Centara Leads the Fight Against Climate Change in the Maldives

Bangkok, Thailand – Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, is playing a leading role in the critical fight against climate change in the Maldives, by adopting a raft of sustainable actions and initiatives at The Atollia by Centara Hotels & Resorts, its spectacular multi-island, dual-resort destination in the Indian Ocean.

Spanning two idyllic islands connected by a bridge and surrounded by powder-soft white sands and dazzling turquoise lagoons, The Atollia by Centara Hotels & Resorts is a genuine paradise on Earth. Its two resorts, the vibrant, family-friendly Centara Mirage Lagoon Maldives and the stylish and elegant Centara Grand Lagoon Maldives, have delighted thousands of discerning guests ever since they opened their doors in November 2024 and April 2025 respectively. They have also integrated sustainability into every aspect of their operations.

Now, Centara can proudly reveal a series of key achievements at The Atollia, which have had a positive impact on the pristine environment, delicate ecosystems, and the broader Maldivian community.

Harnessing the Power of the Maldivian Sun

The warm, tropical sun plays a vital role in attracting travellers to the Maldives, and now, it is also helping to power the guest experience at The Atollia. Solar energy – generated by photovoltaic panels installed on the roofs of all suites, villas, and back-of-house buildings – have harvested 2,323,125 kWh of energy so far this year, which has saved 645,318 litres of diesel and reduced the destination's CO2 emissions by an impressive 1.96 kilotons.

Reducing Waste and Conserving Water

Resource management is a significant issue in island destinations, and The Atollia has recycled 5,116kg of glass and 3,687kg of plastic at Centara Grand Lagoon Maldives, and 9,880kg of glass and 3,258kg of plastic at Centara Mirage Lagoon Maldives. This means that these two forward-thinking properties have now stopped almost 22 tonnes of glass and plastic from entering landfill – or worse, the ocean.

In terms of water conservation, both resorts at The Atollia have adopted a recycling system that treats waste water from all areas of the resort, then reuses it for irrigation purposes. In the year-to-date, 15,933m³ of treated sewage has been recycled across the two resorts, helping to preserve the world's most precious natural resource: water.

Helping Local Ecosystems to Thrive

Centara Grand Lagoon Maldives and Centara Mirage Lagoon Maldives understand the importance of preserving their natural environments and helping local wildlife to thrive. These two resorts conduct regular beach and lagoon cleaning activities, and 350 pieces of coral fragments have been attached to the reef at Centara Mirage Lagoon Maldives, helping to attract marine life and supporting biodiversity. On land, Centara Grand Lagoon Maldives has planted 380 native trees, while Centara Mirage Lagoon Maldives recently celebrated its first anniversary by planting 145 fan palms, boosting local bird and insect life.

A Companywide Blueprint for a Brighter Future

These milestones at The Atollia form part of Centara’s global Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) strategy, which has been committed to operating responsibly since 2009. Major achievements have included obtaining Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) certification for all 42 Centara properties worldwide – including Centara Grand Lagoon Maldives and Centara Mirage Lagoon Maldives. Having reduced its greenhouse gas emissions by 35%, water consumption by 30%, and waste to landfill by 24.5% since 2019, the company is well on track towards reaching its long-term goal of net zero emissions by 2050.

Climate change is one of the most critical issues facing the planet today – and nowhere is it more urgent than in the Maldives, where the low-lying atolls will be the first places on Earth to be impacted by rising sea levels. At Centara, we are working hard to prevent this, and have embedded ESG into every aspect of our operations – including at The Atollia. We strive to have a meaningful, lasting impact in all our destinations, to ensure that our conscientious guests can enjoy these idyllic islands – and local communities can enjoy the benefits of tourism – for many years and decades to come. Thirayuth Chirathivat, CEO of Centara Hotels & Resorts

For more information about Centara’s ESG initiatives, please visit www.centarahotelsresorts.com/sustainability.

About Centara Hotels & Resorts

Centara Hotels & Resorts is Thailand's leading hotel operator. Its 87 properties span all major Thai destinations plus the Maldives, Vietnam, Laos, China, Japan, Oman, Qatar, Turkey and the UAE. Centara's portfolio comprises six brands – Centara Reserve, The Centara Collection, Centara Grand, Centara, Centara Life and COSI Hotels – ranging from luxury island retreats and upscale family resorts to affordable lifestyle concepts supported by innovative technology. The group's newest Centara Reserve brand was unveiled in 2020 as an experiential luxury collection, inviting guests to discover a new era of story-driven hospitality starting with Centara Reserve Samui.

Centara also operates state-of-the-art convention centres and has its own award-winning spa brand, Cenvaree. Throughout the collection, Centara delivers and celebrates the hospitality and values Thailand is famous for including gracious service, exceptional food, pampering spas and the importance of families. Centara's distinctive culture and diversity of formats allow it to serve and satisfy travellers of nearly every age and lifestyle.

Centara aims to become a top 100 global hotel group, while spreading its footprint into new continents and market niches. As Centara continues to expand, a growing base of loyal customers will find the company's unique style of hospitality in more locations. Centara's global loyalty programme, Centara The 1, reinforces their loyalty with rewards, privileges and special member pricing.

Find out more about Centara at www.CentaraHotelsResorts.com
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Puntira Cherdboonmuang (Gam)
Corporate Public Relations Manager, Centara Hotels & Resorts
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