The Oberoi Group has launched Elements by Oberoi, a formal sustainability framework focused on reducing environmental impact and supporting community development across its hotels. Structured around three core areas – Earth, Water and Air – the programme consolidates existing efforts and sets new targets for 2030.
Key initiatives include:
- Earth: Elimination of plastic water bottles, organic farming, composting, and the use of local materials and ingredients to reduce waste and promote a circular economy.
- Water: Implementation of rainwater harvesting, zero liquid discharge systems and sustainable laundry operations. The company also supports marine conservation and community water use efforts.
- Air: Investments in solar and wind energy, electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, and energy-efficient systems to cut carbon emissions and improve air quality.
The Oberoi Group has committed to the following goals by 2030:
- Recycle 100% of wastewater
- Reduce fresh water consumption per occupied room by 20%
- Source 50% of electricity from renewable energy
- Fully transition hotel transport fleets to electric vehicles
- Replace fossil fuel-based thermal systems with electric alternatives in new and existing hotels
Community-focused initiatives are also part of the programme, including skill-building, cultural preservation, and the integration of local art and craft into hotel design.
“We have always believed that excellence must be enduring,” said Arjun Oberoi, executive chairman of The Oberoi Group. “As we grow and expand our footprint, sustainability is not just a value – it is a way of life that shapes how we build, serve and lead.”
Vikram Oberoi, CEO of The Oberoi Group, added: “True luxury is defined by the care with which we serve our guest and equally demonstrate through our actions towards people, the community and our planet. With Elements by Oberoi, sustainability is seamlessly embedded into the guest journey and in how we engage with people, the communities around us and our precious environment.”
