Mulia Bali: 97.5% Waste Reduction & EarthCheck Regional Leader
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Introduction
Nusa Dua, Bali – 2 September 2025 – As Bali faces mounting waste pressures following the closure of TPA Suwung, Mulia Bali achieves a 97.5% reduction in landfill waste per guest night, setting a benchmark in sustainable tourism.
EarthCheck 2024 Benchmark – Key Results
- 97.5% reduction in landfill waste per guest night (0.550 L → 0.116 L).
- Full compliance with EarthCheck standards for energy, water, waste, and emissions.
- Recognition for eco-certified cleaning products and waste recycling initiatives.
- 17% reduction in potable water use per guest night.
Waste Reduction in Practice
- Glass recycling tripled with zero landfill contribution.
- Paper recycling doubled (310 kg → 615 kg), minimal landfill.
- Plastic recycling increased (150 kg → 395 kg), only 3 kg to landfill.
- Staff-wide training and certified waste partner collaborations.
Sustainable Operations in Action
- Elimination of single-use plastics, replaced by biodegradable alternatives.
- On-site composting and organic waste recovery.
- Closed-loop water systems for irrigation and rainwater harvesting.
- Biodiversity initiatives, including fruit donation to temples for wildlife.
- Electric vehicle options for guest transport.
Supporting Bali’s Waste Transition
Mulia Bali demonstrates property-level responsibility in waste management, easing strain on public infrastructure and setting an example for decentralized solutions.
A Leading Example in Asia-Pacific
Ranks in the top 10% of luxury properties under the EarthCheck Certified Benchmarking Programme, recognized for measurable environmental stewardship and long-term impact.
Key Achievements
- Landfill waste reduced below 1 L per guest night.
- Glass, paper, and plastic recycling significantly increased.
- Water use efficiency improved by 17%.
Sustainable Practices
- Biodegradable alternatives to single-use plastics since 2017.
- On-site composting and organic waste recovery.
- Closed-loop water systems, rainwater harvesting, wastewater recycling.
- Electric vehicles and sustainability training for staff.
Conclusion
Mulia Bali sets a new standard in sustainable tourism, demonstrating how luxury resorts can achieve measurable environmental impact while supporting Bali's waste transition and protecting cultural and natural heritage.
Nusa Dua, Bali – 2 September 2025 – As the island contends with mounting pressure following the closure of TPA Suwung, its largest landfill site, The Mulia, Mulia Resort & Villas – Nusa Dua, Bali proudly announces a near-zero waste to landfill milestone: a 97.5% reduction in landfill waste per guest night, as certified by the 2024 EarthCheck Benchmarking Report.
This achievement demonstrates how decentralised, data-driven sustainability at the property level plays a vital role as Bali undertakes urgent infrastructure reform. Opened 12 years ago as the island’s first and largest multi-resort lifestyle destination, Mulia Bali offers 745 rooms, suites, and villas across three integrated resorts, supported by nine restaurants and bars, as well as full-scale wedding and MICE facilities.
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This achievement demonstrates how decentralised, data-driven sustainability at the property level plays a vital role as Bali undertakes urgent infrastructure reform. Opened 12 years ago as the island’s first and largest multi-resort lifestyle destination, Mulia Bali offers 745 rooms, suites, and villas across three integrated resorts, supported by nine restaurants and bars, as well as full-scale wedding and MICE facilities.
Despite this scale, the resort reduced landfill waste to less than a single litre per guest night — setting a rare and remarkable benchmark for large-format luxury resorts in the region.
EarthCheck 2024 Benchmark – Key Results
- 97.5% reduction in landfill waste per guest night — from 0.550 L in 2023 to just 0.116 L in 2024; a fivefoldimprovement year-on-year and well below the regional average of ~0.30 L.
- Mulia Bali was recognised regionally for its waste recycling efforts and the use of eco-certified cleaning products.
- Potable water use improved by 17%, falling from 1,893 L to 1,568 L per guest night, despite the resort’s extensive pools and landscaping.
- The resort achieved full compliance with EarthCheck standards for energy, water, waste, and emissions.
How Mulia Bali Achieved It: Waste Reduction in Practice
Mulia Bali’s success stems from long-term, hands-on investment in waste management infrastructure and operational consistency:
- Glass recycling tripled in volume, with zero landfill contribution in both 2023 and 2024.
- Paper recycling doubled, from 310 kg to 615 kg, while landfill remained steady at just 5 kg.
- Plastic recycling increased from 150 kg to 395 kg, with landfill limited to 3 kg.
- In-house waste stream segregation, staff-wide sustainability training, and collaboration with certified waste partners enable these outcomes.
Sustainable Operations in Action
For over a decade, Mulia Bali has embedded sustainability into its daily operations:
- Early elimination of single-use plastics, replaced with cassava-based biodegradable alternatives since 2017
- On-site composting and organic waste recovery
- Closed-loop water systems, including rainwater harvesting and wastewater recycling for landscape irrigation
- Comprehensive staff training, sustainability auditing, and performance tracking
- Biodiversity-conscious initiatives include a newly launched fruit donation programme, with surplus edible produce distributed to nearby temples to feed long-tailed macaques (Macaca fascicularis) and support displaced wildlife
- Electric vehicle options available for guest transportation, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and supporting a lower-carbon travel experience
These efforts advance several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, including:
- SDG 6 – Clean Water and Sanitation
- SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production
- SDG 13 – Climate Action
- SDG 15 – Life on Land
Supporting Bali’s Waste Transition
Since chronic overcapacity forced TPA Suwung to close, Bali’s tourism and hospitality sectors must now deliverdecentralised waste solutions. Mulia Bali demonstrates how property-level responsibility can support systemic change — easing the strain on public infrastructure while helping to protect the island’s natural and cultural heritage.
Through its proactive waste reduction model, Mulia Bali offers a working blueprint for what sustainable tourism lookslike in practice: staff quietly implement, precisely measure, and deeply embed these efforts.
A Leading Example in Asia-Pacific
Mulia Bali ranks among the top 10% of luxury hospitality properties in the region under the EarthCheck Certified Benchmarking Programme. EarthCheck awards this honour only to operations that consistently exceed global performance standards across key sustainability metrics. The resort joins a select group of global leaders in responsible tourism, recognised for achieving measurable impact and demonstrating long-term environmental stewardship.
Mulia Bali Sets New Standard in Sustainable Tourism Amid Island-Wide Waste Crisis
As Bali faces escalating waste management challenges following the closure of its largest landfill, TPA Suwung, Mulia Bali has emerged as a leader in sustainable hospitality. The resort achieved a remarkable 97.5% reduction in landfill waste per guest night, as certified by the 2024 EarthCheck Benchmarking Report.
Key Achievements:
Landfill Waste Reduction: Decreased from 0.550 L per guest night in 2023 to just 0.116 L in 2024, surpassing the regional average of ~0.30 L.
Recycling Initiatives:
- Glass recycling tripled, with zero landfill contribution.
- Paper recycling doubled, maintaining minimal landfill waste.
- Plastic recycling increased significantly, with only 3 kg sent to landfill.
- Water Conservation: Reduced potable water use by 17%, from 1,893 L to 1,568 L per guest night.
Sustainable Practices:
- Eliminated single-use plastics in favor of biodegradable alternatives since 2017.
- Implemented on-site composting and organic waste recovery systems.
- Established closed-loop water systems, including rainwater harvesting and wastewater recycling for landscape irrigation.
- Provided electric vehicle options for guest transportation, reducing carbon footprint.
Supporting Bali's Waste Transition:
With the closure of TPA Suwung, Bali's tourism and hospitality sectors are adopting decentralized waste solutions. Mulia Bali's proactive approach serves as a model for sustainable tourism, demonstrating how property-level responsibility can alleviate pressure on public infrastructure and protect the island's natural and cultural heritage.
