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Joie of Going Green

Joie of Going Green

Surrounded by lush greenery amidst 27 acres of tropical woodlands and situated atop a cliff, Sofitel Singapore Sentosa Resort & Spa welcomes guests to a destination setting on Sentosa with a sense of place and well-being.

Our commitment to sustainable practices is no longer an exception but the norm. Building upon long-standing initiatives that impact our environment, guests, Sofitel Ambassadors and community, we endeavour to accelerate change through collaborations and achieve our goals in alignment with Accor’s global commitment and the Singapore Green Plan 2030.


Our Resort is proud to be a Green Globe-certified hotel. 

Please click here to view the Sustainability Management System Policy.

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People

In conjunction with AccorHotels RiiSE platform, our Resort is committed to fostering an environment and culture that is diverse, inclusive, free of bias and stereotype. Internship opportunities are availed to local and international hospitality and tourism establishments as part of the strategic planning to develop a pipeline of future hospitality talent.

Environment

As of 31 December 2022, all Accor properties globally have eliminated guest-related single-use plastics, to reduce pollution caused by single-use plastics. The Resort has implemented water-efficient fittings which has led to better water efficiency. 

Community

At Sofitel Singapore Sentosa, our commitment to creating a positive impact extends beyond luxury hospitality. From supporting women’s empowerment and raising awareness for breast cancer to championing sustainability and freshwater preservation, our CSR initiatives celebrate meaningful causes throughout the year. 

Community

International Women’s Day 2024

To commemorate International Women’s Day in support of United Women Singapore (UWS) – a local non-profit organisation that advances women’s empowerment and gender equality – $5 nett was donated to UWS for every adult-priced Purple Afternoon Tea sold to amplify the organisation’s outreach and message.

 

World Water Day 2024

Marking the occasion was the Sapphire Coast Cocktail, concocted by LeBar’s Head Mixologist Daniel Anthony. This vibrant libation, crafted with Japanese Cucumber Liqueur, lychees, blueberries, Blue Curaçao, prosecco and a hint of rosemary, not only delighted the palate with its exquisite blend but also symbolised the essence of the global water crisis. Its striking blue hue visually represented the purity of water, making it a perfect toast to the importance of freshwater preservation on this significant occasion.

 

Earth Hour 2024

Additionally, as part of the Resort’s continued commitment to sustainability and protection of the environment, a series of engagement with guests included the dimming of lights in all our dining outlets, encouraging the switching off of guestroom lighting, the creation of a specialty cocktail, a Kids’ Earth Hour activity sheet, and “La Lumière” dining centre pieces created using upcycled wine bottles and fairy lights.

 

Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2024

Every October marks the Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In support of this campaign by Breast Cancer Foundation, $5 nett per person will be donated to the organisation for every Pink Ribbon Afternoon Tea sold at LeBar to raise awareness for the cause.

 

Environment

Throughout Our Resort

As of 31 December 2022, all Accor properties globally have eliminated guest-related single-use plastics, to reduce pollution caused by single-use plastics. The Resort has implemented water-efficient fittings which has led to better water efficiency. Furthermore, the installation of LED lights has resulted in reduced energy consumption and improved energy savings; making Sofitel Singapore Sentosa Resort & Spa a Green Mark-certified building.

Moreover, plant and machinery are operated on duty cycle, which enables the machinery to be operated periodically as necessary and waste is separated to ensure the trash items can be easily recycled.

The implementation of gas heating for the hot water heaters contributes towards energy-saving measures, while the replacement of the older chiller system has led to a higher-efficiency chiller system.

As of November 2024, our Resort has been recognised with the Green Globe certification by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC). Comprising 44 criteria that include over 380 compliance indicators, the Green Globe Certification assesses and audits the Resort’s sustainability efforts spanning Sustainability Management, Social & Economic, Cultural Heritage and Environmental initiatives.

 

In Our Guestrooms

Apart from the LED television and wooden key card system, single-use bathroom amenities have been replaced by eco-friendly luxury amenities by Balmain. The dispensers and pumps for the shampoo, conditioner, body wash and body lotion are 100% recyclable. In addition, guests are encouraged to reuse their towels and bed linen to reduce water and electricity consumption.

In all guestrooms, water filter taps are installed, providing guests with purified drinking water.

 

Our Meetings Experience

As part of the advocacy among meetings participants, a Green Meeting Package will enable guests to adopt this as a best practice.

 

In Our Kitchens and Bar

To enhance our food resiliency measures, the Resort has set up a fruit, vegetable and herb garden. Garden by the Sea, located next to Kwee Zeen’s al fresco area, has over 35 varieties of plants, including lemons, a variety of basils and leafy vegetables.

In March 2023, the Resort was awarded Singapore Food Agency Farm-To-Table Recognition (Highest Tier) with at least 15% of local produce sourced across three or more food categories (Hen Shell Eggs, Leafy Vegetables, Beansprouts and/or Fish categories).

This award reinforces our Resort’s commitment to supporting local producers and at the same time, ensures we are part of a resilient food supply chain that is in alignment with the Singapore Green Plan 2030.

In addition, it ensures higher quality and fresher ingredients due to a shorter period of transportation. This also enables our chefs to showcase uniquely created menus that highlight local flavours.

By end of January 2025, our kitchens will be equipped with food digesters for recycling food waste. Here at the Resort, our culinary and banquet teams follow strict policies to minimise food wastage to reduce our carbon footprint, while ensuring that our guests’ well-being is taken care of. Together, we create an enriching dining experience that resonates with responsible consumption, guest satisfaction and environmental consciousness.

At LeBar, over 60% of the cocktails are made using locally grown ingredients, such as mint and other herbs for garnishes.

As part of Go Green SG in July 2023, the Resort launched two cocktails using ecoSPIRITS: Carbon Eclipse, made using ecoSPIRITS Rosemary Stem Tequila, Pineapple Core, Mango Juice and Egg White and The Urban Decay which is made using ecoSPIRITS Jackfruit Seed-infused Gin, Orange Skin and Black Lemons.

For every ecoTOTE refillable container ordered, one Spotted Mangrove plant will be seeded in the mangrove restoration forest in West Coast Sumatra. Click here to discover the Sofitel Singapore Sentosa Forest.

Additionally, following a review by the culinary and mixology teams and in collaboration with food tech suppliers, the restaurants and bar menus have been re-engineered to provide more green dining options for sustainability and guests’ well-being.

As part of our commitment towards supporting environmental initiatives, we collaborated with Witteveen+Bos ecologist Yukie Yokoyama in a pilot reef restoration project: creating Singapore’s first artificial oyster reef near the jetty of Changi Sailing Club. The first phase of the project was completed on 7 February 2024, six months after it had started. Our culinary team provided 60kg of oyster shells over one month for the project.

People

In conjunction with AccorHotels RiiSE platform, our Resort is committed to fostering an environment and culture that is diverse, inclusive, free of bias and stereotype. Internship opportunities are availed to local and international hospitality and tourism establishments as part of the strategic planning to develop a pipeline of future hospitality talent.