Okada Manila, a premier Forbes 5-Star integrated resort in the Philippines, pledges its commitment to sustainability through its environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) vision and mission, embodied in the Okada Green Heart program.
This initiative highlights the dedication to reducing environmental impact, fostering community well-being, and promoting responsible business practices.
“The Okada Green Heart is all about embedding environmentally responsible practices into everything we do. It’s a comprehensive sustainability program with a 7-year roadmap based on the 2030 Agenda and the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. This ensures our efforts contribute meaningfully to global sustainability targets. We’re dedicated to reducing our environmental impact, promoting sustainable development, and making a positive difference in our community and the planet. Our program focuses on six key areas to achieve these goals,” said Byron Yip, President and Chief Operating Officer of Okada Manila.
Through advanced recycling facilities, on-site composting, and eco-friendly packaging, the company’s Waste Management system effectively reduces, reuses, and recycles waste.
Energy Efficiency is enhanced through innovative technologies and practices like installing motion sensors and in-room tablets for automatic adjustment of lighting, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems and 75 percent LED lighting usage in retail outlets.
Water Conservation efforts include graywater recycling systems, high-efficiency fixtures, and a sewage treatment plant that recycles all wastewater for non-potable uses, achieving zero discharge to Manila Bay.
Okada Manila is also committed to investing in team growth through comprehensive health and development programs, educational partnerships, and various corporate social responsibility initiatives.
Among its programs include annual free flu vaccination program benefiting 6,000 team members, blood donation drive in partnership with the Philippine Blood Center, and pioneering cervical cancer awareness and HPV vaccination program in collaboration with the DOH and Parañaque City Health Office.
The Safety, Security, and Welfare pillar prioritizes advanced technologies, robust health programs, and strict compliance with government standards. Okada was given the 2023 and 2024 Overall Champion title in the 11-IN-1 National Fire Brigade Competition for high-rise hotels, organized by the Safety Organization of the Philippines Inc.
As an entertainment and gaming destination, Okada Manila ensures Responsible Gaming through player support programs, education, counseling services, and advanced monitoring technology.
Okada has an Exclusion Program, in compliance with PAGCOR, which offers self-exclusion and family exclusion options. It also has Help Centers providing information and assistance for gambling problems. Okada also has guidelines for protecting minors from underage online gambling on Okada Online Casino devices.
To help achieve its ESG goals and objectives, Okada Manila formed strategic partnerships with corporations, civil societies, and government agencies, such as the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), Tourism Promotions Board (TPB), the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), and the City of Parañaque.
Key initiatives include Okada Manila’s collaboration with PAGCOR, in which the resort took part in the 1st International Responsible Gambling and Gaming Addiction conference to share innovative prevention and treatment approaches. With the DENR-NCR, Okada Manila conducted a tree planting activity at La Mesa Watershed, where 203 team members planted 300 forest tree seedlings. Additionally, the City of Parañaque’s “Bayanihan Cleanup Drive Para sa Kalikasan” saw over a thousand volunteers, including Okada Manila staff, remove 19 tons of trash from the coastal area, demonstrating the power of community service and environmental stewardship.
“We’re dedicated to making our operations more sustainable, from energy conservation to responsible sourcing, and these partnerships provide us access to new resources, expertise, and technologies to improve our overall performance within the ESG framework,” Yip highlighted.
