Sustainability at Ares Oils

Our Belief

We view nature as a privilege, not a guarantee. With that comes a responsibility to treat it with respect, fairness, and care for future generations.

Our Purpose

Our commitment is guided by a simple conviction: to create lasting, responsible value for today’s communities and tomorrow’s world. The global food and agriculture sector faces constant pressure to meet rising demand while safeguarding the planet. At Ares Oils, we believe that transformation is not optional — it is essential.

Sustainability is not a separate initiative for us; it is woven into our business strategy. By channeling our resources into innovation and traceable solutions, we enable both suppliers and customers to thrive in a marketplace that demands resilience, transparency, and responsibility.

Our Sustainability Pillars

People

We safeguard and invest in the well-being of our employees and respect the rights of all individuals who contribute to our value chain.

Climate

We actively assess climate risks across our operations and supply networks. By implementing adaptation measures and supporting lower-carbon alternatives, we strengthen resilience in the face of change.

Land

We protect natural ecosystems by avoiding deforestation, sourcing RSPO-certified palm oil, and promoting regenerative practices. Where possible, we encourage the use of degraded land, supporting farmers in adopting sustainable cultivation methods.

Responsible Supply Chain

We believe that doing business responsibly means leaving a positive footprint in every community where we operate. This includes respecting human rights, conserving biodiversity, and advancing efforts to end deforestation. Our supply chain standards reflect our values:

Safety

Integrity

Sustainability

Sustainable Palm Oil

The Challenge

Palm oil remains the world’s most efficient oilseed, yielding more per hectare than any other crop. It will continue to play a critical role in food production and rural livelihoods. However, its production must be fair, transparent, and sustainable.

Our Approach

Ares Oils does not own plantations or mills. Instead, we act as a responsible link between manufacturers and end markets, sourcing RSPO-certified palm oil that is fully traceable and compliant with international sustainability benchmarks.

We actively promote and uphold the NDPE (No Deforestation, No Peat, No Exploitation) principles by committing to:

  • Comply with all laws, regulations, and ethical business practices.
  • Protect peatlands of all depths.
  • Respect the rights of workers, local communities, and indigenous peoples.
  • Support smallholder inclusion and adoption of sustainable methods.
  • Ensure supply chain transparency and traceability.


We collaborate with suppliers, manufacturers, and industry partners to reinforce these commitments, ensuring that sustainability is not just a policy but a shared practice.