Eric Dominguez, Senior Vice President of engineering and asset management at Caesars Entertainment, emphasizes the significant value that strong Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategies provide to businesses. For years, Caesars has prioritized sustainability, integrating it into the fabric of their operations. The initiative initially aimed to cater to various business needs, but over time, the company realized that a more formalized governance structure was crucial for driving uniform sustainability efforts throughout the organization.
“Sustainability has now become a fundamental part of Caesars’ operations rather than being treated as a transient program,” Dominguez remarks.
Caesars views ESG as essential, not only in the corporate realm but across all sectors, including gaming. The company’s approach focuses on the “PEOPLE PLANET PLAY” framework, emphasizing integrity and commitment to employees, communities, and environmental stewardship.
Dominguez stresses the importance of embedding ESG into daily business practices, urging operators and suppliers to seamlessly incorporate sustainability into their operations. He acknowledges the real-world challenges that demand collective solutions and proactive industry actions.
### Global Implementation of Science-Based Goals at Caesars
By weaving sustainability into every aspect of operations, Caesars enhances the scalability of its initiatives. This approach allows for broad implementation across its portfolio, including efforts like the HERO volunteer program and energy efficiency projects aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions, which align with scientific targets.
Dominguez highlights that this strategy appeals to investors, as responsible businesses must balance profitability with care for stakeholders and the environment. Understanding the finite nature of resources and the planet’s challenges is crucial to mitigating risks.
He asserts that responsible companies, recognized by entities like FiNTEL Sustain, outperform their peers over time. Sustainability not only manages risks but fosters a culture dedicated to exceptional delivery. Recognition in FiNTEL Sustain’s top 10 underscores that the PEOPLE PLANET PLAY initiatives are effective and impactful.
Acknowledging ongoing work, Dominguez expresses confidence in the continual progress of Caesars’ initiatives, supported by leadership and a dedicated workforce exceeding 50,000 people. He is optimistic that Caesars’ achievements will inspire others in the industry and beyond to embrace sustainability, recognizing that collective efforts are required to address shared challenges.
In the coming week, iGB will reveal the remaining top-ranked companies according to FiNTEL Sustain’s Sustainability Plus system. For insights into the motivation behind a gaming-specific rating system, check out the exclusive interview with FiNTEL Sustain founders Robert Montgomery and Steven Myers.