Terme Merano has been certified under EarthCheck's sustainability standards. EarthCheck is an international benchmarking and certification programme for the tourism industry.

“This means that when making decisions in areas such as energy, water, purchasing and waste management, we also consider their impact on the environment and natural resources,” explains Stefan Thurin, President of Terme Merano.

In 2026, Terme Merano was awarded EarthCheck Silver certification for the fourth consecutive year. This marks an important milestone in the company's strategic development. Terme Merano is committed to building on the progress made so far, implementing concrete measures in environmental and resource management while continuing to offer guests a high-quality experience. The goal is to achieve the next level of EarthCheck certification.

Sustainability has been an important part of our approach at Terme Merano for several years. It's not just about avoiding plastic, but about taking concrete action in areas such as purchasing, energy and resource use. Our initiatives range from recycling used toner cartridges and sourcing seasonal products from South Tyrol to using QR codes that provide digital access to information.

One example is the Bio Nature Pool in our Thermal Park: a natural swimming pond that relies on natural ecological processes and requires no added chlorine. The water is purified through two filter basins filled with limestone gravel, where a natural biofilm of algae and microorganisms breaks down nutrients and impurities. Filter plants also help purify the water. The Bio Nature Pool uses energy generated by our own photovoltaic system and was developed in collaboration with local partners.