Bangkok resort goes carbon conscious for meetings and meals

Plant-based menus and carbon footprint of meals now serving at Bangkok’s Mövenpick BDMS Wellness Resort.

With architecture that seeks harmony with nature, the BDMS Connect Center integrates into its environment and offers a unique space for meetings and events.
With architecture that seeks harmony with nature, the BDMS Connect Center integrates into its environment and offers a unique space for meetings and events. Photo Credit: Mövenpick BDMS Wellness Resort

Bangkok’s Mövenpick BDMS Wellness Resort has introduced significant advancements in the brand’s sustainability efforts, reducing waste, and actively supporting the local community in a bid to set a new standard in sustainable hospitality practices.

At the heart of this sustainability drive stands the BDMS Connect Center, offering 3,400 sqm of dedicated meeting space combined with state-of-the-art technology. Infused with natural light and powered by solar energy, the centre is positioned as a sustainable urban oasis that connects MICE events with nature, and offers curated programmes from yoga sessions to mindfulness workshops that prioritise holistic wellness.

Mövenpick BDMS Wellness Resort is working with pioneering partner Klimanto to introduce carbon labels on all its menus, indicating Low, Medium, or High carbon footprints to enable guests to make informed decisions while dining. Leveraging advanced climate data derived from lifecycle assessments, Klimanto calculates the carbon footprint of each meal, shedding light on the environmental ramifications of every culinary creation.

The resort has also partnered with the Humane Society to spearhead innovative culinary initiatives, including training and support for plant-based cooking. Through a bespoke culinary resource programme, chefs receive comprehensive guidance on incorporating plant-based ingredients into their recipes, culminating in a tantalising array of dishes that delight the senses while treading lightly on the planet.

“Our team and our partners have done tremendous work to develop a holistic and environmentally conscious proposition to enhance our meetings and events proposition, supporting clients to meet their ESG goals,” said Rubel Miah, general manager of Mövenpick BDMS Wellness Resort Bangkok.

“The low carbon emission from the BDMS Connect Center, plant-based menus, and calculation of carbon footprint for the dishes are among many initiatives introduced today. These will allow us to continue nurturing our planet and cultivating a more sustainable future for all.”