Reaffirming its position as the global leader in sustainable tourism, Emirates\' Wolgan Valley Resort and Spa has maintained its carbon neutral status for the second year in a row with a carboNZeroCert recertification. As the first, and still the only hotel in the world to achieve carboNZero certification by an internationally accredited greenhouse gas certification scheme, the announcement comes after a full year of operation and reinforces the resort\'s commitment to sustainability and conservation. A scenic three-hour drive from Sydney and nestled between two national parks bordering the Blue Mountains World Heritage Area, Wolgan Valley was selected by Emirates after an extensive research for a location that lent itself to world-class conservation-based practices. \"Wolgan Valley completely embraces sustainability whilst enhancing the guest experience by delivering the first-class standards and quality expected from luxury resorts,\" said Joost Heymeijer, General Manager, Wolgan Valley Resort & Spa. Article continues below \"Maintaining our status as carbon neutral is important and aligns with Wolgan Valley Resort and Spa\'s philosophy and values. We\'re completely accountable for our environmental impact and reducing our carbon footprint,\" he added. \"It is gratifying to see our pioneering efforts have proven worthwhile.\" The certification indicates that the greenhouse gas emissions associated with Wolgan Valley\'s operations have been independently measured and verified in accordance with international standards.