In a bold step towards sustainability, Alma Resort Cam Ranh is nearing completion of what is set to become Vietnam’s most significant solar power project in the hospitality sector. Spanning 30 hectares of pristine beachfront, Alma is installing 4,476 solar panels across the rooftops of its 196 pavilions, two iconic V-shaped towers with 384 suites, the lobby lounge, and utility buildings. Covering 23,290 square meters, the panels will generate up to 2,462 kilowatts peak — providing between 25% and 30% of the resort’s total energy needs, depending on seasonal occupancy. A Major Step in Sustainable Energy The project is projected to save Alma Resort USD 7.2 million in electricity costs over the next 25 years, while reducing carbon dioxide emissions by 65,000 tonnes in the same period. Managing Director Herbert Laubichler-Pichler describes it as a landmark initiative for Vietnam’s luxury hotel sector, highlighting Cam Ranh’s 300+ sunny days a year as the perfect environment for solar energy. Vietnam’s Solar Power Leader Vietnam has rapidly become Southeast Asia’s solar powerhouse, thanks to favorable government incentives and strong private investment. Alma’s project underscores how luxury resorts can integrate renewable energy while setting an example for sustainable tourism in the region. Beyond Solar: Alma’s Green Commitments The solar power initiative is only one part of Alma’s broader environmental mission. The resort operates a series of eco-friendly programs, including: Onsite Herb and Nursery Gardens and a Chicken Farm, providing fresh organic produce and eggs for its restaurants. A reverse osmosis water treatment plant that supplies 70,000 liters of drinking water and ice weekly, cutting reliance on plastic bottles. A recycling-focused garbage room that processes around 250 kg of waste daily, including composting and reselling used cooking oil for recycling. A fleet of 36 electric buggies powered at a dedicated charging station, promoting cleaner in-resort transport. Staff engagement in sustainability efforts is central, ensuring that Alma’s eco-initiatives extend well beyond infrastructure. The Future of Green Hospitality in Vietnam As Vietnam positions itself as a leading solar energy hub in Southeast Asia, Alma Resort Cam Ranh’s pioneering efforts represent the future of responsible tourism. By investing in renewable energy and eco-conscious practices, the resort not only reduces its footprint but also inspires others in the hospitality industry to follow suit. For more information or to make a booking, visit alma-resort.com, call +84 258 399 1666 or email info@alma-resort.com

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Thirty-hectare beachfront resort Alma is implementing what it believes is Vietnam’s most ambitious hotel solar power project yet. Alma will this year install 5634 solar panels totalling 12,500 square metres on the roofs of its 196 pavilions, two V-shaped towers housing 384 suites, lobby lounge, spa, gymnasium and utility building. With a capacity of 2480 kilowatts peak – the rate at which it generates energy at its peak performance on a sunny day – the solar power system will fuel between a quarter to almost half of Alma’s energy needs, depending on occupancy dictated by the low and high seasons. It’s estimated the system will save the resort up to USD 16.85 million (VND 390.85 billion) in electricity bills over the next 25 years. It will also reduce Alma‘s carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions by up to 72,670 tonnes over a 25-year period. With hundreds of solar projects under construction in Vietnam, which has recently overtaken Thailand as Southeast Asia’s largest solar market, Alma’s managing director Herbert Laubichler-Pichler believes it’ll soon be incumbent for five-star resorts across the country to introduce solar power systems to lessen their carbon footprints. “With the weather we have in Cam Ranh, it makes total sense for us to take advantage of an abundance of sunlight and embrace a more sustainable and environmentally-friendly alternative to electricity,” said Laubichler-Pichler. “We hope to set a positive example on the solar power front for the rest of Vietnam’s luxury hospitality landscape.” German companies C. Melchers (Vietnam), Aschoff Solar Ltd. and a German financial Institution are engineering, implementing and financing the solar rooftop modules throughout the resort. Instead of a direct investment, the resort will pay for the system in savings made on its electricity bills within the first decade of operation. “After the costs are taken out to pay for the solar technology, Alma will still save an additional USD 1.96 million (VND 45.18 billion) on electricity within this 10-year timeframe,” Laubichler-Pichler added. The resort’s solar project will generate 3.83 million kilowatt hours of energy in its first year of operation alone. Excess solar energy from one part of the system is used by other facilities on the grid. Last year, the resort, a Preferred Hotels member, launched a mobile app called “Alma Resort” available for download on Android, Apple, Windows and Amazon devices. The app opens the door to contactless communication with guests and staff in real-time as the world continuesto tackle coronavirus, and marks a transition to more sustainable solutions by offering menus, resort maps and more digitally. The resort also hosts environmentally-friendly activities including tree planting for guests and beach cleaning by staff. Alma’s staff are fully vaccinated, undergo regular testing for COVID-19 and are equipped with extensive COVID-19 safety training. In response to the onset of the global pandemic, the resort implemented an array of ongoing health, safety and hygiene measures.

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