Eco-resort in the Caribbean: Mosquito Island
Richard Branson, the adventuring chairman of the Virgin Group of companies, has plans for his newest property, Mosquito Island, to be transformed into what he touts as the most environmentally-friendly resort on the globe. He envisions 20 villas and a beachfront restaurant powered entirely by wind turbines and solar panels. The eco-resort's buildings would capture cool thermal airflows, eliminating the need for air conditioners. The guests' food would come from an organic orchard, and beach buggies would be powered by bio-fuels. Branson believes soaring global oil prices can be the catalyst to spur governments worldwide to develop their own eco-projects.