Central Group drives its retail business through the principle of Responsible Sourcing—a commitment to selecting not only high-quality products but also ensuring that every step of the supply chain, from upstream to downstream, aligns with environmental and social responsibility. For over 78 years, Central Group has upheld this philosophy, striving to balance economic growth with social and environmental sustainability.
Central Retail Corporation (CRC) Project Highlights
"Hug The Earth" initiative with the Thai Chamber of Commerce
Provides consumers with an easier way to identify eco-friendly products. Items under this initiative bear the "Hug The Earth" symbol—depicting hands embracing the planet—indicating their sustainable credentials. These products are prominently displayed across Central Retail’s network, including Central Department Store, Robinson, Supersports, CMG, Tops, GO Wholesale, Thai Watsadu, Power Buy, OfficeMate, and B2S.
Healthiful
A dedicated zone for organic and health-focused products at Tops under the "Healthiful" brand. Products within this category undergo rigorous assessment, ensuring they meet quality certifications from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and cater to specific health needs, including gluten-free, preservative-free, cholesterol-free, and lactose-free options.
Jingjai Farmer’s Market
Creates a direct-to-consumer platform for local farmers, offering pesticide-free fresh produce and regional specialties. The initiative currently operates in 32 locations nationwide, featuring over 5,000 product items and supporting 11,000 farming households, generating over 250 million THB in revenue for local communities.
Central Pattana (CPN) Project Highlights
Support for Local and Small Businesses
Providing retail opportunities for 5,886 local vendors, a 2% increase from the previous year, with allocated retail space growing by 4%.
Hug Thai and Jingjai Farmer’s Market Zones
Platforms promoting modernized Thai crafts and locally sourced products at CentralWorld and Central Chiang Mai, generating economic opportunities for over 40,000 farmers and artisans, supporting 10,200 households, and driving over 300 million THB in local revenue.
Eco-Friendly Cleaning Products
Nationwide adoption of organic, chemical-free cleaning solutions from Patom Organic Living, with 3% of annual sales proceeds donated to the Sookjai Foundation to promote organic sustainability.
Sustainable Procurement Practices
A shift to Center Pull tissue dispensers for optimized consumption and Dyson Airblade hand dryers, featuring HEPA filters that remove 99.95% of airborne particles, ensuring hygienic and energy-efficient drying.
CENTEL / Centara Hotels & Resorts Project Highlights
CGCW Organic Farm
Located on the 26th floor of Centara Grand at CentralWorld, this 1,300 sqm rooftop farm repurposed an old tennis court into an organic vegetable garden. Housing 52 planting tables and producing 3,777 kg of organic vegetables annually, the farm significantly reduces food waste, converting 9,729 kg of organic waste into compost, cutting 1.6 tCO2e of greenhouse gas emissions.
Salad Factory
A collaboration between Green Food Factory and Central Restaurants Group (CRG), this healthy dining concept serves farm-to-table salads and clean-eating menus, sourcing 170,837 kg of organic produce annually and offering 45 vegan dishes, comprising 15% of the total menu.
Central Group European Luxury Stores Project Highlights
Brown Thomas (Ireland)
Through "The Sustainable Edit", Brown Thomas meticulously curates eco-certified products spanning fashion, beauty, home, and food categories. Each product undergoes stringent sustainability assessments before being included in this dedicated selection, available in-store and online.
de Bijenkorf (Netherlands)
As a member of the Sustainable Apparel Coalition (SAC), de Bijenkorf utilizes the Worldly Brand & Retail Module (BRM), an industry-leading sustainability assessment tool. This framework enables annual evaluations to enhance transparency and sustainable performance.
KaDeWe (Germany)
The luxury department store actively promotes brands certified by B Corp, an internationally recognized accreditation signifying ethical governance, employee welfare, community engagement, and environmental stewardship.
At Central Group
"sustainability is not merely a concept but a core business philosophy. By curating environmentally friendly products and championing responsible sourcing, the company is actively shaping a future where businesses, consumers, and communities thrive in harmony"
