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Melia’s sustainability progress

Spanish hotel group Melia has improved the green credentials of three of its hotels in Asia, adding more than 2,600 solar panels to the properties.

Source: Top Hotel News
Sustainability Initiatives in Saudi Arabia Hotels’ Housekeeping (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle)

Saudi hotels are embracing sustainable housekeeping aligned with Vision 2030, focusing on eco-friendly practices like reducing single-use plastics, adopting biodegradable cleaning products, eco-friendly laundry, and waste management. Initiatives like energy-efficient lighting, water conservation...

Hilton’s Hotel Marcel: A Net-Zero Transformation Reshapes Hospitality Industry

The mini-documentary “Hotel Marcel: A Net-Zero Transformation,” part of ESG News’s new “Brands With Values: Net-Zero Transitions Series,” delves into the innovative journey of Hotel Marcel’s conversion into the United States’ first net-zero energy hotel.

Source: ESG News
Pegasus Airlines named a “global standout” in sustainability by CAPA

The Turkish low-cost carrier was named Global Environmental Sustainability Airline/ Airline Group of the Year at the CAPA – Centre for Aviation 2024 Environmental Sustainability Awards for Excellence awards.

Frontier Airlines Wins Prestigious “Environmental Sustainability Award for Excellence,”

DENVER – November 7, 2024 – Ultra-low fare carrier Frontier Airlines (NASDAQ: ULCC), America’s Greenest Airline, was deemed the “North American Environmental Sustainability Airline of the Year” by the Centre for Aviation (CAPA) in its “2024 Environmental Sustainability Awards for Excellence.”

RIU Hotels & Resorts secures green power supply from Iberdrola Mexico

Spanish hotel chain RIU Hotels & Resorts has purchased 100% green and emission-free electricity for five of its establishments in Mexico, a press release said on Monday.

Source: Renewables Now
SITA teams with Arab airlines on developing technology to enhance flight sustainability

SITA and AACO launched Eco Mission, a tool to help airlines cut fuel use, emissions, while meeting environmental regulations. Developed with three AACO airlines, it simplifies compliance, optimizes operations, and supports sustainability goals. Deployment starts next year with EU jet fuel mandates.

Source: Green Air News
GLASGOW MARRIOTT HOTEL EARNS GREEN KEY AND THE PLEDGE™ CERTIFICATIONS FOR SUSTAINABILITY EXCELLENCE

Glasgow Marriott has secured two prestigious environmental certifications: the internationally recognised Green Key and The PLEDGE™ on Food Waste accreditation. These accolades demonstrate the hotel’s commitment to sustainability and reducing its environmental footprint.

easyJet Partners with Airbus on Innovative Carbon Capture

easyJet joins with Airbus to make significant strides towards carbon neutrality in aviation through Direct Air Carbon Capture and Storage technology