waste. In the garden, natural maintenance and the future composting process complement our approach.
ENERGY MANAGEMENT
The WAFO hotel is committed to improving its energy efficiency through regular monitoring of consumption and exploration of renewable solutions such as solar panels.
We have also implemented a monthly monitoring system for our electricity and heating consumption, in order to quickly identify anomalies and measure our progress.
WATER MANAGEMENT
Responsible water management is an integral part of our sustainable approach. Our technical team monitors consumption monthly, allowing us to identify any anomalies and adapt our practices accordingly. In the garden, watering is limited and supplemented by the use of natural solutions, such as grazing with sheep and goats to preserve biodiversity.
WASTE MANAGEMENT
We have implemented a regular recycling program (glass, cardboard, plastic, paper) with drop-off at the waste disposal center, and a composting project is underway to make use of organic waste. In the kitchen, a strict policy against food waste is applied: unsold items are transformed into new recipes (for example, croissants into pudding or bread into breadcrumbs and bread cream). Single-use packaging and products are being progressively eliminated in favor of reusable or bulk solutions. Finally, raising awareness among staff and customers (through posters, QR codes, on-site and online communication) helps to involve everyone in this initiative.
BENDO X WAFO
WAFO Hotel in Gryon has announced a partnership with Bendo, an innovative Central African startup specializing in hearing health, as part of their corporate social responsibility. This collaboration aims to combat deafness and hearing loss, a major problem according to the WHO that affects approximately 466 million people and could reach 900 million by 2050.
Bendo, founded by Guy Ngounou, a graduate of the École Polytechnique de Yaoundé, is renowned for its screening, diagnostic, and hearing aid devices, developed in partnership with EPFL. Starting April 1, 2024, the WAFO hotel is committed to financially supporting Bendo by donating CHF 1 for each night booked, underscoring its commitment to equal opportunity and well-being.
Roger Kamgaing, Director of WAFO Hotel, expresses his pride in this partnership, which illustrates their commitment to CSR and creating a positive impact. Guy Ngounou of Bendo is also delighted with this collaboration, reflecting their shared commitment to combating deafness and for a more inclusive world. For more information on Bendo's initiatives, visit the website below.