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Southwest Airlines sells ethanol technology subsidiary SAFFiRE Renewables to Conestoga

On 18 August, Southwest Airlines sold SAFFiRE Renewables, a subsidiary developing ethanol via corn-stover feedstock (storable for SAF production), to Conestoga. This ends Southwest’s direct involvement in feedstock tech development but could shift strategy to partnerships.

Source: Green air News
Radisson RED Oslo City Centre confirmed as Verified Net Zero hotel

Radisson RED Oslo City Centre opens as one of the world’s first Verified Net Zero hotels, offering 118 stylish rooms, dynamic social areas, and a bold take on Scandinavian minimalism—leading the way in climate-conscious travel.

Why this airline wants you to take your amenity kit home

Singapore Airlines wants you to reuse their amenity kit after your flight.

Source: USA today
Air France: Evolving the Airline Experience in 2023

Air France aims to cut carbon emissions 30% by 2030 and reach net-zero by 2050. It's investing in fuel-efficient aircraft and targeting 10% SAF use by 2030—key steps in greening aviation and leading sustainable transformation in the airline industry.

Southwest Airlines sells renewable unit in retreat from climate goals

The sale is part of the airline’s pullback from sustainability initiatives, which included laying off seven of 10 employees working to reduce its climate pollution.

Source: POLITICO PRO
Cathay Pacific to Host IATA’s World Sustainability Symposium

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) will be holding their third World Sustainability Symposium (WSS) on 21-22 October 2025. The event will be hosted by Cathay Pacific and will bring together leading organisations across the aviation, energy, finance, and policy sectors in Hong Kong

Source: Travel Radar
Central Hotels & Resorts Achieves 12% Food Waste Reduction, Saves AED 25,000 Annually in Landmark Sustainability Drive

Green hospitality strategy prevents up to 40 metric tons of CO₂ emissions yearly, cuts landfill waste by 10%, and boosts guest satisfaction by up to 10%

Source: Dubai Week
Green solutions help this Canadian hotel save money and impress guests

Hyatt Place Ottawa West is setting a new eco standard in hospitality with geothermal heating, solar panels, EV chargers, and food recovery programs—cutting emissions, energy use, and waste while proving green innovation can boost guest satisfaction and savings.

Source: MaRS
Hotel Waste Finds New Life As Sustainable & Trendy-Looking Furniture In Bali

Designer Max Lamb transformed waste from Bali’s Desa Potato Head hotel—like old linens, cooking oil, and oyster shells—into striking furniture. Each piece highlights, not hides, its recycled origins, blending bold aesthetics with a raw, honest story of sustainability.

Source: YD Yanko Design