Fit for the future

At Papendal, sport and sustainability go hand in hand. Their philosophy? Investing in sustainable choices today means creating a better, more future-proof world tomorrow. Under the motto “Fit for the future”, they’re building an environment that supports both athletes and nature.

During our visit, Anouk took us behind the scenes. From waste separation to smart energy use and healthy food: every choice is made with care. Think of an on-site vegetable garden, nutritious meals prepared with fresh ingredients, and a smart waste system that makes separating easy for everyone.

A complete approach to sustainability

Papendal doesn’t just tick boxes—they go all in. Here’s what they’ve already achieved:

  • 3,200 solar panels across the site

  • An underground thermal energy storage system (WKO) with 800 meters of piping

  • Charging stations for electric cars

  • Green zones to promote biodiversity and eco-conscious landscaping

  • Even sportswear gets a second life through collection and reuse

This commitment hasn’t gone unnoticed. Papendal proudly carries the Green Key label—an international mark of excellence for sustainable businesses.

The choice of Papendal: BINBIN Globular 60×3

The Globular 60×3 is suitable for collecting 3 to 6 waste streams.

  • Each compartment can be completely modularly divided
  • 100% made from circular materials, including bamboo and recycled steel
  • Also available with pedals on each compartment
  • The bin can be personalised with a magnetic wrap with your own print
  • ISO 9001 – 14001 certified
  • Dutch Design
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Sustainability for athletes and guests

What makes Papendal unique is its dual focus. Elite athletes train here daily, while the hotel and conference centre welcomes guests from all over. These groups have different needs. Athletes want a fast, efficient system that fits their tight schedules. Guests, on the other hand, value comfort, awareness, and a healthy environment.

Papendal’s hotel team knows exactly how to bridge that gap. From the kitchen to the waste stations, every detail is designed to make sustainable choices feel easy—and appealing.

The role of BINBIN waste bins

One thing became crystal clear during our tour: waste separation is a core part of Papendal’s sustainable approach. You’ll find our BINBIN bins all over the property—at the main building, the sports fields, and in the hotel.

So why BINBIN? Because smart can be stylish:

With BINBIN, waste separation becomes easier, more visible, and even attractive. And the results speak for themselves: since the bins were introduced, residual waste has been reduced by 50%. That’s real impact.

Shaping new habits together

Behaviour only changes when you make it simple. And at Papendal, they see it happen every day. Athletes, guests, and staff are sorting their waste better thanks to:

  • Logical bin placement

  • Clear waste streams

  • Smart positioning throughout the site

Our bins aren’t obstacles—they’re invitations. Separating waste here feels like second nature. And that’s exactly how it should be.

On the road to a carbon-neutral future

Papendal isn’t just focused on today—they’re looking ahead. The electric vehicle fleet is expanding, and the goal is to be completely CO₂-neutral by 2030. Here, sport and sustainability move forward together—for now and for the future.

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