Sea Breeze Hotel Receives the International Green Key Certification

As Sea Breeze celebrates its 20th anniversary, the resort city continues to consistently advance its commitment to sustainable development. One of this year's key milestones was Sea Breeze Hotel receiving the prestigious Green Key certification — one of the world's leading international standards for environmental responsibility and sustainable management in the tourism and hospitality industry. The certificate was personally received by Emin Agalarov, Founder and Owner of the Sea Breeze resort city.

Sea Breeze Hotel has become the first independent hotel in Azerbaijan to be awarded the Green Key certification. The certification is granted following an independent international assessment of compliance with the Green Key programme's rigorous criteria. It confirms that the hotel meets strict international standards in environmental management, responsible use of natural resources, and the implementation of sustainable practices throughout its daily operations.

Sustainable development is one of the strategic priorities of Sea Breeze. The resort continues to implement energy-efficient solutions, including the use of solar power, while actively reducing single-use plastic consumption. A growing network of pedestrian promenades and walking routes encourages environmentally friendly mobility, and transportation throughout the resort is supported by golf carts and electric scooters, helping to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Particular attention is also given to the expansion of green spaces. Today, landscaped areas across Sea Breeze exceed 300 hectares and include more than 11 million trees, shrubs, and other plants. The continued development of these green zones helps preserve biodiversity, improve the local microclimate, and create a healthier and more comfortable environment for both residents and visitors.

Over the past 20 years, Sea Breeze has evolved from the vision of a seaside resort community on the Caspian coast into one of the region's largest privately developed mixed-use and lifestyle destinations. Today, Sea Breeze is a modern resort city where architecture, infrastructure, natural landscapes, innovative technologies, and vibrant community life are united by a shared commitment to sustainability—creating an exceptional environment for living, working, and leisure.