Democratising access to sustainability data
We’ve all seen firsthand how travel and tourism can be a double-edged sword, both a force that has the potential to do enormous good, or if mismanaged, cause significant harm. This industry is responsible for around 9% of global greenhouse gas emissions, as well as having a wide range of both positive and negative impacts on communities, biodiversity, social equity, and more.
Extreme weather events are contributing to an increasingly worrying number of natural disasters, many of which are in tourism hotspots such as the recent fires in Los Angeles and the flooding in Spain last year. Yet tourism continues to grow.
According to UN Tourism, by 2030, we’re expecting 1.8 billion international arrivals each year; nearly double the numbers we saw just two decades ago. Accommodating those kinds of numbers can only be sustainable if we focus beyond profit, prioritising people and places too.
HYB 2025 Sustainability Tech Edition
The upcoming edition of the Hotel Yearbook, titled "Sustainable Technology for Hospitality," offers essential insights into the transformative role of sustainable technologies within the hospitality industry. Arriving at a critical moment, a decade after the Paris Agreement, this edition emphasizes the growing urgency for intensified sustainable practices. It explores a broad range of themes, including sustainable hotel architecture, energy- saving designs, and nature-based solutions. The yearbook delves into carbon management tools for Scopes 1, 2, and 3, circular economy practices for waste minimization, water conservation techniques, sustainable supply chains, and AI-driven ESG reporting. Additionally, it covers green finance for real estate and addresses implementation challenges across diverse regions. Through a rich compilation of thought-provoking articles, case studies, and expert opinions, this publication serves as a valuable resource for industry leaders, providing the insights, strategies, and forecasts necessary to advance sustainability through innovative technologies. The HYB 2025 edition aims to guide, inspire, and challenge professionals in the hospitality sector to embrace and drive sustainable technology in their operations.