One of the main and growing attractions for North Americans buying real estate in Playa del Carmen recently has been the increasing emphasis that the area is placing on respect for the environment and sustainability. This trend has been gaining momentum in both the tourism and real estate industries.
An excellent example of sustainability in the tourism industry has been the nearby ecological park called Xel-ha. This park is the first natural park in the world to receive the Green Globe Sustainable Tourism certification, granted by Earth Australia Check, and has become the first company in Quintana Roo to report its generated “carbon footprint”, which means that the park is showing a public and transparent commitment in the fight against climate change. The park is said to exceed most international environmental standards.
This same trend is becoming more evident in the Playa del Carmen real estate industry. The Professional Association of Real Estate Agents of Mexico (AMPI) has recently adopted a green approach, defined by its “AMPI Verde” program. In the nearby town of Tulum, the upcoming AMPI-sponsored real estate development and investment forum is focusing on sustainability. The Playa del Carmen forum is focusing on diversifying the economy of the area, while maintaining the green focus; One idea is to build a recycling plant.
Playa del Carmen properties also provide an opportunity to participate in this growing movement. Many developers now include sustainable principles in their design, such as energy efficiency and resource management (sustainable water treatment), and many new developments are preserving natural vegetation, integrating it into the overall design.
Condos and houses can certainly be found in sustainable developments. Playa del Carmen land is also available in nearby areas, with developments focused on the environment, leaving a large number of the original trees standing and again specifying construction that generates minimal disturbance to the environment.
Regardless of your point of view on environmental responsibility, Playa del Carmen offers suitable properties.
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