Green Tourism News
Eco badges grow in importance for tourism industry
Travellers now require higher levels of transparency of a company’s environmental performance. GlobalData’s 2021 Consumer Survey has found that almost 75% of global consumers think the introduction of sustainability labels on products should be mandatory.
Folly Farm waves flag for sustainability in Wales
Pembrokeshire zoo, Folly Farm, has upgraded its popular outdoor go karts to sustainable, electric models as part of its ongoing commitment to sustainability.
Movenpick Ibn Battuta Gate Dubai addresses environmental issues
In line with Movenpick Hotels&Resorts’ philosophy to contribute to a positive future, the Movenpick Ibn Battuta Gate Hotel in Dubai, U.A.E., identifies and promotes environmentally-friendly strategies.
Delta greenhouse gas emissions down 18.4 percent since 2005
Delta Air Lines has lowered its annual greenhouse gas emissions by 8.5 million metric tons, an 18.4 percent reduction since 2005. In its continued commitment to transparency, the airline has reported successful verification of its 2012 greenhouse gas emission inventories under The Climate Registry.
Families should not be put off visiting Crete
Now the school holidays are in full swing, increasing numbers of young people are heading to the Greek island of Crete to indulge in the late night clubbing scene. However loveholidays.com advises that UK families should not be put off visiting the island.
Turkish destination management company goes green
Turkey’s leading Destination Management Company, ODS, has demonstrated a compassion for the environment and responsible actions for many years. The company has developed a number of innovative concepts, promoting awareness among suppliers, clients, and staff – integrating a “green concept” into all levels of the business. Those efforts recently earned Green Globe certification.
Event venues in Braunschweig, Germany, switch to green
For years the Stadthalle Betriebsgesellschaft mbH Braunschweig, in Braunschweig, Germany, has demonstrated leadership and innovation in the fields of operational efficiency and social responsibility. “Sustainability is a most important topic these days, and if you want to be successful in the event sector, you have to follow the green trend and deliver a sustainable product,” commented Manfred Pesditschek, Board Executive.
Reduce your carbon footprint by exploring the greenest forms of travel
Jetting off on holiday and being green is not a combination we would usually see as a match made in heaven. Now more than ever, we are being told why we should look for more eco-friendly ways of living, including how we travel. Recent years have seen the rise of carbon offsetting, which has given us a get-out clause for our guilt when flying across the globe.
Green innovation in tourism can trigger major benefits
The Rio+20 event `Green Innovation in Tourism´, co-hosted by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), and the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) with the support of the Brazilian Ministry of Tourism and the UNWTO Affiliate Member CNC-SESC-SENAC gathered 300 international tourism experts.