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Long Beach Airport cuts carbon with solar canopies generating over 3 million kWh in first year

Long Beach Airport's solar canopies, installed in 2023, have generated 3.2M kWh of clean energy, cutting electricity use by 10% and offsetting emissions equal to 291 homes. The project boosts sustainability and comfort, aligning with LGB’s green innovation goals.

Canadian SAF projects involving Alder and Dimensional receive Boeing investment

Boeing invests CAD 17.48M in two Canadian SAF ventures: Project Avance converts wood waste to low-carbon biocrude for SAF; Dimensional Energy develops power-to-liquid tech converting CO2 into synthetic fuel. These innovations boost sustainable aviation, supporting Canada’s decarbonization goals.

Source: Greenair News
Helsinki Airport achieves Level 5, reaching net zero for emissions under its control

Air Caraïbes and French bee: a new in-flight plastic bottle recycling system

On June 5, 2025, Air Caraïbes and French bee launched an in-flight PET bottle recycling program at Paris-Orly with Paprec and Newrest. Expected to recycle 174,000+ bottles yearly, the initiative cuts CO₂ and highlights their push for sustainable air travel.

Source: Air Journal
H World Group Releases 2024 Sustainability Report, Advancing Sustainable Development through Service Innovation

H World Group’s 2024 Sustainability Report highlights green innovation, female leadership, community care, and effective governance, with key strides in low-carbon operations, rural revitalization, and digital safety, reaffirming its ESG leadership in global hospitality.

Source: Morning Star
Reducing Environmental Impact in Hospitality: How IG Group Contributes

The UK hospitality sector adds £59B to the economy but faces major sustainability challenges, from 1M+ tonnes of food waste to high CO2 and water use. IG Group aims for Net Zero by 2030, tackling emissions, waste, and energy use through sustainable operations and design.

Source: Ig Group
British Airways to undercut rivals with cheaper ‘green’ flights

British Airways, Aer Lingus and Iberia revealed the group is currently paying less than 60% of the market rate for sustainable aviation fuel.

Source: Morning Star
VINCI Airports offers SAF and an electric charging station at Annecy Haute-Savoie Mont-Blanc Airport

Annecy Haute-Savoie Mont-Blanc Airport (France) now offers SAF and an electric aircraft charging station via VINCI Airports and TotalEnergies. The SAF, made from waste like used cooking oil, supports decarbonisation, aligning with VINCI’s environmental strategy.

'It's Like Being in an Oven:' How Extreme Heat Is Changing Travel

Climate disruption isn’t just a future threat - it’s already changing the way we travel. Businesses have no choice but to adapt.

Source: Skift