As a global leader in the Leisure and Hospitality industry, we aim to provide world-class services and entertainment in a safe, responsible and sustainable environment.

Food & Oil Waste Management

According to a report by the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) released in April 2023, Malaysians waste a staggering 8.3 million metric tonnes of food annually, each contributing 259.82kg to this troubling statistic. To tackle this, we started composting food waste and converting it into in December 2023. We aim to convert an average of one tonne of food waste to fertiliser each day in 2024 and beyond.

In addition to responsible waste management, we began to recycle used oil to protect waterways from pollution and promotes a circular economy. In 2023, we collected approximately 102,918kg used cooking oil. These are subsequently managed and recycled by third party vendors.

How Much Do We Consume?

With millions of visitors annually, the Resorts World Genting uses vast amounts of produce, meats, seafood, and other ingredients. This reality also comes with the opportunity for us to implement sustainable measures. This sheer scale has the potential to inspire innovative upcycling initiatives, transforming food waste into valuable resources or even repurposed ingredients, driving a more sustainable future.

Plastic Waste Management

We have phased out the use of plastic water bottles at the resort and save around 800,000 plastic bottles monthly. We have stopped the usage of plastic straws and offer eco-friendly straws made of bamboo, wheat or paper. We target to recycle 50% of all plastic waste within the resort in the next 3 years.

Chemical Waste

Genting Malaysia complies with the Environmental Quality (Scheduled Wastes) Regulations 2005. Scheduled wastes are managed, labelled, and safely stored in designated areas. Licensed collectors authorised by the Department of Environment (DOE) handle the disposal of these wastes.

Scheduled Waste

RWG partnered with Soap Cycling (“SC”), a non-profit organisation that collects, processes and distributes lightly-used soap bars and bottled amenities from the hospitality industry. SC sorts, recycles and distributes the soap in local communities.

Effluents

RWG operates ten Sewerage Treatment Plants (“STPs”) to treat sewage before discharging it into natural waterways. This effluent adheres to the Effluent Discharge Standards outlined in the Malaysian Inland Waters Standard A within the Environmental Quality (Sewage) Regulations 2009.

Source Locally

Genting Malaysia prioritises local contractors and vendors for its projects, sourcing local products, materials, and subcontractors whenever feasible.

In 2023, Genting Malaysia allocated approximately 94% of its procurement spending across operations in Malaysia, the UK, Egypt to local suppliers, accounting for a substantial total spend value of RM1.9 billion on local procurement as of 31 December 2023.

Genting Malaysia creates opportunities for developing and upskilling local suppliers. Through initiatives focused on training, awareness, and development, we aim to enhance the capabilities and capacities of our local partners, fostering sustainable growth and contributing to the overall economic development of our local communities.

Biodiversity Protection

Malaysia’s rich ecosystems teem with flora and fauna and is home to over 60% of the world’s known species. Among the various regions in Malaysia, Genting Highlands stands out as an ecologically rich region known for its distinctive montane environment. Genting Malaysia owns over 10,000 acres of prime virgin montane rainforests in Genting Highlands.

Genting Highlands’ lush tropical montane rainforests house a rich diversity of flora and fauna, recording more than 460 species of higher plants, including 23 genera of Orchidaceae. They boast numerous endemic, rare and native species, such as 40 families of Siamang (Wild Black Gibbons), over 254 bird species, the endangered Serow (Wild Mountain Goats), the Dusky and Surili Leaf Monkeys, unique montane Pitcher Plants, Conifer and Wild Highland Tea. The Thismia limkokthayi, a distinct species within the mycoheterotrophic genus Thismia, is found only in the montane forests adjacent to Chin Swee Temple.

Genting Malaysia honours legally protected areas, meticulously planning developments to prevent harm to species listed in the International Union for Conservation of Nature (“IUCN”) Red List.

Different forest and habitat preservation programmes are underway at each park. We conduct biodiversity impact assessments at four levels: global, policy, programme and planning, and project. Genting Malaysia collaborates with various organisations, external agencies, and species experts, including Jabatan Perhilitan Malaysia, and the Forest Research Institute Malaysia.

Our biodiversity and conservation efforts are centred on the following key areas of focus:

Conservation

Implementing initiatives to ensure continued survival and propagation of biodiversity.

Preservation

Preserving and maintaining land kept as forest reserves or undeveloped land.

Sustainability

Effective resource management, green investments and utilisation of environmentally-friendly technologies, supported by institutional changes to promote conservation and education efforts.

Education

Informing and communicating data to the public to raise awareness of the importance of biodiversity.

Energy Management

Energy is critical for the present and future of our world. We are committed to actively addressing energy use by:

As energy demands surge due to global growth, we intensify efforts to transform our energy systems.
This transformation boosts efficiency and embraces renewable sources to combat climate change. Transparently reporting carbon and energy performance to stakeholders is a crucial commitment. We actively address climate-related risks and opportunities in board and management meetings.

Genting SustainBiz Food & Beverage Expo (10-12.09.2024)

As we wrap Resorts World Genting’s first B2B Sustainability F&B Expo, we celebrate an event that has set a new standard for sustainability-driven collaboration that has brought together over 2,000 trade visitors and exhibitors in an exchange of ideas and innovations. This expo featured cutting-edge product displays, thought-provoking panel discussions, and inspiring speaker sessions, creating a platform for international F&B leaders to connect, share, and advance the future of sustainable practices. This remarkable gathering not only highlighted the industry's progress but also ignited new opportunities for growth and innovation in sustainability.

Introduction of Plant-Based Dishes

In September 2024, Resorts World Genting is taking a significant step toward promoting sustainability and healthier dining options by introducing a range of plant-based dishes at its participating outlets in collaboration with Nestle Harvest Gourmet. This initiative aims to cater to the growing demand for plant-based meals while encouraging guests to embrace a more eco-conscious lifestyle. By partnering with a trusted brand like Nestlé, Resorts World Genting is positioning itself at the forefront of the plant-based movement in the hospitality industry, appealing to both health-conscious and environmentally-aware customers.