Eco lodges
Find eco lodges in Australia.
What's the difference between an ecolodge an any other tourist resort? For one thing, an ecolodge should have used sustainable building materials, passive solar design and so on to create buildings that have minimal impact on the environment, and ensure waste is minimised and disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner.
This is particlarly important as many tourism lodges are located in fragile natural areas. Beyond that, the best ecolodges can inspire visitors with their example of building design working in harmony with nature, and provide opportunities for visitors to learn about pristine natural ecosystems.
Lodges run with or by Aboriginal communities can also provide jobs and a way to preserve cultural heritage, as well as allowing non-indigenous visitors to learn about Aboriginal culture.
A range of green accommodation is also listed at EcoHotel.