Inside Asian Gaming

2020 年 1月 IAG JAPAN 75 Melco Resorts volunteers and their families plant trees during 2019 Macao Green Week 2019年「マカオグリーンウィーク」にメルコリゾーツのボランティアとその家族が木を植える more than 1,000 tons of discarded materials. All Galaxy F&B outlets use biodegradable utensils and containers exclusively. MGM China has similarly moved to biodegradable takeaway containers and provides cutlery only upon request. Wynn Macau utilizes the internationally recognized Earth Check environmental management system at both of its IRs. In addition to its drinking water and food waste reduction initiatives (see main article), Wynn has undertaken community education through an environmental road show and sponsorship of the Smart City and Sustainability Forum with the University of Macau. Plastic straws have been replaced by reusable stainless steel straws where “appropriate and aesthetically pleasing,” Wynn writes in its sustainability report. It is in the process of phasing out remaining plastic straws, substituting them with bio-pot, made from a potato based compound that biodegrades within 24 months. SJM Holdings has taken numerous steps to reduce paper usage. The company, opening the Grand Lisboa Palace in Cotai this year, encourages paperless communications and uses recycled paper to produce company stationery. SJM also employs heat pumps for water heating. MGM China has moved to biodegradable containers for takeaway items and only provides cutlery upon request. Overall, it strives to minimize packaging. Operators also seek sustainable sourcing for a variety of commodities including produce, seafood and even cotton for linens.