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Air France-KLM secures 10 year supply of SAF

Air France-KLM has agreed to a supply of up to 1.5 million tons of more sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) over a 10-year period until 2035, aiming to reduce CO2 emissions and increase the use of SAF on all its flights.

Flight Air France (AF) KLM (KL)
Source: Travel Weekly
Publication date:2024-10-23
Marriott Unveils Program for Event Planners to Measure, Reduce Carbon Emissions

Connect Responsibly will go live at properties around the globe by the end of October. It offers event planners access to comprehensive Meeting Impact Reports and ways to offset the carbon emissions produced by those events through purchasing carbon credits.

Marriott Marriott International Inc United States
Source: Travel Pulse
Publication date:2024-10-21
Wizz Air and Airbus to launch sustainable aviation fuel trial ahead of EU mandates

“This positions Wizz Air at the forefront of compliance with the EU’s forthcoming RefuelEU aviation regulations, which are set to take effect in 2025,”

Flight Wizzair (W6) Hungary
Source: CBN
Publication date:2024-10-21
Accor - Promoting Responsible Sourcing: Transforming Dining Experiences with Local and Organic Practices

Accor - On the occasion of World Food Day, we shed light on initiatives that promote a responsible food chain across the globe. From hotel farms to organic partnerships, discover how two of our hotels are leading the way towards a more sustainable future.

Accor France
Source: Market Screener
Publication date:2024-10-21
Meliá Hotels limit food waste with AI

Meliá Koh Samui and Meliá Ho Tram have reduced food waste by 40% using AI technology from Lumitics to track and adjust leftovers without compromising quality. Other Meliá properties, like Meliá Chiang Mai, have recycled over 3,000kg of food into compost, promoting a circular food economy.

Melia Thailand Vietnam
Source: The Saigon Times
Publication date:2024-10-19
Vietjet Becomes First Airline to Operate Flights with Sustainable Aviation Fuel, Partnering with Petrolimex Aviation

VietJet became the first airline to operate flights using Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in partnership with Petrolimex. 2 SAF-powered flights flew from Vietnam to Melbourne and Seoul. SAF,made from waste products,can reduce emissions by up to 80%,marking a milestone for Vietnam's aviation industry

Flight VietJet Air (VJ) Vietnam
Source: APN News
Publication date:2024-10-19
Southwest Airlines Partners with Valero for Largest Sustainable Aviation Fuel Agreement at Chicago Midway Intl. Airport

Southwest Airlines Co. has unveiled a new partnership with Valero Marketing and Supply Company (a subsidiary of Valero Energy Corporation, NYSE: VLO) to establish a sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) supply agreement for Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).

Flight Southwest (WN) United States
Source: Green Leaf
Publication date:2024-10-19
Vietnam Airlines Joins SkyTeam’s Aviation Challenge by Accelerating CO2 Offsetting and Reducing Plastic Waste

Vietnam Airlines has launched initiatives to offset CO2 emissions and reduce plastic waste, marking a significant step toward sustainability. These efforts align with The Aviation Challenge 2024, reinforcing the airline’s commitment to sustainable development.

Flight Vietnam Airlines (VN) Vietnam
Source: The Arabian Post
Publication date:2024-10-17
Review: London Heathrow Marriott

London Heathrow Marriott, refurbished 2016-2018 features contemporary rooms a spacious lobby and a swimming pool. A leader in sustainability it boasts a Food Waste Lab and zero-waste recipes. GM Ron Vos shared insights into the hotel’s eco-friendly practices and achievements after a food waste event

London Heathrow Airport Marriott International Inc United Kingdom
Source: Sustainable Hotel News
Publication date:2024-10-16