Sustainability at NIVA
Quiet luxury only makes sense when it feels gentle to the place that holds it.
NIVA is built around the idea of more meaning, less noise: slower stays, fewer but better choices, and a deep respect for the forests, fells, snow and water that make Syöte what it is.
Sustainability for us is not a single badge or promise, but everyday decisions, measured over time, and improved season by season.
Our Approach
We focus on what truly matters in the North: protecting nature, supporting local life, and keeping quality high without excess.
We follow responsible travel principles that are widely used in Finland, including the Sustainable Travel Finland development path as a benchmark for continuous improvement.
Energy and warmth, used wisely
In the Arctic, comfort matters. So does efficiency. We aim to reduce unnecessary energy use through practical choices: thoughtful heating habits, well-planned maintenance, and a preference for durable solutions that perform in winter conditions.
If you’re staying longer, small habits make a real difference: lowering indoor temperature slightly at night, keeping doors closed in cold weather, and using sauna and hot tub responsibly.
Quiet luxury is rarely disposable. We prioritize long-life materials, repairable items, and timeless design—so we can replace less, ship less, and waste less. We avoid “single-season” buying when a durable alternative exists.
Local value, local partners
A sustainable stay should benefit the place you’re visiting. We prioritize local services and partners when quality and reliability meet our standards helping keep skills, livelihoods and culture rooted in the North.
This aligns with how leading Lapland operators describe responsible tourism: nature protection, community benefit, and practical actions.
As NIVA grows, we’ll keep documenting the steps we take: what changes, what works, and what we’re still learning, so our sustainability stays as real as the landscape around us.