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TOM SQUARE HOTEL BIODIVERSITY CONSERVATION GUIDELINES

At Tom Square Hotel, we are aware of our responsibility to protect Istanbul's historical and natural heritage. We operate in compliance with national and international guidelines to sustainably preserve the ecosystems and biodiversity of our region. Accordingly, our hotel is committed to adhering to the following principles.

1. National Guidelines

1.1. Turkey’s Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (BSEP)

• A national strategy document designed to protect and ensure the sustainable use of Turkey's biodiversity.
• Our hotel supports initiatives promoting the conservation of natural areas and operates within this plan.

1.2. Environmental Law No. 2872

• The main law regulating Turkey’s environmental policies to protect natural ecosystems.
• Tom Square Hotel is committed to minimizing environmental impact while adhering to the principles of natural life conservation.

1.3. Protected Areas Regulation

• Aims to preserve national parks, natural sites, and areas of significant biodiversity.
• Our hotel respects cultural and natural heritage sites in the region by implementing sustainable tourism policies.

2. International Guidelines

2.1. United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)

• This convention, which Turkey is a party to, aims to protect biodiversity and promote the sustainable use of natural resources.
• Tom Square Hotel aligns with this convention by developing eco-friendly practices and raising awareness among its guests.

2.2. UNESCO World Heritage Convention

• An international treaty that aims to protect cultural and natural heritage.
• As our hotel operates in a historic region like Sultanahmet, we comply with this convention.

2.3. Ramsar Convention

• An international agreement focused on the conservation of wetlands and their biodiversity.
• Tom Square Hotel follows sustainable water usage policies to avoid harming nearby natural wetlands.

2.4. European Green Deal

• The European Union’s roadmap for environmental sustainability.
• Our hotel adopts strategies in line with this deal to reduce its carbon footprint and promote ecological sustainability.

3. Tom Square Hotel’s Commitment to Biodiversity Conservation

• Organizing training and awareness programs for the conservation of local flora and fauna.
• Reducing the use of single-use plastics that threaten natural habitats.
• Using eco-friendly products and recyclable materials.
• Promoting sustainable tourism practices and educating guests on preserving natural life.
• Collaborating with regional and international environmental organizations to support biodiversity conservation projects.

At Tom Square Hotel, we consider the preservation of Istanbul’s natural and historical heritage as one of our primary responsibilities and continue to operate with a sustainable tourism approach.