The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) today launched the second edition of its groundbreaking Net Zero Roadmap for Travel & Tourism, revealing the number of global Travel & Tourism businesses setting climate targets has surged by 27% in the past three years, with more than half now actively committed to emissions reduction. Launched at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan today, the report reveals, 53% of the 250 leading Travel & Tourism businesses analysed have now set climate targets, a significant increase from 42% in 2021, when the first Net Zero Roadmap was created.

Travalyst shares first sustainability certifications included on its list aimed at industry alignment. The list of 49 certifications compliant with Travalyst criteria is diverse, including Audubon International, Green Key Global, Fair Trade Tourism and Sustonica. Travalyst’s initiative aims to support certifications through an evolving legislative landscape whilst providing consistency across travel booking sites.

As the world continues its journey towards recovery from the challenges posed by the global pandemic, the year 2023 has emerged as a pivotal moment for the tourism industry. Characterized by resilience, adaptation, and a collective determination to rediscover the joys of travel, this year has witnessed a series of noteworthy highlights in global tourism.

Responsible Travel has published its first major impact report, as it rolls out a carbon labelling initiative to its 479 industry partners.

Global aviation leaders are set to pave the way for a more sustainable future in the International Air Transport Association’s 79th annual general meeting that began in Istanbul, Turkiye, on June 4.

Tourism ministers from around the globe say supporting local workers and small businesses is a vital element of the sector’s sustainable recovery from the pandemic.