Nightfall is genuine sustainable eco-accommodation which gives back to its Queensland environment, minimising daily-emissions to achieve close to a zero-carbon footprint.
Sustainability is a priority, clearly evident both in design of the camp and its operation. Nightfall camp is committed to –
- Deliver an exemplary nature-based tourism opportunity, in keeping with the highest standards for environmental best practice
- Minimised emissions through use of renewables (5KW on-site grid-connected solar system, with consideration of future micro-hydro power generation)
- Maximising energy efficiency through design, energy conservation and guest/staff education
- Minimising waste through a reuse, recycle, reduce and recover practices
- Minimising transport emissions through considered vehicle use, bulk buying and provision of an electric buggy on site
- Minimising water use through design, low-flow fittings, low-water toilets, education
- Minimising noise pollution by limiting cars to entry car park and ʻsilentʼ electric buggy
- Minimal chemical pollution – chemical-free camp site, education, provision of biodegradable toiletries and cleaning agents; organic/biodynamic food gardens, emphasis on manual weed control
- Using only native plants for re-vegetation work, with local provenance preferred
- Minimising soil erosion through careful management and rehabilitation
- Meeting advanced certification requirements of Eco-tourism Australia
- Increasing understanding of the importance of conservation activities, emissions reduction and minimal impact living