Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy
Solar Panel Installation for Malls and Distribution Centers Project
Central Retail is committed to using clean energy and promoting sustainable and environmentally friendly business practices. Central Retail therefore has installed solar cell systems on the rooftops of shopping malls and distribution centers to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and energy costs. In 2024, Central Retail successfully completed the installation of solar cell systems at 160 locations. In Thailand, 137 sites were equipped with solar cells, covering various business units, including Robinson Lifestyle Centers, Central Department Stores, Robinson Department Stores, Tops Supermarkets, GO Wholesale, Thai Watsadu, and distribution centers. In Vietnam, 23 locations were equipped with solar cells, covering business units such as GO! Shopping Centers, Mini GO! Supermarkets, and Lan Chi Mart. This project generates 166,565 MWh (599,634 GJ) of renewable energy annually, reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 86,580 tCO2e and saving energy costs of over 647 million baht per year.
In 2025, Central Retail continued to expand the use of renewable energy from solar cells, covering a total of 184 locations. In Thailand, solar cell systems were installed at 152 locations, covering business units including Robinson Lifestyle, Central Department Store, Robinson Department Store, Tops Supermarket, GO Wholesale, Thaiwatsadu, and distribution centers. In Vietnam, solar cell systems were installed at 32 locations, covering business units including GO!, mini go! Supermarket, and Lanchi Mart. As a result, Central Retail was able to produce up to 204,818 MWh of clean electricity. These operations helped reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 102,389 tCO2e and saved over 766 million Baht in energy costs per year.
Sustainable Transportation and Logistics Project
Central Retail promotes the use of clean energy electric vehicles in logistics operations. In 2024, Central Retail deployed 28 electric trucks covering the Central Department Store Distribution Center, Tops Distribution Center, and Thai Watsadu Distribution Center. Additionally, 48 electric motorcycles are used for product distribution from the GO Wholesale to customers. These efforts have resulted in a reduction of diesel fuel consumption by over 661,806 liters per year, leading to a decrease in greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 1,740 tCO2e annually. Moreover, Central Retail supports and facilitates the use of electric vehicles for employees and customers by installing EV charging stations at shopping malls and department stores in both Thailand and Vietnam. As of 2024, Central Retail has established 63 EV charging stations, capable of simultaneously accommodating 795 electric vehicles. These initiatives demonstrate Central Retail's commitment to promoting clean energy usage, reducing emissions and greenhouse gases, and fostering sustainable mobility in alignment with future trends and environmentally friendly lifestyles.
In 2025, Central Retail continued to expand the use of clean energy electric vehicles in its logistics system to support the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and elevate sustainable transportation by utilizing a total of 50 electric trucks, covering Central Department Store distribution centers, Tops distribution centers, and Thaiwatsadu distribution centers, along with 94 electric motorcycles and electric tricycles for distributing products from GO Wholesale centers to customers. By transitioning to electric vehicles across various units, Central Retail can reduce diesel consumption by 1,023,209 liters per year and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by up to 2,706 tCO2e. Additionally, Central Retail has expanded the use of electric vehicles in Robinson Lifestyle shopping centers by utilizing electric motorcycles for security patrols and traffic facilitation, as well as using electric passenger vehicles (golf carts) for customer service in parking lots.
EV Charger Installation Project
Central Retail supports and facilitates the use of electric vehicles for employees and customers by installing EV charging stations at shopping malls and department stores in both Thailand and Vietnam. As of 2024, Central Retail has established 63 EV charging stations, capable of simultaneously accommodating 795 electric vehicles. In 2025, Central Retail has established 69 EV charging stations, capable of simultaneously accommodating 458 electric vehicles. These initiatives demonstrate Central Retail’s commitment to promoting clean energy usage, reducing emissions and greenhouse gases, and fostering sustainable mobility in alignment with future trends and environmentally friendly lifestyles.
Chiller Plant Management and Energy Management System Installation Project
Central Retail has implemented the Chiller Plant Manager System (CPMS) and the Energy Management Information System (EMIS) to enhance the efficiency of air conditioning systems in shopping malls. These technologies monitor and manage chillers for air conditioning, while also collecting energy consumption data from various systems, including chillers, lighting, and air conditioning units. This data helps identify high-energy consumption areas, enabling more efficient energy reduction planning. In 2024, Central Retail installed CPMS and EMIS at 10 Robinson Lifestyle Centers, achieving an energy reduction of 2,710 MWh (9,756 GJ), equivalent to a reduction of 1,355 tCO2e This initiative also resulted in energy cost savings of approximately 11.4 million baht per year.
In 2025, Central Retail installed CPMS and EMIS at 18 Robinson Lifestyle Centers, achieving an energy reduction of 4,342 MWh (15,631 GJ), equivalent to a reduction of 2,171 tCO2e This initiative also resulted in energy cost savings of approximately 18.3 million baht per year
Additionally, Central and Robinson Department Stores have implemented the Building Automation System (BAS) at all shopping centers to enhance energy management efficiency and automate building system controls. The BAS technology monitors and manages electrical systems, air conditioning, and chillers in real-time, significantly reducing energy consumption and operational costs.
Energy-Efficient Refrigeration Project
Central Retail has installed up to 2,163 energy-efficient refrigerators that use environmentally friendly refrigerants across 246 locations. These include Central Food Retail and GO Wholesale business units. As a result, Central Retail reduced energy consumption by over 17,485 MWh (62,946.07 GJ), reducing greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 8,741 tCO2e. In 2025, Central Retail installed up to 2,373 energy-efficient refrigerators that use environmentally friendly refrigerants. These include Central Food Retail and GO Wholesale business units. As a result, Central Retail has reduced energy consumption by over 19,183 MWh (69,057 GJ), reducing greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 9,590 tCO2e.
Smart Solar Streetlight Project
Robinson Lifestyle has installed solar-powered streetlights at 26 branches, reducing greenhouse gas emissions by more than 200 tCO2e, equivalent to planting approximately 60,000 trees. Robinson Lifestyle is also the first shopping mall in Thailand to pilot an Energy Storage System (ESS) and explore clean energy innovations.
