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Hospitality Industry to Reduce Food-Related Emissions by 30% by 2030: A Groundbreaking White Paper Reveals How

The recently unveiled white paper 'Decarbonising Hotel Food Systems' provides a roadmap for the global hospitality industry to cut food-related emissions by 30% by 2030, potentially reducing up to 70 million tonnes of CO2 annually. The paper was produced by the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance, Iberostar Hotels & Resorts, the Sustainable Markets Initiative, and Systemiq. It underscores that hotels, representing 1% of all food production emissions and generating 3% of global food waste, can significantly influence the global food system by optimizing energy use and leveraging their procurement power.

Sustainable Hospitality Alliance and Iberostar Hoteles
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Taj Public Service Welfare Trust – Continuing The Legacy of Service

The Taj Public Service Welfare Trust (TPSWT), established in December 2008 after the Mumbai terror attacks, marks 16 years of dedicated humanitarian support. Over the years, the Trust has addressed the needs of survivors and families affected by both man-made and natural disasters, while promoting the welfare of injured and disabled armed forces members. It also played a crucial role in supporting migrant workers and healthcare professionals during the COVID-19 pandemic.

IHCL
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Sustainability is important to three in four European travellers

Europeans anticipate travelling more frequently and spending more on travel in 2025, according to a new research report from Accor, a global leader in hospitality. But the industry faces a pressing need to address sustainability challenges arising from this growth and to help travellers turn good intentions into good choices.

Accor
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Redefining Luxury and Sustainability: Insights from John Roberts, President & CEO of Empyrean INTL

As luxury hospitality evolves, guest expectations are shifting toward a deeper appreciation for sustainable practices and thoughtful details that elevate the experience. John Roberts, President and CEO of Empyrean INTL, shares how the company navigates these trends, offering insights that resonate with hoteliers aiming to enhance their guests’ stay through luxury linens that balance opulence with eco-conscious values.

BLLA
HN TV
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Charting Sustainable Paths: Commitments and Strategies at Minor International

At COP29 in Baku, HNtv INSIDERS sat down with Chompan Kulnides, Chief Sustainability Officer at Minor International PCL and Willy Legrand, Professor of Tourism and Hospitality Management at IU International University of Applied Sciences in Germany to discuss Minor International’s sustainability strategy. As one of the largest hospitality and restaurant companies in the Asia Pacific Region, Minor International signed the Glasgow Declaration on Climate Action in Tourism. Ms. Kulnides explains why signing a declaration plays an important part in demonstrating commitment to action. This was also highlighted earlier during the day by the many signatories of the Baku Declaration on Enhance Climate Action in Tourism. Legrand and Kulnides discussed human and natural capital, carrots and sticks in sustainability, as well as reporting and compliance. This is a packed 20-minute discussion to underscore the necessity of embedding sustainable practices at the core of business strategies for lasting impact.

Hospitality Net, Minor and IU International University of Applied Sciences
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Tourism Makes History at COP29 as 50 Countries Back Climate Action Declaration for Sector

For the first time in the history of the summit, COP29 featured a Tourism Day, with a First Ministerial Meeting dedicated to positioning tourism policy to support national climate goals. In Baku, public and private sector leaders recognized the significant impact of climate change on the tourism sector and its contribution to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. At the same time, they emphasized tourism's potential to actively foster climate adaptation and regeneration strategies. Over 700 stakeholders participated in the Tourism Day events.

UN Tourism
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Global greenfield Investment in tourism Reflects Resilience and Shift Toward Sustainability in 2024

The latest fDi Tourism Investment Report 2024 ("Global greenfield investment trends in tourism"), released by the Financial Times in collaboration with UN Tourism and with the support of the Diriyah Gate Company, offers an in-depth look at global greenfield investment trends in tourism, emphasizing recovery from the pandemic and outlining current developments.

UN Tourism
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A story of change | Mitsis Group's Sustainability & CSR Report 2023

As we reflect on another year of dedication to sustainable growth and responsible hospitality, I am proud to present our 2023 Sustainability & CSR Report. At Mitsis Group, our commitment to excellence goes hand in hand with our unwavering dedication to sustainability, social responsibility, and ethical governance. This year, we have continued to make significant strides in our efforts to create a positive impact on the environment, empower our communities, and ensure that our guests can travel sustainably.

MITSIS
Greece
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Audubon International Awards Ritz-Carlton, Denver Green Lodging/green Hospitality Gold Certification

Audubon International – the environmentally focused non-profit organization offering members numerous certifications and conservation initiatives to protect the areas where we all live, work, and play – announces that The Ritz-Carlton, Denver has attained Green Lodging/Green Hospitality Gold-level Certification for sustainable best practices.

Audubon International