LUXURY TRAVEL
Environment ( Our Environment ):
Conserving ecosystems and promoting biodiversity through research and restoration , based on science-based approaches spearheaded by trained biologists via Banyan Tree Labs . Guests can also participate in on-site sustainability and educational citizen science programs such as coral or tree planting , with over half a million trees planted since 2007 . Additionally , the Group ’ s commitment to annual reductions in energy emissions , water use and waste production is closely monitored by EarthCheck , the travel industry ’ s leading benchmark certification and environment management program .
Governance ( Our Responsibility ):
A multi stakeholder engagement approach that ensures accountability , a sustainable supply chain , responsible tourism and corporate governance . For example , Banyan Tree Group mandates a Supplier Code of Conduct requiring a commitment to maximum transparency in operations , with Food as a primary focus moving forward and a goal of 100 % completion by 2025 .
Society ( Our Communities ):
Providing sustainable workplaces for employees by ensuring diversity , satisfaction , health , safety and welfare , as well as investing in self-paced education programs to support long-term wellbeing . One mainstay is the Group ’ s Seedlings program , which has nurtured over 100 youths through vocational life skills coaching , education , mentorship and scholarship programs . To date , Banyan Tree Group employs over 8,000 employees worldwide who , along with their families , benefit from these programs .
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