Farm 215 is a pioneer in sustainable hospitality and places the integrity of the natural eco-system first, with all practices aimed at keeping the human footprint at its lowest. All new buildings are powered by solar energy, produce comes from the farm itself or from the immediate surrounding area. Farm 215 is the home of the Center for Appropriate Rural Technology (CART). The CART is a laboratory for sustainable living and nature-compatible agriculture and provide courses in these sustainable techniques. Farm 215 is accredited by Fair Trade in Tourism South Africa.