Low Impact Construction Process
Most resort properties indiscriminately bulldoze their parcels before building their huge projects. They literally obliterate the natural foliage to make way for their extensive concrete structures. Once they finish building their opulent installations, they hire a professional landscaper to come in and plant token gardens and man made landscaping elements. Often times, they utilize imported plants and not the indigenous native plants that were originally on the parcel.

When we developed Taninah, we took great care to work with the naturally present plant life so that we would have a minimal impact on the surroundings. We selectively cleared only what was indispensable to achieve our goals. Often, we redesigned or adjusted the location of elements in order to spare a tree or bush.

By choosing to stay at Taninah, you are in fact supporting responsible development which in turn contributes to the environment in a positive manner while helping to sustain this beautiful region of Mexico for future generations to come.

Eco Friendly Construction Methods
We use indigenous, renewable building materials like limestone, grass thatch, and select timber to provide naturally cool accommodations while safeguarding the environment. We’ve only used concrete sparingly, preferring to be surrounded by natural materials while maintaining a high level of comfort.

Low Density Development
The combined footprint of all our constructed elements only utilizes 2.5% of our property’s total surface area. This means that 97.5% of our property is “green.” Needless to say, Taninah is a shining example of profitable, low density development which more resorts around the world should emulate for the good of their immediate environments and indeed the world.

Solar Energy
Taninah is off the electrical grid, yet constant 110 volt energy is available throughout the property. Our energy system is quite extensive. It consists of 12 solar panels; a battery bank of 32 batteries; a 5,000 watt Trace Inverter; a 25,000 watt sound attenuated main LP generator; and two 6,500 watt back up LP generators which are fed by a 2,800 liter main propane tank and two 1,000 liter back up tanks. Barring a combination of rare and catastrophic failures, pure and constant 110 volt electricity is available 24/7.

Energy Efficient Appliances
We use highly efficient and clean burning LP appliances. These include water heaters, refrigerators, BBQ grills, oven, stove, and perhaps most importantly generators.

Waste Reduction and Reuse
By consciously purchasing items and supplies which are not excessively packaged and by reusing these items whenever possible, we reduce our waste flow and promote recycling. We recycle all paper and aluminum products as well as all biodegradable waste which we compost to eventually use as fertilizer in our ornamental gardens.

Composting Toilets
We use waterless composting toilets that prevent contamination of the sensitive underground river systems. By safeguarding these all important and fragile eco systems, we prevent further damage to our spectacular, yet delicate ocean reef structures. Our composting toilets also provide an ideal solution for biodegradable waste disposal. Ultimately, the organic material generated from these composting bathrooms can be utilized as fertilizer for our ornamental gardens.

Recycling Materials
Although there are no commercial recycling plants in this part of Mexico, we do our best to recycle water, paper, cardboard, and aluminum products.

Composting
All our biodegradable kitchen and garden “trash” is placed in our composters to create organic compost which we then use as fertilizer in our ornamental gardens.

Laundry on Request
In an effort to conserve energy, water, LP gas, and laundry products, we wash linens only upon request. Of course, this practice also minimizes the amount of detergent being released back into the environment.

Natural Soap and Shampoo
At Taninah, we stock our bathrooms with all natural soap bars, shampoo, and conditioners, thereby reducing chemicals in our gray water system.

Paper Plates and Cups
In an effort to reduce water waste and detergent use, we stock our kitchen with paper plates and plastic cups. After use, the paper plates are discarded in our composting trash can so we can later add them to all other biodegradable trash in our composting bins.