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Iberostar eyes 2030 carbon neutral goal
The company hopes to achieve the goal 20 years before the global target set by the wider travel industry
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Travelport joins Prince Harry's Travalyst Coalition
The firm will now implement Travalyst’s methodology for emissions reporting
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Zero-carbon UK flights ‘a reality within 20 years’
Within the next 20 years, passengers could be flying between all regions of the UK on aircraft that emit no carbon emissions, according to an aviation consortium
The aircraft will be delivered during 2024 and 2025 (Credit: British Airways)
British Airways to launch new carbon emissions calculator
Customers can calculate their estimated impact on the environment and choose to purchase sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to reduce their emissions
A new tourism minister was appointed this week. Picture: Marcin Nowak/Unsplash
Climate groups take govt to court over Jet Zero strategy
Two groups have lodged judicial review claims because the govt’s Jet Zero strategy ‘would encourage a huge increase in flights’
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Sustainable marine fuels ‘essential’ to cruise industry’s net-zero goals
Despite advancements into achieving net-zero carbon by 2050, a new report highlights the need for development of sustainable fuels
Carbon offsetting branded 'get out of jail card' for aviation sector
Climate Action Guidebook to offer practical steps towards decarbonisation
“It’s all about taking action now," Abta Travel Convention delegates were told
Agenda 2021 - Ready to take flight
UK aviation chief urges govt to help ramp up vital SAF production
Airlines UK boss warns current infrastructure can’t deliver governmental targets for decarbonising the industry
TTG Media has forged a partnership with sustainability consultancy TerraVerde (Credit: Noah Buscher / Unsplash)
Kuoni parent invites applications for sustainable tourism projects
It comes after the DER Touristik Foundation launches a new website with a ’take action’ section
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Destinations will 'lead' tourism’s sustainability efforts, summit told
Future of Tourism Summit places focus on how destinations can reduce their environmental impact
How to effectively measure and reduce a carbon footprint
Travel's sustainability policies must create and measure 'real impact'
Collaboration between public and private sectors will be key to success, Future of Tourism Summit delegates told
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Future of Tourism Coalition to offer ‘practical action’ at first climate summit
Centred around “creating a climate for collaboration”, the event will be held in-person in Athens and online
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Adventure experts plot low-carbon road trip to summit
Adventure Tours UK and The Adventure Connection founders will drive an e-car to 2022 Adventure Travel World Summit in Switzerland to save on their carbon footprint
How to effectively measure and reduce a carbon footprint
The burning issue: Is travel really set up for a carbon-free future?
The government wants the aviation industry to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050, but how realistic is this ambition? Gary Noakes reports
Carbon offsetting branded 'get out of jail card' for aviation sector
New online tool launched to help customers book sustainable trips
Ecosy launched on World Tourism Day 2022 (27 September)
EasyJet Airbus A321neo Gatwick
EasyJet to transition sustainability investments away from offsetting
Airline to prioritise fleet renewal, operational efficiencies and sustainable aviation fuels to progress journey to net-zero emissions by 2050
Carbon offsetting branded 'get out of jail card' for aviation sector
Future of Tourism Coalition holds first summit
The Future of Tourism Coalition will meet for the first time next week to discuss sustainability efforts
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Newmarket to share ‘transparent’ sustainability journey through new hub
The escorted touring specialist’s ‘Travel for Good’ hub sets out the steps it is taking to improve its positive impact on people and the planet
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Carnival Corporation hails 'next-generation' ship fuel test
Holland America Line has become the first Carnival brand to run a long-term 100% biofuel test
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Tui partners with National Geographic to offer new Med tours
The brand has added 48 new trips across seven countries with more to follow
Ryanair signs SAF deal
Ryanair signs sustainable fuel deal
Ryanair seals deal to obtain small proportion of its fuel needs from sustainable sources
Byway finds a new way to sell travel
'We must speed up the journey to slow travel'
"Slow travel is the direction we’re all heading and is clearly in growing demand"
Iata is easing its financial criteria for travel agencies from November 2021 to October 2022
Cost of living crisis inspiring uptick in eco-friendly travel
New study reveals 89% of adults have made changes to their holidays, which both save money and prove more environmentally friendly
Carbon offsetting branded 'get out of jail card' for aviation sector
Tui to focus on 'real' carbon reductions rather than offsetting
The group has submitted its environmental targets for scientific validation by SBTi