Banyan Group Hits 100-Property Milestone, Embeds Sustainability in Core Strategy

Event summary

  • Banyan Group released its 2025 Sustainability Report, marking 20 years of reporting and reaching 100 properties.
  • Completed its first double materiality assessment, shifting to an enterprise-wide sustainability approach.
  • Opened Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree, Singapore’s first hotel with BCA Green Mark Super Low Energy (Platinum) Award.
  • Delivered 1.5 million training hours and supported 2,000 direct beneficiaries through 32 Greater Good Grants projects in 2025.

The big picture

Banyan Group’s shift from program-led sustainability initiatives to an enterprise-wide strategy reflects a broader industry trend of embedding ESG principles into core business operations. The Group’s 100-property milestone and its focus on regenerative tourism position it as a leader in sustainable hospitality, though scaling these practices across diverse global markets will be critical to long-term success.

What we're watching

ESG Execution
Whether Banyan Group can sustain its 1.4% reduction in GHG emission intensity and 13% decrease in waste generation amid continued expansion.
Community Impact
How the Group’s 40 action areas across three Impact Pathways will translate into measurable value for host communities.
Regulatory Compliance
The pace at which Banyan Group integrates environmental standards into a unified management system to meet evolving sustainability regulations.