ELE|NA Sanctuaries Achieve Platinum Sustainable Spa & Wellness Accreditation Across Eight Maldives Locations

ELE|NA Sanctuaries, the wellness division of Atmosphere Core, has been awarded the Platinum Sustainable Spa & Wellness Accreditation, the highest distinction conferred by the Sustainable Wellness Group, across eight sanctuaries in the Maldives.

Platinum Recognition
- ELE|NA Sanctuaries have been awarded the Platinum Sustainable Spa & Wellness Accreditation by the Sustainable Wellness Group—the highest distinction possible. - This follows three consecutive years of Gold Standard accreditation, underscoring a long-term commitment to sustainability and regenerative wellness.

Key Sustainability Practices
- Energy management: solar energy, waste-heat recovery systems.
- Water stewardship: wastewater treatment for landscaping, on-site drinking water via reverse osmosis (reducing bottled water imports).
- Waste reduction: repurposing coconut shells into spa accessories, reusing retired linens as wellness products.
- Biodiversity & nature: locally sourced ingredients like hibiscus, pandan, butterfly pea, and ginger integrated into treatments.
- Human sustainability: staff wellbeing, guest engagement, and community partnerships.

Accredited Sanctuaries
- ELE|NA Ayur at OBLU Xperience Ailafushi
- ELE|NA Ayur at OBLU SELECT Lobigili
- ELE|NA Ayur at OBLU SELECT Sangeli
- ELE|NA Ayur at OBLU NATURE Helengeli by SENTIDO
- ELE|NA Ayur at RAAYA by Atmosphere
- ELE|NA Ayur at VARU by Atmosphere
- ELE|NA Elements of Nature at OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI
- ELE|NA Elements of Nature at OZEN LIFE MAADHOO

Leadership Insight
- Heidi Grimwood, Senior VP, Atmosphere Wellness Pvt. Ltd., noted: “Achieving Platinum reflects years of dedication… While we are proud of this milestone, we see it as part of an ongoing journey towards a more regenerative model of wellness hospitality.”

Looking Ahead
- ELE|NA plans to deepen supplier engagement, expand community partnerships, and enhance sustainability monitoring, ensuring wellness experiences deliver positive impact for guests, local communities, and the environment.

This achievement positions ELE|NA as a benchmark for sustainable wellness in the Maldives, blending luxury with ecological responsibility.