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Created in 2003, the European Ecolabel for Tourist Accommodation Services has been adopted by a growing number of establishments in France and Europe. By displaying the European Ecolabel, these tourist establishments show their commitment to reducing their consumption of energy, water and waste, to using renewable energy sources and substances that are less harmful to the environment, and to communicating and educating customers about environmental issues. They meet strict criteria described in specifications common to all European Union countries.

Green Globe is the sustainability management system designed for the travel and tourism industry. Through the implementation of this system, Green Globe Members save water and energy resources, reduce their operational costs, positively help local communities and their surroundings, and respond favourably to the expectations of leisure and business travellers.

An approach in line with the mission of Gîtes de France. With Ecogite®, Gîtes de France is committed to sustainable development.

Ecogite® accommodation is Gîtes de France®-labelled accommodation designed or restored using techniques or materials recognised as having a low impact on the environment, from construction to dismantling.

Noé is an association set up in the spring of 2001 to protect biodiversity. Jardins de Noé is an innovative environmental education and biodiversity awareness programme developed by Noé. It is aimed at the general public as well as local authorities and businesses.

The aim of this original programme is to help people discover and appreciate local biodiversity by encouraging them to come into contact with nature in their daily lives, and to extend a network of gardens that will help to preserve this biodiversity, while at the same time virtually animating a community of committed and enthusiastic gardeners.