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Pittsburgh International Airport expands solar field as part of comprehensive energy innovation
Pittsburgh Int'l Airport is doubling its solar field, adding 11,216 panels to generate 4.7MW more clean energy. In partnership with Duquesne Light & IMG, this expands PIT’s energy leadership, supports the grid, and builds on its microgrid and SAF innovation goals.
Global airlines to address trade war, net-zero uncertainties at annual summit
Airline leaders meet in India amid trade war fears, green goals, and rising costs, despite record post-pandemic travel and demand facing delays, supply issues, and fare pressure.
Singapore Airlines advances sustainability goals with new sustainable aviation fuel deals
Singapore Airlines advances sustainability with SAF deals from Neste, World Energy, cutting 9,500+ tons CO₂. Efforts support 2030 SAF, 2050 net-zero goals, and boost Asia-Pacific SAF adoption via Green Fuel Forward campaign.
Banyan Group’s Efforts to Improve Hotel & Hospitality Impact
Banyan Group’s 2024 report highlights emissions cuts, waste and water efficiency, marine and bird conservation, and community impact. Key goals include 42% emissions cut by 2030, 100% cage-free eggs, and sustainable seafood by 2025.
How the Airbus Foundation Supports the Planet and People
In 2024 the Airbus Foundation worked to deliver satellite tech, aid and education, advancing global sustainability, conservation and resilience
The hotel industry is decarbonizing, but financing is lagging behind
Although the tourism sector accounts for 11% of France's greenhouse gas emissions, awareness in the hotel industry is real, and a far cry from the greenwashing of the 2010s. The question of financing remains....
Hamilton Princess & Beach Club: the First Green Key Site In Bermuda
Hamilton Princess & Beach Club in Bermuda became the island’s first Green Key-certified resort, recognized for eliminating single-use plastics, installing refill stations, using solar power, reducing waste with ORBISK, and partnering with ecoSPIRITS. Sustainability is now core to its culture.
CO2 emission-free and ultra-quiet: this electric aircraft takes up residence at Rennes airport
Airskol, located at Rennes airport, has been offering training and discovery flights since March aboard the Pipistrel Velis Electro, a 100% electric certified aircraft. Founded by Nicolas Rousseau, the school combines passion with ecological transition. Discovery flights start at €165.
Malaysia’s MTC Orec partners with Japan’s IHI to boost biomethane development
MTC Orec partners with Japan’s IPC to boost biomethane in Malaysia using advanced tech to convert palm oil waste into clean fuel, cutting methane emissions and supporting sustainable shipping and aviation fuels.