Our Journey
Our Sustainability Journey
When we launched our first hotel in Phuket, we had a vision of blending hospitality with sustainability. Since then, we have been on a journey, learning from experts, sharing our experiences, and participating in community-based and international efforts.
We have aligned our sustainability ambitions with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), while our proprietary Brand for Good framework seeks to unify our brands in efforts to protect the planet and uplift people.
Laguna Phuket (transformed from an abandoned tin mine site) awarded the American Express and International Hotel Association Environmental Award.
Green Imperative Fund introduced to finance environmental action and community-based projects in places where Banyan Tree has a presence.
First resortbased Marine Lab established in the Maldives.
Joined UN Global Compact Network Singapore with co-founder, Claire Chiang, serving as its first president.
First sustainability report published.
Started resource conservation, climate change awareness, and youth mentorship programme.
Banyan Global Foundation established.
Partnered with EarthCheck for sustainability certification.
Launch of ‘for Good’ initiatives across the Group.
- Conducted a materiality analysis with stakeholders that align with UN SDGs.
- Adopted GRI standards.
Essentials bath & body care and aromatherapy products reformulated.
Celebrated 25 years of Banyan Tree, 15 years of our Marine Lab and 10 years of the Global Foundation.
Started Greater Good Grants and implemented a supplier code of conduct.
- Environmental and community fund created in China.
- Joined the UNESCO Sustainable Travel Pledge.
Launched the Brand for Good framework across all properties, and began reporting against our material topics.
- Seedlings and Greening Communities programmes revitalised.
- Impact Award for Regenerative Design of the Year Category received for Buahan, a Banyan Tree Escape.
- Celebrated Banyan Group’s 30th Anniversary.
- Launched new facilities at Our Marine Lab in the Maldives, to engage guests, associates and local communities .
- Established the Rewilding Banyan Fund, pledging US$1 from every direct booking to support rewilding projects.
- Funded 30 initiatives with Greater Good Grants to mark our 30th Anniversary.