Sands Named to CDP Climate and Water A Lists

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Las Vegas Sands (NYSE: LVS) has been recognized by global nonprofit CDP on its Climate and Water A Lists for the sixth and third consecutive years, respectively. This achievement reflects the company's commitment to reducing emissions, managing climate risks, and promoting water efficiency. Sands is among only 64 companies to achieve both designations. Recently, it was also included in the Dow Jones Sustainability World and North America Indices. Sands aims to lead in environmentally responsible operations through its Sands ECO360 program.

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• Recognition on CDP's Climate A List for the sixth year.
• Recognition on CDP's Water A List for the third year.
• Only 64 companies achieved both Climate and Water A List designations.
• First appearance on the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index.
• Only U.S.-based gaming and hospitality company recognized by DJSI World.

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LAS VEGAS, Dec. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Las Vegas Sands (NYSE: LVS) has again by recognized by global environmental nonprofit CDP, on its Climate and Water A Lists. This marks the sixth consecutive year the company has appeared on the Climate A List, and the third straight appearance on the Water A List.

Being named to the Climate A List highlights the company's work towards cutting emissions, mitigating climate risks and building Integrated Resorts responsibly, while the Water A List designation recognizes Sands' accomplishments in promoting water efficiency and conservation. Sands is one of only 64 companies to be named to both the Climate and Water A Lists.

"Our global sustainability strategy, driven by the Sands ECO360 program, is focused on leading the industry in environmentally responsible operations," said Katarina Tesarova, senior vice president of global sustainability at Sands. "Being named to both the Climate and Water A Lists is a result of our dedication to being responsible environmental stewards and a mark of distinction that encourages us to maintain our commitment to sustainable energy and water management."

The Climate and Water A List designations come on the heels of the company recently being named to the Dow Jones Sustainability World and North America Indices (DJSI), marking Sands' first appearance on the World Index. Sands is the only U.S.-based gaming and hospitality company to be recognized by both DJSI World and North America.

About Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE: LVS)

Las Vegas Sands is the world's pre-eminent developer and operator of world-class Integrated Resorts. We deliver unrivaled economic benefits to the communities in which we operate.  

Sands created the meetings, incentives, convention and exhibition (MICE)-based Integrated Resort. Our industry-leading Integrated Resorts provide substantial contributions to our host communities including growth in leisure and business tourism, sustained job creation and ongoing financial opportunities for local small and medium-sized businesses.

Our properties include The Venetian Resort and Sands Expo in Las Vegas, and the iconic Marina Bay Sands in Singapore. Through majority ownership in Sands China Ltd., we have developed the largest portfolio of properties on the Cotai Strip in Macao, including The Venetian Macao, The Plaza and Four Seasons Hotel Macao, Sands Cotai Central and The Parisian Macao, as well as the Sands Macao on the Macao Peninsula.

Sands is dedicated to being a good corporate citizen, anchored by the core tenets of serving people, planet and communities.  We deliver a great working environment for our team members worldwide, drive social impact through the Sands Cares charitable giving and community engagement program and lead in environmental performance through the award-winning Sands ECO360 global sustainability program. To learn more, please visit www.sands.com.

Contacts:

Kristin Koca
Kristin.Koca@sands.com
702.414.3218

 

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SOURCE Las Vegas Sands Corp.

FAQ

What does the CDP Climate A List recognition mean for LVS?

It denotes LVS's commitment to cutting emissions and mitigating climate risks.

How many years has LVS been on the CDP Climate and Water A Lists?

LVS has been on the Climate A List for six years and the Water A List for three years.

What does Sands ECO360 represent?

Sands ECO360 is LVS's global sustainability program aimed at environmentally responsible operations.

Is LVS recognized by any other sustainability indices?

Yes, LVS was recently named to the Dow Jones Sustainability World and North America Indices.

How many companies are on both the Climate and Water A Lists?

Only 64 companies globally have been recognized on both lists.