Environmental commitments | Chalet des Aiglons

Growing up close to nature

At Chalet des Aiglons, we are incredibly fortunate to grow and thrive in an exceptional environment, right in the heart of the Val d’Isère mountains. We view this closeness to nature as both a wonderful privilege and a meaningful responsibility.

Through our outdoor activities, hikes, discovery workshops, and daily entertainment, we gently teach children to respect the mountains, their wildlife, their flora, and the natural spaces around them. We encourage observation, curiosity, and an understanding of ecosystems to help foster a lasting environmental awareness from the very youngest age

Concrete actions in our daily routine

Environmental education is also about leading by example. In our daily routine, we implement simple yet effective actions to reduce our footprint:

Waste sorting and recycling, with active participation from the children.
Reducing paper use by utilizing digital tools whenever possible.
Mindful water and energy consumption across our facilities.
Reusing and repairing educational and sports equipment to extend its lifespan.
Limiting single-use items during activities and throughout the day.
Upcycling and reusing materials during arts and crafts workshops.
Regularly encouraging eco-friendly habits tailored to group and community living.”

More Responsible Sourcing

In our supply choices, we prioritize environmentally friendly solutions whenever possible:

Purchasing supplies and furniture backed by recognized eco-labels.
Using eco-friendly cleaning and hygiene products that are safer for children’s health and better for the environment.
Sourcing durable and reusable products to minimize waste production.
Selecting partners and suppliers who share our values of environmental responsibility.”

Supporting Local Businesses and Partners

Because protecting the environment also means supporting our region, we prioritize partnerships with local businesses and creators whenever possible.

This approach helps support the valley’s economy, promotes short supply chains, and minimizes transport-related impacts.”

Taking action to protect our mountains

The mountains are our adventure playground, but they are also a fragile environment that we must protect.

We regularly organize awareness activities with the children to keep our natural spaces clean, notably through litter-picking initiatives during some of our outings. These moments provide a practical understanding of how human behavior impacts the environment, empowering the children to play an active role in its preservation.

Passing on sustainable values

Beyond the activities we offer, we aim to pass on essential values to the children:

Respect for nature.
Solidarity and mutual support.
Individual and collective responsibility.
Discovering a lifestyle that is more respectful of the environment.

We are deeply convinced that today’s small actions help shape the responsible citizens of tomorrow.

A process of constant evolution

Our environmental commitment is part of a continuous improvement approach. Every year, we strive to strengthen our practices, develop new initiatives, and further raise awareness among the children entrusted to our care.

Protecting the mountains and inspiring the desire to safeguard them are an integral part of the educational projects at Chalet des Aiglons.

✓ Eco-friendly cleaning and hygiene products

✓ Year-round waste sorting and recycling

✓ Upcycling and creative recycling workshops

✓ Awareness initiatives for mountain protection

✓ Strong partnerships with local businesses