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Low-Carbon Transition
Advance energy efficiency and renewable solutions to address climate change
Energy Efficiency
Design buildings that conserve electricity and deploy new technologies to reduce energy consumption during ongoing operations
Renewable Energy
Seek out renewable energy solutions, including on-site solar thermal and solar photovoltaic systems and renewable energy credits
Transportation
Transition guest shuttle buses to electric and clean-fuel sources and leverage carbon offsets for hard-to-decarbonize air and ferry travel
We are focused on reducing our climate impact in line with the United Nations Paris Agreement. Guided by our science-based emissions target, we are methodically lowering our carbon output through initiatives in energy efficiency, renewable energy and conversion to low-emission vehicles.
In 2023, our Cotai Water Jet launched a new initiative that enables passengers to offset their carbon footprint while using our Cotai Water Jet ferries. The offsets support sustainable management of the Guoluo grassland in China, which aims to restore degraded grassland ecosystems, increase grassland coverage, and improve the local biodiversity of the Three River Source Region in mainland China. The offsets also support a wind farm in Thailand generating clean electricity that displaces energy sourced from fossil fuels. Our Sands ECO360 Carbon Neutral Program is not-for-profit: all payments received are used to purchase carbon offset credits from a verified carbon offsets projects’ portfolio, effectively neutralizing the carbon emitted on the ferry journey.
WASTE
Promote reduction, reuse and recycling of products and materials
Food Waste
Tackle one of our largest waste streams through prevention, donation and diversion
Construction Waste
Responsibly handle construction waste from new developments, remodels and renovations
Operational Waste
Recycle whenever possible and find opportunities to reduce waste generation
We prioritize reducing our largest waste streams through prevention, process management and ongoing education. With a focus on food, operational and construction waste, these efforts are critical components of our overall resource conservation strategy.
In 2023, we have focused on exploring circular solutions to responsibly manage waste. In exploring solutions, we conducted trials to repurpose the coconut shells as mulch for landscaping. We worked with local vendors who provided various shredding mechanisms to process shells into mulch. In addition, our F&B team worked with our Procurement and Supply Chain team to replace existing green coconut with alternative coconut without husk, helping reduce 80% weight of coconut shells.
In September 2023, Sands China launched its Retailer Sustainability Training Program. This program aims at introducing our Sands ECO360 Global Sustainability Strategy, as well as how retail shops could cooperate with our sustainability initiatives, apply waste recycling guidelines, benefiting from resource recycling. Retailer participants that attended our sessions had the opportunity to learn and support Sands China’s recommendations on waste management. Among them the below stores/brands:
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MATERIALS AND RESOURCES
Increase purchasing of sustainable products and services
Plastic and Packaging
Replace single-use products and packaging with sustainable alternatives and transition to reuse models where possible
Responsible Sourcing
Integrate sustainability into our properties’ total life cycles by utilizing environmentally preferred materials, technologies, products an services
In striving for sustainability, we take a responsible approach to the products and services we use in our business by aiming to replace harmful materials with renewable and sustainable alternatives and ensuring we procure environmentally responsible goods and services.
To celebrate World Oceans Day on June 8th, the Parisian Macao’s authentic French bistro Brasserie launched a thoughtfully curated dinner menu featuring sustainable and responsibly sourced seafood. The four-course
dinner menu created an authentic and sustainable sea-to-table dining experience for guests.
In July 2023, we commenced the transition to cage-free eggs in our hotels and restaurants in line with our target of being 100% cage-free by 2028.
WATER STEWARDSHIP
Protect, conserve and reuse water resources
water efficiency
Upgrade fixtures and systems, enact water-conservation policies and encourage sensible water usage
water reuser
Increase use of non-potable water for landscaping, restorooms, cooling towers and other users
ecosystems
Partner with regional water champions to reinvigorate biodiverse ecosystems, increase resiliency, engage communities and leverage water technologies
Water is one of the planet’s most precious natural resources, and we are dedicated to using it wisely. From protecting our region’s waterways to using water efficiently in our operations, our conservation initiatives are a top sustainability priority.
We sponsored University of Saint Joseph’s Sea of Plastic: A Recycled Art Exhibition, which harnessed the power of creativity to tell stories about the impact of plastics on the environment, wildlife and human lives. The exhibition featured 3D displays created by students and local artists who built their art pieces from recycled plastics and materials collected at beach cleanups and other sources of recycled materials.
Biodiversity
Reduce deforestation, protect marine environments and preserve natural ecology
To advance our biodiversity strategy, we have been working to understand the impact we make on oceans, fresh water and land and act according to a defined hierarchy of mitigation actions.
We sponsored the Manna for People Association’s “Therapeutic Garden”, a first-of-its-kind farming project in Macao that aims to promote sustainability and provide a healing experience for members of the Association for Rehabilitation of Drug Abusers of Macau (ARTM).
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