Tourism Leaders Convene on Zero Waste Day to Launch Global “Recipe of Change”
Fifteen major hospitality companies serving 600M+ guests annually commit to halving food waste by 2030 through UN-backed initiative.
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Applications open for 2026 Destination of Sustainable Cultural Tourism Awards
The ninth annual awards program focuses on regenerative, smart and resilient cultural tourism with applications due May 15, 2026.
EEA Partners with Con-ServeTM ESG data intelligence platform
The partnership will enable hospitality businesses to access ISO-compliant sustainability data and industry benchmarking for ESG compliance.
Sea turtle hatching at Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru for the first time in more than a decade
Olive Ridley turtle eggs laid in January hatched after nearly a decade absence, highlighting the resort's 20-year Marine Lab conservation program.
Dusit Hotels and Resorts joins GSTC in support of sustainable hospitality worldwide
The Thai hotel group's 290-property portfolio joins GSTC as part of its Tree of Life sustainability program aligned with UN SDGs.
Better together: The SRA’s sustainability insights report shows hospitality is rising to global challenges through collaborative action
The SRA's three-volume report covers sustainability initiatives across 43 countries, emphasizing local solutions to global challenges through community collaboration.
MGM Resorts’ Community Water Investment Now Saving 7 Million Gallons Annually at Employee Homes
MGM Resorts' $500,000 employee rebate program with Southern Nevada Water Authority achieves 7 million gallons in annual household water savings.
Verified Net Zero Hotels scale from pilot to program as Radisson Hotel Group targets 100 by 2030
Radisson expands its verified net zero program from 2 pilot hotels to 100 by 2030, with TÜV Rheinland verification and phased rollout starting in Norway.
SCP Hotels Expands Epic Experiences with Personalized, Nature-Led Journeys
SCP Hotels launches nature-focused experience programs at four properties, featuring sunrise paddleboarding in Oregon and volcanic exploration in Hawaii.
Point A Hotels Achieves Green Tourism Silver Accreditation Across Portfolio
The Silver certification covers all Point A properties except two recent openings, with sustainability credentials now driving 9% higher bookings and premium pricing.
Long-haul travellers increasingly prioritise greener, off-beat and locally immersive trips to Europe
Survey of 3,000 travelers across six markets shows growing preference for greener transport, local experiences, and off-peak timing when visiting Europe.
How is RIU Hotels supporting children in Ireland through its partnership with Barnardos?
RIU will fund early childhood and family support programs in Dublin's vulnerable communities through a structured three-year partnership starting February 2026.
Major Hotel Groups Ranked on Plant-Forward Policies as Climate Strategy
Scope Three Action ranked major hotel chains on plant-based food policies, with Accor and Radisson leading while most groups lack measurable commitments.
ITB 2026 Recap: Regenerative by design – Stories from Practitioners
Panel explores how tourism businesses can shift from growth-focused to ecosystem-health focused models, with community-led stewardship replacing reactive destination management.
ITB 2026 Recap: Regenerative Mindset – A Battle of the Systems
Panel discussion challenges tourism's incremental sustainability approach, advocating for complete industry reorientation toward regenerative practices.
AHLA Brings Industry Leaders Together to Accelerate Responsible Growth
AHLA's fourth annual summit combined sustainability and F&B committees for the first time, honoring award winners and sharing practical resources for reducing operational costs.
The HOTEL Yearbook 2026 explores “The Regenerative Question – What Hospitality Must Become”
The publication features 25 global experts examining how hospitality can shift from extractive to regenerative practices that actively support community and environmental health.
How is RIU Hotels driving child education in the Bahamas and Jamaica through its Proudly Committed strategy?
RIU partners with local organizations to provide literacy, STEM, and nutrition programs for 270+ children across Grant's Town Nassau and Montego Bay centers.
Travalyst accelerates the development of the Data Hub six months after launch
Amadeus partnership through Tech4Impact program enabled native mobile app development for offline sustainability data capture by small accommodation providers.
UN Tourism opens call for Best Tourism Villages 2026
The program has grown to 319 rural destinations across 65 countries since 2021, with applications for 2026 recognition due June 9.