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Earth Day is a Call to Action

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credit: Shutterstock The central goal is for a 60% reduction in the production of plastics by 2040 to lead to the larger goal of a plastic-free future. It actually produces more energy than it uses, with over 1,000 solar panels that produce over 575,000 kwhs annually and even an elevator designed to generate power for the hotel when braking.

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Arabian Travel Market 2023 launches sustainable stand award

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“For our 2023 event, we wanted to include a category that provided synergy with our official theme, ‘Working Towards Net Zero’ and furthermore one that supports the UAE’s broader net zero commitment as well as RX’s mission to deliver Net Zero Carbon events by 2040.” “The

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Starting IPW 2022 with a Green Bang: Tourism Cares Pledges $10,000 to IDEAS for Us

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In addition to presenting American tourism to international planners, a series of panels, summits and workshops offer attendees many opportunities for personal and professional growth. 315 companies have signed the Climate Pledge so far, an agreement to be fully carbon neutral by 2040. Growth in the Ground and the Convention Attendee.

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