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The hospitality industry, particularly the luxury segment, often faces questions about its environmental impact. Indulgence and excess are often associated with luxury travel, raising concerns about its compatibility with sustainability practices. However, the answer is not as clear-cut as it may seem. You can see list of ideas below, and also our notes from the …

Can Opulence Meet the Green Agenda? Sustainability in Luxury Hospitality Read More »

On March 7th, Sustainability Kiosk hosted thought-provoking invitation-only Executive Roundtable at Anantara Dubai The Palm. Sustainability leaders from leading hotel brands including Minor Hotels, Jumeriah, Accor, Millennium, Mandarin Oriental, The First Group, Raddison, and Rove – convened to discuss the future of hospitality – a future built on achieving net positive impact.  The event wasn’t just talk. Attendees …

Highlights from Executive RoundTable for Net Positive Hospitality Read More »

Businesses are increasingly under pressure to disclose their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices. Investors are factoring ESG performance into their decision-making, and regulations like the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) are mandating transparency. This includes reporting on travel emissions, a significant contributor to corporate carbon footprints. Travel Companies Embrace Sustainability: Travel management companies (TMCs) …

The Rise of ESG and Travel Management Reporting Read More »

Carbon footprint and the digital age The universal reach of the internet, woven into the fabric of our daily lives, masks a hidden truth: its significant and ever-expanding carbon footprint. Much like traditional industries, our online activities – from streaming entertainment to navigating the digital landscape – contribute to energy demands for device manufacturing, infrastructure …

Reducing your Carbon Footprint in the Digital Age Read More »

The Sustainable Hospitality Alliance (SHA) launched a new initiative called the Net Positive Hospitality Simulation. The tool has been designed to help hotels navigate the path towards Net Positive Hospitality, a concept where hotels aim to give back more than they take to the planet, people, and communities in which they operate in. Here’s what …

Net Positive Hospitality Simulation Release Read More »

Historic Agreement at COP 28 Dubai – A Shift Away from Fossil Fuels and a Call to Action  COP28 marks a turning point in the fight against climate change, with the final agreement for the first time calling for a move away from fossil fuels. This is a major victory for activists and a sign …

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