We only carry out printing when necessary We prioritise double-sided printing to minimise the amount we print We recycle printed documents for our in-house printing We manage our stock levels in line with visitor demand. We work with printers that hold eco-labels (PEFC and Imprim Vert) We encourage visitors to view the Tourist Office’s publications on the Tourist Office website rather than receiving paper copies, by scanning a QR code available in the reception area and on an outdoor sign. We encourage visitors to download our publications from the Tourist Office website or to receive the requested information by email rather than having it sent automatically by post We post our mail at the ‘Lettre Verte’ rate (more economical and environmentally friendly, lower CO₂ emissions, delivery within 48 hours) We transport our publications to trade fairs to minimise postage costs

Lighting and electrical equipment

We use LEDs and energy-saving light bulbs for our lighting We have adopted energy-saving practices We switch off electrical equipment – PCs, photocopiers and power strips – outside opening hours We use the eco-friendly search engine Ecosia The lighting is switched on only when necessary and switched off when the Tourist Office is closed If staff are away from their workstations for an extended period during the day, we systematically switch off our computers We adjust the lighting according to the seasons and weather conditions We check the room temperature before using the heating or air conditioning. The heating is switched on when the room temperature is below 21°C. The air conditioning is switched on when the room temperature is above 26°C We do not include email signatures in internal emails to reduce file size Where possible, we purchase second-hand equipment. We prioritise the use of Teams for internal communication rather than sending energy-intensive emails We prefer telephone calls to video calls.

We sell items sourced mainly from local producers and craftspeople.

We encourage car-sharing and the use of public transport when attending meetings and taking part in external activities. We limit travel for staff members living outside the urban area. They are entitled to at least one day of remote working per week. We encourage visitors to use public transport or cycle

Selective sorting and waste management

We sort recyclable materials (cardboard, paper, plastic) in-house and place them in the designated bins located 50 metres away on Boulevard Anatole France We have installed an outdoor ash bin which collects cigarette ends and converts them into fuel for energy production We collect used batteries and small battery packs We prioritise the purchase of eco-friendly products We use reusable water bottles or small bottles which we refill as often as we like We provide dog waste bags on request We have fitted aerators to the taps in the Tourist Office premises to reduce water usage Where possible, we purchase refurbished equipment.

Sustainable development | La Ciotat Tourist Office

Eco-responsible charter

of the visitor

Waste management

I do not leave my rubbish on the street and keep it with me if there are no bins nearby

I sort my rubbish and put it in the recycling bins

I stick to the days and times for household waste collection

I check the zero-waste picnic checklist and prioritise reusable items to minimise my waste.

I put my cigarette ends in public ashtrays, not on the street

I dispose of my used batteries at the collection point in the Tourist Office reception area

I pick up my dog’s poo using the bags provided at the Tourist Office

I use a reusable water bottle (click here to find water points in the town)

Travel

I prefer to travel by soft means (on foot, by bike, by bus, by train)

Getting around La Ciotat

Energy consumption

I save water and electricity and limit the use of air conditioning and heating in my accommodation.

Supporting the local economy

I buy from local producers

Local produce

Hikes

Access to the mountain ranges

Getting around in La Ciotat

Local products

Protecting protected areas

I protect the local flora when I go hiking by staying on the signposted paths (I don’t trample or pick protected species).

I do not light fires in protected areas

Access to the mountains

Our commitments to sustainable development

Paper management
We only carry out printing when necessary
We prioritise double-sided printing to minimise the amount we print
We recycle printed documents for our in-house printing
We manage our stock levels in line with visitor demand.
We work with printers that hold eco-labels (PEFC and Imprim Vert)
We encourage visitors to view the Tourist Office’s publications on the Tourist Office website rather than receiving paper copies, by scanning a QR code available in the reception area and on an outdoor sign.
We encourage visitors to download our publications from the Tourist Office website or to receive the requested information by email rather than having it sent automatically by post
We post our mail at the ‘Lettre Verte’ rate (more economical and environmentally friendly, lower CO₂ emissions, delivery within 48 hours)
We transport our publications to trade fairs to minimise postage costs
Lighting and electrical equipment
We use LEDs and energy-saving light bulbs for our lighting
We have adopted energy-saving practices
We switch off electrical equipment – PCs, photocopiers and power strips – outside opening hours
We use the eco-friendly search engine Ecosia
The lighting is switched on only when necessary and switched off when the Tourist Office is closed
If staff are away from their workstations for an extended period during the day, we systematically switch off our computers
We adjust the lighting according to the seasons and weather conditions
We check the room temperature before using the heating or air conditioning. The heating is switched on when the room temperature is below 21°C. The air conditioning is switched on when the room temperature is above 26°C
We do not include email signatures in internal emails to reduce file size
Where possible, we purchase second-hand equipment.
We prioritise the use of Teams for internal communication rather than sending energy-intensive emails
We prefer telephone calls to video calls.
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Travel
Selective sorting and waste management
We sort recyclable materials (cardboard, paper, plastic) in-house and place them in the designated bins located 50 metres away on Boulevard Anatole France
We have installed an outdoor ash bin which collects cigarette ends and converts them into fuel for energy production
We collect used batteries and small battery packs
We prioritise the purchase of eco-friendly products
We use reusable water bottles or small bottles which we refill as often as we like
We provide dog waste bags on request
We have fitted aerators to the taps in the Tourist Office premises to reduce water usage
Where possible, we purchase refurbished equipment.