Through the company’s Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) program, Four Seasons seeks to preserve and regenerate the places in which they operate and leave a positive, enduring impact on their communities.
The company’s ESG program is centered around two pillars: Planet (environmental impact) and People (social impact). Each pillar is supported by specific activities and objectives, with a close eye on how efforts will contribute to the achievement of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
From an environmental standpoint, the company focuses on designing sustainable environments, minimizing its footprint and connecting to the environment locally.
From a social impact perspective, the company aspires to build a better future for its people and communities. It focuses on advancing diversity, inclusion and belonging (DIB), creating life-changing opportunities in hospitality and giving back locally.
In terms of governance, Four Seasons holds itself to high standards of corporate ethics and transparency, with policies in place to ensure compliance with applicable laws and standards.
As stewards of the ecosystems in which we operate, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts recognizes our critical role in preserving the planet for future generations. It is our policy to comply with the environmental laws and regulations of the countries and jurisdictions in which we operate, and we are committed to implementing best practices to embed sustainability throughout our business operations and our value chain.
Four Seasons is committed to demonstrating global leadership in responsible workplace practices, and conducting our business operations in a manner that avoids complicity in human rights abuses. The Company strives to ensure that our business operations do not impact basic human needs such as access to food, water, sanitation, or the healthcare of local communities. Our culture embodies a commitment to ethical business practices and good corporate citizenship.
Our Code of Business Conduct and Ethics establishes clear ethical standards for how Four Seasons does business, including the expectation that our Four Seasons Corporate Colleagues and Field Colleagues behave responsibly and ethically, and comply with all applicable laws and
regulations. Four Seasons expects Suppliers and their subcontractors to comply with this Supplier Code of Conduct and operate in accordance with our organizational values, and in a manner which is consistent with prudent business practices.