Innovation and collaboration drive efforts to reduce our environmental impact. Recognizing that environmental stewardship is a collective responsibility, Liquor & Lotteries actively integrates environmental and sustainable requirements into our business decisions and strategies.
Our Net Zero Emissions by 2050 Roadmap
Carbon Reduction Strategy
Our path to net zero is focused on practical changes across our operations. MBLL is working toward net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, with an interim target to reduce Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions 43% by 2032.
From electrifying our fleet and improving the energy efficiency of our buildings to reducing paper consumption and selecting lower embodied goods and materials, we are taking measurable steps to reduce our emissions while continuing to serve Manitobans.
We’ve achieved an absolute reduction in emissions of 26% in comparison to base year 2017 emissions.
Reducing Energy and Fuel Use
Building-related Carbon and Energy Reduction Initiatives
We have embarked on deep carbon energy assessments of our two casinos to identify opportunities to significantly reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.
Across our other owned and leased buildings we are continually improving energy efficiency through projects like loading door improvements, window replacements, HVAC upgrades and building controls. By reducing energy demand first, we can improve building performance and better prepare our facilities for the transition to renewable or lower-carbon energy sources.
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We manage over 90 fleet vehicles, including 2 hybrid and six full electric and use a fleet telematics system to monitor a variety of vehicle metrics. This system is used to improve vehicle fuel efficiency and driving practices.
A pathway to reduce corporate fleet vehicle-related greenhouse gas emissions by 97% by 2037 is outlined within our Net Zero Emissions by 2050 Roadmap.
45% reduction in idle time
Our fleet drivers have reduced vehicle idle time by 45% since 2015 to help reduce fleet fuel consumption.
Enhancing Waste Management Practices
Employees work to reduce waste across our operations by using less, reusing materials where possible, and buying into expanded recycling and composting programs. Our efforts include composting food waste at our casinos, recycling cardboard and shrink wrap from Liquor Marts and distribution operations, responsibly managing electronics and other end-of-life assets, and expanding recycling options at rural Liquor Marts.
We reduce waste at the source by encouraging reusable alternatives, reducing paper use and incorporating waste reduction into purchasing, construction and renovation projects, supporting a more circular approach to how we use and manage resources.
55% of waste materials
In 2026 we diverted roughly 675 tonnes (58%) of operational waste from landfill including cardboard, electronics, shrink wrap, metals and food waste.
Responsible Product Stewards
We are a product steward under Manitoba’s Packaging and Printed Paper Stewardship Regulation. This means that every year we provide funds to cover 80% of the cost to support the management of empty liquor and beverage containers, as well as discarded lottery, marketing and packaging materials generated through the residential waste and recycling system..
Remitted to Multi-Material Stewardship Manitoba to cover our residential waste management obligation for 2026.
Commitment to Fair Trade
Since 2018, Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries has been designated as a Fair Trade Workplace. This means that we are committed to sourcing Fairtrade Certified coffee, tea, and sugar at our casinos and corporate locations; as well as offering Fairtrade certified wine products at our Liquor Marts. The concept of fair trade is all about ensuring better prices, decent working conditions and fair terms of trade for producers in the global south and developing countries.
710,000 cups
In 2025 the casino chefs purchased and brewed over 24,900 pounds of certified coffee and an assortment of certified tea blends for customers to enjoy.
Sustainable Procurement Practices
We integrate sustainable procurement (purchasing) practices in all aspects of our business. In procurement documents, we specify attributes that reduce environmental and social impacts. This includes purchasing sustainably certified paper products, sourcing local food for our restaurants, integrating green building initiatives into construction contracts, selecting green certified computer equipment, and more.
Supporting Nature Based Solutions
We support nature and biodiversity through responsible sourcing and partnerships, including sourcing sustainably certified Manitoba fish for casino restaurants, supporting land stewardship projects and more sustainable choices for the food, paper and other products we purchase. These efforts help protect healthy ecosystems while reducing the environmental impact of our operations and supply chain.
$72,300
Support Manitoba Habitat Conservancy projects that advance sustainable cattle grazing practices, contributing to improved water management, greater biodiversity, healthier soils, and increased carbon storage.
For more information on the metrics associated with our sustainable business practices, please reference the annual Environmental, Social, and Governance Progress Report on our Reports Page.