Macau casino operator Galaxy Entertainment Group Ltd has launched what it says is Macau’s first “Landscape Resources Upcycling Programme”. The initiative recycles greenery waste generated across its properties into materials for use in its hotel and meetings businesses.
The casino operator said the programme, developed in partnership with local environmental technology company Chazence, forms part of its efforts to support China’s “dual carbon” goals and the Macau government’s environmental policies.
Galaxy Entertainment said the scheme transforms landscape resources generated through daily maintenance work at its resorts into “innovative and sustainable materials” using plant extraction and synthesis technologies.
The materials are already being used in guest facilities – including as room-door hangers and for menus – at Capella at Galaxy Macau; Andaz Macau; and the Galaxy International Convention Center (GICC) at the group’s flagship property, Galaxy Macau.
Galaxy Entertainment stated that it was the “first integrated tourism and leisure operator in Macau” to implement an upcycling model for landscape resources, adding that the initiative supports the development of the city’s circular economy.
The casino firm noted that Galaxy Macau features more than 66,000 square metres (710,418 sq. feet) of landscaped greenery, providing a significant source of organic materials for the programme.
The launch coincided with activities marking World Environment Day. Galaxy Entertainment said it participated in Macau’s programme for the “National Event on World Environment Day 2026 and Beautiful China Promotion Week”, organised by the city’s Environmental Protection Bureau.
The company also said it donated proceeds from its annual plastic bag fee collection to the Fuhong Society of Macau, with the funds earmarked for recycling initiatives and vocational training opportunities for people with disabilities.
In addition, the firm switched off non-essential exterior lighting at its properties for one hour on June 5 and encouraged staff to adopt energy-saving practices.
