Sands ECO360° Quarterly “A Quarterly Insight into LVSC Sustainability Activities”

By: Mandy Martin, Global Sustainability Manager

Highlights of this issue >>>

New ‘video’ buttons throughout newsletter

Potential $50,000 grant for student ideas

Bollywood shines a green spotlight on Macao

Q3 2013

Big Achievement >>>

LVSC: Top 10% in Carbon Disclosure

For the first time, Las Vegas Sands is included in the

Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) Global 500 Climate

Disclosure Leadership Index (CDLI). The index recognizes

companies listed on the FTSE Global Equity Index Series

that are in the top ten percent in disclosing climate

change information. CDP CEO Paul Simpson comments,

“Companies … included in the CDLI have demonstrated

leading practices for the measurement of greenhouse

gas emissions and energy use and transparency of their

climate change strategy.“ Well done, Sands ECO360o.

The meeting facilities at Las Vegas Sands’

Singapore and Las Vegas properties are now

among only ten certified green meeting

entities in the world.

The Green Meeting Industry Council (GMIC)

worked with APEX, the Convention Industry

Council’s Accepted Practices Exchange, and

ASTM, an ANSI certified international

standard development organization, to create

the green meetings standard. Marina Bay

Sands was the first outside of the United

States to certify at level one and Las Vegas

was the first in the world to achieve level two.

Tamara Kennedy, Executive Director of the

GMIC, stated “Responsible environmental and

social practices in the meeting industry is a

global concern. We are delighted to see

Marina Bay Sands lead the way in Singapore.”

Shortly thereafter, Michael Luehrs, President

of the GMIC, praised the team in Las Vegas:

“The spirit, persistence and creativity that led

to this achievement is only the latest of

actions that place them among the nation’s

top sustainability performers in the events

industry. We salute the entire team at The

Venetian, The Palazzo and Sands Expo and

thank them for being an exemplary role

model for commitment to service and

sustainability.”

This is an amazing accomplishment for the

teams in Singapore and Las Vegas, who have

dedicated considerable time developing the

idea of green meetings into the industry-

leading program that exists today.

World First >>>

Singapore, Vegas: 2 World Firsts in APEX Green Meeting Certification

In July, Marina Bay Sands became the first non-U.S. venue to achieve the “Level One” Green Meetings Certification.

Shortly after, in September, Sands Expo and the Congress Center in Las Vegas became the first to achieve “Level Two.”

Donations >>>

Sands Bethlehem donated used cards to

Judith Reading Room for boxes going to

troops around the world, saving waste

and helping the community. Judith's

Reading Room “spreads freedom

through literacy by delivering free

custom libraries with the goal to enrich

lives through the simple act of reading.”

Sands PA Lends a Hand to Troops Over 3,900 decks of used casino cards –almost 2 tons– were donated.

Awards >>>

Bollywood Honors Venetian Macao

Green Carpet just part of the sustainability initiatives at the

2013 International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Awards.

Waste Reduction >>>

Soap Gives Hope at MBS

Marina Bay Sands continues its Soap for

Hope donation program for Team Members.

In the last quarter, over 60 liters of soap,

shampoo, conditioner, and lotion were

distributed, and thus, diverted from landfill.

Events >>>

A Potential $50,000 to Students for Sustainable Ideas

1st UNLV/Las Vegas Sands Sustainable Hospitality Summit a roaring success

Water Conservation >>>

Hundreds of Low-flow Fixtures Sold

To support the Sands ECO360o program and raise awareness

about water conservation, the Macao Human Resources Team set

up a water roadshow for Team Members. China Environment

Technology (HK) Ltd. provided water saving tips and the

opportunity to purchase low-flow water fixtures at special

discounted prices.

Team Members scooped up 364 showerheads and 429 aerators,

which will help them save both water and money at home.

The Venetian Macao enjoyed its own celebrity spotlight at the

International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Awards this year. The property

was presented with an award for all of the efforts undertaken to create a

“Green IIFA”. The IIFA recognized the Sands ECO360o global sustainability

program and the green meeting concierge.

Sabbas Joseph, Director of the IIFA, made this statement: "Since 2007,

IIFA has been committed to the ‘green' cause. From an energy-efficient

awards event to the world's first ever green carpet, we continue to

create awareness and voice environmental concerns. …We strongly

support The Venetian Macao's contribution towards environmental

preservation and regeneration.” Congratulations for the spectacular

green performance!

Letters to ECO360o

This section gives us the opportunity to share notes from guests,

clients, or the community regarding sustainability at our properties.

Uniform Donation a ‘Perfect Fit’ in PA

“On behalf of … The Perfect Fit for Working Women, I want to thank

the Sands Casino for your generous clothing donation. It is

wonderful to know that there are those, like you, who share a

commitment to a project that benefits the less fortunate…. Your

donation helps us to continue to advance our mission of making a

difference in the lives of women with limited resources.”

~ Heidi Lennick, Program Director, The Perfect Fit

may even have their idea implemented. The intent is to provide practical opportunities to

learn and spark the innovation needed to leave a cleaner and safer environment.

The winning projects and teams will be announced on Earth Day: April 22, 2014.

The September 9 event hosted

hundreds of students for a day

of learning about sustainability

in hospitality and in the Las

Vegas area. A Las Vegas Sands

sponsored $50,000 student

challenge was also unveiled.

UNLV students are tasked with

developing a project to help

Las Vegas Sands achieve even

greener operations and

.

Ask the experts >>>

Stewarding to Reduce Food Waste

Chief Steward Deva explains to his team how separating

food waste from general waste helps the environment.

Mandy Martin (Global Sustainability Manager, LVSC): Why

did you decide to do this training?

Devasagayam Adaikkalsamy (Chief Steward, MBS): We did

the training to create sustainability awareness among our

Team Members and to differentiate between food waste

and general waste. Learning about the importance of

sustainability is helpful so that they understand why we are

asking them to do this important project.

MM: Why is separating food waste important?

DA: Separating food waste is important because it can be

recycled, whereas general waste cannot. We will reduce

food going to incineration which helps the environment.

External Communication >>>

At the delight of guests, local sustainability professionals, media, and Team

Members, the picturesque Palazzo Waterfall Atrium and Gardens’ fall display

was unveiled in September. The exhibit showcases materials found on the

property to reflect the activities of the Sands ECO360o program.

Check out the ‘Recycled Forest,’ which is made of construction debris, 70

percent recycled steel, bottles, corks, and soap, and the 1934 Hudson car

centerpiece crafted out of succulents, lichen, moss, grapevine and some

5,000 drought-resistant plants.

This isn’t the only green-feat for the horticulture team this quarter. The

Venetian | Palazzo was also awarded the top two Professional Grounds

Management Society (PGMS) Green Star Awards. PGMS, a professional

society with the purpose of educating and advancing institutional grounds

managers, is a well-respected and recognized organization in the industry.

Trash-to-Treasure Display Wows Crowds

A fall display housed at The Palazzo converts soap, corks, and

even a beat-up old car into a spectacular horticultural show.

Green: A Growing Interest in Schools

Sands Expo helped establish an urban gardening program

called “Plant It for the Planet” in September. Carolyn

Goodman, the Mayor of the City of Las Vegas, proclaimed

September 6th as “Plant it for the Planet Day” and asked,

“all citizens to recognize Sands Expo, Green our Planet

and Monaco Middle School for planting ten garden boxes

for growing fruits and vegetables.”

During the yearlong venture, students will learn the value

of good nutrition, self-reliance and sustainability.

Community >>>

Global Hygiene Revolution Continues

Sands China, after helping Clean the World continue its global hygiene

revolution by setting up shop in Asia in June, has already donated nearly two

metric tons of soap. Clean the World is the first social enterprise in the world

that collects and recycles used hotel soaps to help fight the global spread of

preventable diseases and respond with disaster relief.

In the Next Issue >>>

Green Key Award in Bethlehem

LED candelabra lamps installed in Las Vegas

A Year of Sands ECO360o

You’ve Been Seen Going Green

We like to take this opportunity to highlight exceptionally green Team

Members. We’re thrilled to award you the Sands ECO360o Green Star!

Geoff Okpych: Buyer (Sands PA)

Since Sands PA opened in 2009, Geoff has

been known to transform heaps of data

into meaningful reports. In the last

quarter, Geoff has done the same with all

that is ‘green’ and has thus become a

crucial part of the sustainability program.

Preparation for a green hotel certification

could not have been done without Geoff.

Las Vegas Swimming in Awards

The third quarter of 2013 was a rewarding time for The

Venetian | Palazzo and Sands Expo. The property won the

national “Best workplaces for Commuters” award and the

Las Vegas Business Press’ “Best Recycling Program” award,

and was a finalist in the latters “Best Green Practices,

Environment” category.

Sands Expo won accolades as a finalist for “Most Innovative

Green Initiatives by a Convention Center” in Trade Show

Executive’s 2013 Innovation Awards.

Congratulations to the Las Vegas team for your ongoing

commitment to Sands ECO360o – it is not going unnoticed!

Tours >>>

Learning Flows for Sands China

Sands China Team Members visited Macao Water to

learn about water supply, production, and conservation.

“It was a pretty interesting tour,” said one Team Member.

“We use water every day, and we don’t think about it. We

don’t think about where it comes from or how Macao gets

its supply. We just use it. Through the tour I learned more

about Macao’s water supply and how important it is to

practice [being economical] – not just for the sake of our

water bills, but for the sake of the environment as a whole.”

Team Member Ideas >>>

‘Ec-o-pinion’ a Big Hit

Marina Bay Sands launched the

Ec-o-pinon Campaign in

August, which produced

hundreds of ideas from Team

Members, including HweeYen

Tong (left) and Indika Bandara

(right). From locations of non-

essential lights to using tablet

devices to replace paper,

creative ideas poured in!

We’d love to hear from you! Email your comments

and/or questions to SandsECO360@Sands.com.

Awards >>>

Clever Team Member Ideas Save Energy

The myIDEAS contest invited Team Members in Macao to share their

concepts for “Maximizing Energy Savings in Your Personal / Work Life.”

Ideas ranged from turning off lights, escalators, and electronics when

not in use, providing more bicycle parking, and filling dishwashers to

capacity every time, to putting computers in sleep mode. Thank you for

all of your ideas and congratulations to the winners!

L-R: 1st Runner-up: Daniel Milrad, Winner: Raymond Rubares, Director

of Sustainability: Luisa Geraldes, 2nd Runner-up: Bienvenido Serrano.

He worked with internal teams and vendors to make sustainable

changes and meticulously collected backup. Geoff has since extended

his reach by researching energy projects, tracking and reporting

diversion, and working with local electricity providers to attain rebates.

“Geoff is very innovative,” said Fran Abuisi, who leads sustainability in

PA. “Since his involvement in the Green Team, he is doing more in his

home life [and] has been encouraging others to do the same.”