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COP28: Christchurch Airport recognised for sustainability achievement
COP28: Christchurch Airport, along with nine European airports, has achieved a historic milestone by attaining Level 5 in Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA). This recognition, unveiled by the Airports Council International (ACI) at the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28),
Global airlines body urges oil sector to invest more in sustainable fuel
GENEVA, Dec 7 (Reuters) - The oil and gas sector and alternative fuel producers need to beef up efforts to produce greener aviation fuel to help airlines to cut carbon emissions, the chief economist of global aviation industry body IATA said on Wednesday.
Hilton Green Breakfast Records 62% Reduction in Food Waste Across 13 UAE Hotels
Hilton, in collaboration with Winnow and ne’ma, announced the results of the ‘Green Breakfast’ pilot program which saw a 62% reduction in pre- and post-consumer food waste across breakfast operations in 13 UAE-based hotels across a four-month period.
COP28 event highlights the energy transition for aviation
Global Sustainable Aviation Forum was held to underscore the need for cooperative approaches to decarbonizing air transport. Experts and leaders from across the aviation sector provided an overview of the requirements for the energy transition in aviation.
Accor partners with China Hospitality Association for sustainable certification
Accor Greater China partners with China Hospitality Association to achieve Green Hotel Certification. The process includes evaluation of green operations, environment, and health and safety. Accor aims for all hotels to be certified by 2026 through local and global initiatives.
Lufthansa tests green fares on long-haul flights
The Lufthansa Group is now offering its Green Fares on selected long-haul flights. Since the introduction of the offset fares, the demand for this offer has increased.
UK aims to boost domestic production of green aviation fuel to meet sustainability targets
UK airlines, such as Virgin Atlantic and British Airways, are urging the government to invest in domestic production of green aviation fuel to meet the country’s goal of having 10% of flights powered by sustainable aviation fuel.
Why The Airbus A321neo Is At The Core Of Wizz Air’s Fleet Strategy
The Airbus A321neo has become a staple throughout Wizz Air’s services. The low-cost carrier has entrusted the narrowbody to lead its operations as the Hungarian outfit expands across Europe, the Middle East, and beyond.
Gulf Air partners with Safa platform to launch carbon emissions management initiative
Gulf Air, the Kingdom of Bahrain’s national carrier, announced its carbon management initiative in partnership with Safa, a voluntary carbon offsetting platform that provides individuals and businesses with the option to understand and manage the carbon footprint from their day-to-day activities.