GREEN INITIATIVES
Water conservation
Sunday, November 26, 2017
Water is life. According to the project leader of the Water Conservation and Management Focus Group at Unisa’s Geography Department, as a result of the growing population and the expansion of the economy, South Africa’s current freshwater resource status is under immense pressure.
In order to conserve and reduce water consumption, Peermont and Emperors Palace has implemented the following initiatives:
• to enable the use of grey water in the sewerage systems, dual plumbing was installed in our new Peermont Metcourt extension at Emperors Palace. Once our grey water facilities are installed, we intend to use this waster to reduce potable water usage.
• general maintenance of the various Peermont operations to assist to identify and prevent water leaks;
• we offer our clients water dispensers for meetings, upon request, to eliminate the waste of bottled water;
• water quality is tested regularly during the FCS audits;
• to reduce water waste we have rolled out the availability of water dispensers within our facilities;
• re-usable glass bottles are being introduced in order to reduce the need for plastic bottles;
• water flow inhibitors have been installed in the majority of taps and water efficient shower heads have been rolled out across the group;
• a waterless urinal waste system has been trialled at Emperors Palace and some other Peermont properties;
• a grey water plant exists at the Grand Palm and the grey water is used for garden irrigation. Investigations have commenced to introduce a similar initiative at Emperors Palace to supplement the borehole water supply;
• boreholes have been installed at both Emperors Palace, Khoroni and Rio;
• a number of programmes exist where guests are requested to reduce laundry volumes by reusing towels for longer periods during their stay and reducing their water usage wherever possible;
• Emperors Palace has reduced the number of cooling towers on its air conditioning system from 7 to 3, greatly reducing the amount of water used in this process;
• Peermont has also installed its own meters to monitor actual water consumption in order to be able to detect water leaks more easily, so that the repairs can be actioned.
WATER SECURITY
For various reasons, including the protracted drought in Southern Africa, water security was a critical focus area for management during 2016. In response to this crisis, the operations have responded with the installation of standby water supply solutions, through the installation of JoJo Tanks and Modular Steel Water storage solutions.
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First, look down when you walk in: the interior walkways are paved with authentic Smart Stone Huguenot Cobbles, engineered specifically to replicate the tactile feeling of walking on real, ancient Roman highways. It is an incredible piece of immersive design that has stood the test of time since its inception.
Second, as someone sensitive to travel fatigue, the engineering here is spectacular. Despite being right next to major runways, the structural acoustics completely eliminate aviation noise. Furthermore, if you explore the convention wing, the rooms are named chronologically after Roman Emperors (Claudius, Augustus, Tiberius), featuring a highly advanced smart-lighting system that subtly shifts tone to help international travelers fight jet lag.
The multi-tiered security checks at the gates provide immense peace of mind, making it a safe, self-contained empire. From the manicured garden paths to the world-class service, it is a flawless, deeply thought-out destination. Don't just stop by for a quick game—take a moment to appreciate the sheer craftsmanship of the Palace of Dreams!
Hidden Details Most Guests Don't Know The Secret History of the Floors:
When the resort opened in September 2000, it was named Caesars Gauteng. The internal casino paths use custom Huguenot Cobble and Shepstone Pavers designed by SmartStone to precisely mimic the durability and texture of ancient Roman stone highways.
The "Imperial Court" Conference Subtext:
The major conference rooms in the South Wing are purposefully named after successive Roman emperors—Claudius, Augustus, Tiberius, Florian, and Romanus. They feature a hidden central smart-lighting grid that automatically shifts color warmth to match the biological clock of travelers suffering from jet lag.
The Multilayered Security Ring: Casual visitors often miss how tightly the security net is woven. Because of its position right next to O.R. Tambo International Airport, the property utilizes an advanced, continuous perimeter sweep and bag-screening protocol that keeps it significantly safer than standard commercial venues.
The Sound-Insulated Aviation Oasis: Despite being directly in the flight path of Africa's busiest airport, the structural glass and architectural roofing are uniquely engineered to absorb low-frequency jet engine vibrations, meaning you can sit in the gardens or sleep in the hotels in absolute peace
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