Environmental Impact of Traditional or Land Base Casinos

[Jating]

I haven't see a topic discussed here about the environmental effects of land base casinos. Do you guys think that they also contributed or has impact to the environment as we all know that they are operating 24x7, consuming water and obviously electricity, a high energy demands.

So with that, this business is operates using substantial amounts of electricity for their slot machines and aircon and could really put a lot of strain as there is a constant need for electricity 24x7. And what if the source of energy comes for non-renewable sources? it could lead to higher carbon emissions.

Another could be the high water consumption, this casinos have large swimming pools and so there is the demand. We could question them if there is water scarcity in a country wherein this casinos have been built.

We could also look at waste generation, do you know how big casinos disposed those substantial waste that their visitor creates? There could be large volumes of waste produce daily but we don't know if they have a proper safe waste disposal system.

Do you think that this casinos are aware of this impact that they can have to the environment?

If yes, are they doing mitigation risk?

[yahoo62278]

I haven't see a topic discussed here about the environmental effects of land base casinos. Do you guys think that they also contributed or has impact to the environment as we all know that they are operating 24x7, consuming water and obviously electricity, a high energy demands.

So with that, this business is operates using substantial amounts of electricity for their slot machines and aircon and could really put a lot of strain as there is a constant need for electricity 24x7. And what if the source of energy comes for non-renewable sources? it could lead to higher carbon emissions.

Another could be the high water consumption, this casinos have large swimming pools and so there is the demand. We could question them if there is water scarcity in a country wherein this casinos have been built.

We could also look at waste generation, do you know how big casinos disposed those substantial waste that their visitor creates? There could be large volumes of waste produce daily but we don't know if they have a proper safe waste disposal system.

Do you think that this casinos are aware of this impact that they can have to the environment?

If yes, are they doing mitigation risk?

I don't really think a casino cares about environmental impact. They care about making money. Think about it, by the time the impact is seen the owners of the casino will likely be dead and new owners will be running the place. Why would they care about consequences they won't see?

[Aanuoluwatofunmi]

Do you think that this casinos are aware of this impact that they can have to the environment?

If yes, are they doing mitigation risk?

Does this only applies to the casinos in gambling, what about the other sectors of the economy they where being populated and yet contributed in a number of waste product to the environment and we are not giving attention on them.

Also, if we are to look into the way online gambling is taking over the physical casino gambling, i can say that even if such exist, that will be on a low level approach because most of the gambling casinos have finances to carter for building a modern waste disposal mechanism or medium for their customers, except in rural areas where things are yet to advance to that extent.

[Charles-Tim]

All these are normal in places humans are.

If the source of electricity is not from green energy, likely the country is responsible for that. Know that homes and businesses in the country will also use the non-green energy, not only the casinos.

[passwordnow]

I haven't see a topic discussed here about the environmental effects of land base casinos. Do you guys think that they also contributed or has impact to the environment as we all know that they are operating 24x7, consuming water and obviously electricity, a high energy demands.

So with that, this business is operates using substantial amounts of electricity for their slot machines and aircon and could really put a lot of strain as there is a constant need for electricity 24x7. And what if the source of energy comes for non-renewable sources? it could lead to higher carbon emissions.

Another could be the high water consumption, this casinos have large swimming pools and so there is the demand. We could question them if there is water scarcity in a country wherein this casinos have been built.

We could also look at waste generation, do you know how big casinos disposed those substantial waste that their visitor creates? There could be large volumes of waste produce daily but we don't know if they have a proper safe waste disposal system.

Do you think that this casinos are aware of this impact that they can have to the environment?

If yes, are they doing mitigation risk?

This is like asking about the 24/7 restaurants and fast foods in operation, the same goes for the plantations, factories, etc. There's always the environmental impact for all of these operations even if they don't wholly yield something in relation of the mother nature but with the consumption that all of them to provide service to their customers just as what you've said. I don't think that they are all aware of it because what comes to their minds is that everything is paid and after that, they're good to go.

[Alpha Marine]

Almost everybody uses electricity constantly and also uses water every day, so why are the casinos being singled out? How about malls and restaurants? hotels? literally every business out there uses electricity all day and many more use water too so I don't see why this is something the casinos should be looking at. 
I understand that we should take care of our planet, but is there an alternative to electricity? You don't expect the casinos not to use electricity and water anymore. But if you want to hold the casinos responsible for consuming electricity, you have to include every other businesses and individuals that uses electricity every day.

[uneng]

There aren't many land based casinos available to claim they are a major threat to the environment. Also, if we follow this logic, we are going to have to stop every means of production and transportation in the world aiming to fight carbon emissions increasements. In the end everyone would be living like tribesmen in the stone age without resources, accessibility and comfort. Let casinos build their fancy structures, architectures and aesthetics. The lights and colors they put on their buildings inspire and motivate good vibes on those who watch that.

[freedomgo]

That’s not really an issue, since casinos are relatively few in number. If they had a big negative impact on the environment, the government would have already stepped in or denied them licenses. Casinos are like hotels or entertainment venues, and in return, they pay huge taxes. Those funds can be used to improve infrastructure, like increasing water and electricity sources, so it’s a win-win for both sides, really nothing to worry about.

[cryptomaniac_xxx]

It's business for this casinos and for sure they could have hired someone already to look at this kind of issues. Or maybe get some license to the government itself before they can established their casinos in any country.

But it's good to hear that someone raises this concern. And it's obvious that the OP is talking about casinos because we are all gamblers here. And perhaps we could have been thinking this as well. I remember one casino that gives free bottled drink before, and so I saw a lot of people really taking a lot and bringing it at home. Perhaps the casino find it out and so they cut this freebies.

Some wash room uses recycle water as well if I'm not mistaken. So they really do their due diligence because they know that they will be a target by this environmental groups.

[Sandra_hakeem]

So with that, this business is operates using substantial amounts of electricity for their slot machines and aircon and could really put a lot of strain as there is a constant need for electricity 24x7. And what if the source of energy comes for non-renewable sources? it could lead to higher carbon emissions.

..But the truth is, nobody really cares about what happens after 'em rack are made... The governments don't even look at the negative effect of anything they pass into the system either,...as long as it generates an internal revenue, they're good with it.
Lastly, a gambler that makes a huge amount of profit for himself every week wouldn't even support this motion... If this was supposed to be passed to law and, say people had the privilege to give their personal reviews, it'll be voted out and trashed within minutes.

There could be large volumes of waste produce daily but we don't know if they have a proper safe waste disposal system.

A standard casino that has all improvised facilities in their possession? a casino that welcomes some set of inspection authorities to write a review and take video evidences to the government doesn't have a proper waste disposal system?? You must be joking.^{[Mind you,this isn't about the small, makeshift casinos....]}
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[Davidvictorson]

The answer to all your questions is no. Traditional land based casinos are just like hotels. Most of them don care about going green or the environment. They just want to make money. Besides I don't think they are causing any harm to the environment as long as they are not polluting the environment through noise, gases, liquid waste etc If at all they leave any carbon footprint, it is too minimal to melt an ice.

[Maslate]

The answer to all your questions is no. Traditional land based casinos are just like hotels. Most of them don care about going green or the environment. They just want to make money. Besides I don't think they are causing any harm to the environment as long as they are not polluting the environment through noise, gases, liquid waste etc If at all they leave any carbon footprint, it is too minimal to melt an ice.

Bitcoin mining actually gets more criticism than running casinos when it comes to energy use. As for water, there’s really no issue since 3/4 of the earth’s surface is covered with it, so there’s enough supply for everyone. When it comes to electricity, sure, they consume a lot, but we have plenty of sources, and with modern advancements, the government has already found ways to prevent any potential shortage.

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I think it’s essential that casinos and businesses in general take responsibility for their environmental impact. Some resorts and casinos have started implementing eco-friendly practices, like using energy-efficient lighting or investing in renewable energy. However, there’s still much progress to be made, especially in waste management and water conservation.

[danherbias07]

I don't know about the risk of physical casinos in our environment but I could share what effects the cockpit near us brings whenever it's open for gambling. (Mondays and Tuesdays, they have big events)
1. Garbage is the first one. Since many people will attend the events and gamble, trash is all over the place especially those who eat outside since there are really no food stores inside the cockpit.
2. Heavy traffic. Cars and motorcycles are parked everywhere and sometimes they will even go as far as our subdivision to park their car although there's a parking lot allotted by the cockpit. The problem is they all don't fit there, especially in big events.
3. Noises. Every corner near the cockpit there are people talking loudly discussing the fight that happened and you will hear a lot of curses from their mouths.

[Odusko]

The only land-based casino that I know in this part of the world is called ground casino, and this casino is located in one of the most luxurious hotels in the country's capital city, for that, whatever services that the casino or customers enjoy being paid for and for sure it a service and the casino will still generate the return from their customers one way or the other, and that should not be a thing that gamblers should worry too much trying to debate what the level of impact of operating a casino within an establishment, because gambling on it own is a business that generates its income and by so doing, they transfer the debt burdens to the end users which is the gambler.

Some of the few impact of the presence of a physical casino within a premises may not be limited to those we have to mentioned such as environmental pollution due to the activities cominyfrom those gambler's visiting the casino and other businesses that are run in the casino environment.

[BitMaxz]

There are positive and negative environmental impacts from casinos since you are asking if they are aware.
I think they are aware of the environment, but I don't think they care about the impact of the casino on the environment. I don't see any news here in my country for the positive impact of casinos on the environment; almost negative impact is what I see on the news.
I am more confident if they give more donations for local community benefits than fixing those negative environmental impacts.

[junder]

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Do you think that this casinos are aware of this impact that they can have to the environment?

If yes, are they doing mitigation risk?

I think land-based casinos that operate have thought about this, because of course before they build or establish a casino, they definitely open a discussion first with the government in their country and of course in this discussion it seems that electricity, water or other issues are also discussed. As far as I know, land-based casinos that operate tend to be very clean and free from garbage, which indicates that they are well disciplined, and so do I think with responsibilities outside the casino.

Maybe there are also casinos that don't care about the environmental impact of their casinos, but that's an irresponsible act, right? Casino owners should be able to take care of everything properly because that way of course it's for the good of their own business in the future. For example, now there are land-based casinos that don't take care of their garbage, in other words they throw garbage carelessly somewhere, I think that will be a problem where there might be complaints from the surrounding community to the government and of course this could be a problem for their business.

[$crypto$]

Almost everybody uses electricity constantly and also uses water every day, so why are the casinos being singled out? How about malls and restaurants? hotels? literally every business out there uses electricity all day and many more use water too so I don't see why this is something the casinos should be looking at. 
I understand that we should take care of our planet, but is there an alternative to electricity? You don't expect the casinos not to use electricity and water anymore. But if you want to hold the casinos responsible for consuming electricity, you have to include every other businesses and individuals that uses electricity every day.

Even hotels and their factory industries are bigger in impacts such as waste, electricity use, water and to other environments, whereas traditional gambling will not be as big as hotels or other factories.

Why we point to casinos is because they are always viewed negatively, which assumes that casinos are only concerned with profits without caring about others, but I believe traditional casinos already have several sections assigned to manage waste and others.

[Darker45]

What business doesn't have impact to the environment anyway? I guess the environment is the least of the concerns of brick-and-mortar casinos. It's the concern primarily of the government agencies assigned to it.

For as long as casinos are compliant with the rules and regulations regarding proper waste disposal and other stuff that affect the environment, I guess that's enough. But if we expect them to be strong advocates of the environment, it isn't their line of business.

[EarnOnVictor]

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Do you think that this casinos are aware of this impact that they can have to the environment?

If yes, are they doing mitigation risk?

Of course, they will be conducting their risk mitigation. You painted these casinos standard and I don't see a standard organization that will not do that, even in many insane countries, they are still obliged to do it, especially if they are successful.

Also, these points you iterated above are not always an issue, some of them do not even have any impact on the environment, other businesses enjoy them too. But for those who have an impact on the environment like electricity generation, the country matters a lot and so does the regulation in the country. For instance, in my country, the electricity is so poor, so most businesses use a power generator, which is not environmentally friendly. But if electricity can be provided for them in a good country, it affects nothing so long as they pay their bills.