Sustainability at Kala Surf
At Kala Surf, sustainability isn’t something we just talk about, it's a way of life we try to learn and share with our team every day.Over the years, we’ve seen how small choices add up, so we do our best to makethe right ones and care for the oceans and natural spaces around us.
We regularly join beach cleanups, have completely eliminated single-use plastics across the camp, and even carried out workshops to learn about composting which led to our own full compost system and hydroponic garden here at camp.
Across Kala we’ve designed simple systems that make living sustainably easyfor us and our guests during their stay. You’ll find refillable water stations for staff and guests, refillable bathroom amenities in every room, and biodegradable cups and containers for all our food and drinks. Our partnership with Urban Compost turns kitchen scraps into nutrient-rich soil for local gardens, closing the loop on waste in a waythat feels tangible.
Behind the scenes we’ve also made small design choices like energy-efficient LED lighting and a rainwater collection system to help us conserve power and water. Fresh herbs from our hydroponic garden go straight to our kitchen, and the koi pond keeps a calm balance at the heart of the camp.
We’re still learning, but proud of the steps we’ve taken creating a space that feels good to live in, for us, our guests, and the island we call home.
Supporting Our Local Community
Kala Surf is deeply connected to the localcommunity, and we do our best to supportand collaborate with the people who makethis place what it is. From surfers and artiststo local makers and repair experts, webelieve in growing together and keepingopportunities close to home.
We sponsor young Indonesian surfers and support their training, helping them build confidence and chase their goals. We also back local surf competitions and often help cover travel, accommodation, and entry costs creating more chances for Indonesian surfers to compete and showcase their talent.
We work closely with Eko (80), a local shaper and the craftsman behind StudioRepair. His work keeps surfboards in use and out of landfills repairing instead of replacing, and showing younger surfers the value of sustainable craftsmanship. It’s the kind of local knowledge we’re proud to support and share.
Our surf skate park is open every day andfree for locals, giving kids and young surfers a safe space to practise, hang out, and grow their confidence both on and off the board.
Whether it’s collaborating with local talent, backing young surfers, or creating spaces that bring people together, community isn’t something we do on the side it’s what Kala is built on.