One Thai resort shows what dedication it takes to lead the way in sustainability
Global Tourism Plastics Initiative
The Global Tourism Plastics Initiative is officially announced by UNWTO and UNEP, in collaboration with the Ellen MacArthur Foundation. This initiative unites the tourism sector behind a common vision to tackle the root causes of plastic pollution, enabling businesses and governments to take joint action.
Greenhost Hotel is incorporate green-initiatives
As the hospitality industry has a dramatic environmental impact through energy, water consumption, food waste, and electronic waste; Greenhost Hotel – an eco-conscious boutique hotel located in the renowned Prawirotaman area of Yogyakarta, takes its steps to help to protect the environment.
Tourism startups focus on innovation and sustainability
The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), in association with Globalia, the leading tourism group in Spain and Latin America, has selected the finalists of the 2nd Global Tourism Startup Competition
Sustainable Hotels: Learnings from designing a carbon-positive hotel
With over 60% of consumers world-wide worried about climate change, the notion of sustainability has become more pressing than ever.
The Azores – World’s first EarthCheck certified Archipelago
In a significant milestone, the Azores is the world’s first archipelago to be certified under the EarthCheck Sustainable Destination program.
JOALI Maldives leads the way for sustainable luxury eco-travel
The Resort’s Environmentally Friendly Programs Invite Visitors to Find Joy in Every Passing Moment While Giving Back to Nature
MGM Resorts announces bold vision for social impact and sustainability
MGM Resorts International announced an evolved vision for social impact and sustainability including setting goals to bolster diversity and inclusion
Food waste in tourism is a bigger issue than previously thought
Food waste originating from hotels, restaurants, and events is recognized and can be estimated and calculated, but as the tourism industry is becoming more and more diverse, so are the sources of its food waste.
3 simple initiatives to make your hotel eco-friendly and sustainable
According to the Sustainable Travel Report 2018 by Booking.com, 87% of global travelers want to travel sustainably, and 68% of guests intend to stay in an eco-accommodation.
