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Unpacking Sustainable Tourism Certifications – What do they mean and are they effective?

Solimar International

Sustainable Tourism Certification: Steps and Benefits In this modern era, where responsible travel is becoming more popular, the way we travel is changing significantly. Explore the role of sustainable tourism certifications. What Are the Essential Criteria for Achieving Sustainable Certification in the Tourism Industry?

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Sustainability Is in Focus for Cultural Heritage Conference in Sydney

Smart Meetings

Here is seven ways local host Australia ICOMOS is incorporating sustainability into GA2023. ICOMOS is encouraging attendees to purchase carbon offsets for their travel to and from the event, to use public transport during the event or stay at hotels within walking distance of the venue. Developing a Sustainability Guide.

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What Are Sustainable Tourism Certification Schemes and Do They Work?

Solimar International

Sustainable tourism certifications are designed to assess the environmental impacts of businesses that facilitate tourism activity. Certifications are approved by a third party assessor who will measure a number of criteria including carbon footprint, employee satisfaction, water and energy use, and more. The Solution?

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The Ultimate Sustainable Event Management and Planning Checklist

Bizzaboo

Now more than ever, sustainability is top of mind for event planners because it’s a top priority for event attendees. of attendees said sustainability and DE&I are their No. of attendees said sustainability and DE&I are their No. So how do you plan a sustainable event? 1 priority, and 31.2% Does yours?

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Discover the Meaningful Sustainability Efforts in Greater Miami and Miami Beach

Convene by PCMA

The Greater Miami and Miami Beach region is also making great strides in sustainability practices. For meeting planners who are looking to include sustainable elements in their events, there are various recent efforts to consider. It is focused on enhancements including energy-efficient lighting, ventilation and air conditioning.

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GBTA’s milestones for sustainability

Travel Daily Media

The post GBTA’s milestones for sustainability appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. As an industry, through individual organisations as well as our collective efforts, we’re making real progress toward more sustainable global business travel. GBTA partners with the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance .

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Advito and BCD M&E Create Emissions Calculator for Meeting Professionals

Smart Meetings

A new tool could help measure and prioritize sustainability efforts at meetings. The sustainability tool builds on Gate4, an ISO-certified carbon reporting method developed last year by Advito , a subsidiary of BCD Travel. “We Read More: New Collaborative Course Offers Tips for Easy Sustainable Travel .

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