The Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore- Marriott India strengthens the Green Commitment on World Environment Day 2025 - Achieves Milestone of Planting 100,000 Trees

5^th June 2025, Thursday: Marriott India proudly achieved its ambitious goal for World Environment Day 2025, a commitment to plant 100,000 trees across its extensive portfolio of over 150 hotels nationwide. This significant undertaking marked a powerful escalation of Marriott India's dedication to sustainability and ecological restoration, building upon the success of its previous environmental initiatives.

This landmark endeavor was built upon the successful foundation of last year's "Two Trees per Room" initiative, launched on World Environment Day 2024. That program, a cornerstone of Marriott India’s environmental stewardship, saw over 32,600 trees planted by more than 4,900 volunteers. This year, Marriott India exponentially scaled its impact, with over 15,000 volunteers planting 100,000 trees. This monumental achievement reinforced its commitment to tangible environmental action and a healthier planet.

To achieve this ambitious goal, each Marriott India property actively participated in localized tree-planting initiatives. This collective effort, in collaboration with reputable reforestation organizations, was designed to dramatically expand our collective green footprint. Trees were strategically planted in areas optimized for ecosystem restoration, biodiversity enhancement, and climate change mitigation, while also providing vital support to local communities.

"Marriott India is incredibly proud to have successfully achieved our goal of planting 100,000 trees, a testament to our profound dedication to environmental responsibility," said Sanjay Gupta – Chairman of the Marriott India Business Council. "This ambitious goal truly underscores our belief that sustainability is not just a passing trend, but a fundamental pillar of responsible hospitality. We are committed to making a lasting, positive impact on our environment for generations to come."

At The Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore, our Ladies and Gentlemen joined hands with participants from 4 other sister hotels to plant saplings across carefully chosen locations in and around the city, reinforcing our deep-rooted commitment to nurturing the planet. “True luxury is responsible,” shared Reuben Kataria, General Manager. “Our participation reflects not just a commitment to sustainability, but to leadership in inspiring meaningful change. When we act together, with purpose and intention, we have the power to make a lasting and significant difference.” Echoing this sentiment, Sheric Dorairaj, Director of Human Resources, added, “We believe in cultivating purpose through every action—this initiative empowered our team to be custodians of tomorrow.” As we look ahead, we aspire to engage our guests in this journey, offering them immersive opportunities to plant a tree and take root in our shared mission of environmental stewardship and belonging. We will further organize, within this month, the distribution of plants to our Ladies and Gentlemen, and also explore the opportunity to visit a local school to distribute plants and raise awareness among young minds.

Marriott India's dedication extends beyond this signature initiative. We continue to implement a wide array of innovative practices aimed at minimizing our ecological impact, including energy-efficient operations, robust waste reduction programs, and responsible sourcing. By leading through example, Marriott India is committed to setting new benchmarks for sustainable hospitality within the industry.