Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru marked Earth Hour with a day focused on education, marine conservation and engagement with nature, reflecting a broader, ongoing commitment to sustainability.
The programme began with a visit from teachers and students of Ahmadhiyya School in Malé, who took part in a full-day exposure trip across Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru and Dhawa Ihuru. The visit offered an introduction to resort operations and sustainability practices, with the aim of encouraging greater awareness of environmental stewardship and strengthening connections to the Maldives’ natural environment.
At the resort’s Marine Lab, students attended a marine conservation talk led by the resident marine biologist, followed by a practical session on coral micro-fragmentation. The activity formed part of ongoing efforts to support the health of the islands’ house reefs. Students were introduced to the challenges facing coral ecosystems and took part in planting coral fragments in nursery tanks, contributing to reef restoration work.
During Earth Hour, lights were switched off across both islands for one hour. The evening continued with a small gathering on the beach, where a fire-lit Earth Hour sign was displayed along the shoreline. Guests and staff spent time outdoors in a quieter setting, reflecting on environmental responsibility.
Alex Burden, Marine Lab and Sustainability Manager at Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru and Dhawa Ihuru, said the initiative aimed to highlight how collective action, even on a small scale, can contribute to environmental protection, while also encouraging greater awareness among guests and the local community.
The activities formed part of the wider sustainability approach of the Banyan Group, which includes marine conservation, environmental education and community engagement.
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