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Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Kelowna Airport is Biosphere Committed

The Hampton Inn & Suites Kelowna Airport champions sustainability through modular construction efficient energy and water use reduced plastics and soap recycling via Clean the World. Aligned with Hilton's 2030 goals and TOTA's Biosphere program it advances eco-friendly operations and SDG commitments

Kelowna International Airport Canada
Source: TOTA News
Date de publication:2024-12-16
Turkish Airlines signs lease agreement with SMBC for five Airbus A321neos

Turkish Airlines will lease five Airbus A321neos from SMBC Aviation Capital in 2025, advancing its fleet modernization. SMBC has leased 15 Airbus planes to Turkish Airlines since 2022. The deal supports sustainability and operational goals, amid ongoing expansions, including orders for 342 aircraft.

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Source: Aerotime
Date de publication:2024-12-13
Carbon reduction consultancy Watershed facilitates SAF certificate deals through SABA

Watershed enabled SAF certificate purchases for BlackRock, Ripple, Samsara, and Block via SABA, supporting emissions cuts of 500,000 tons. SAF will fuel Alaska Airlines, advancing decarbonization. Watershed’s efforts boost corporate emissions goals and sustainable aviation initiatives.

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Source: Green Air News
Date de publication:2024-12-11
TaxiBot Tows First Passenger Flight

KLM tested a pilot-operated TaxiBot at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, towing a plane to the runway with engines off, cutting fuel use by up to 65%. This reduces noise and emissions. Schiphol aims for sustainable taxiing by 2030, requiring updates to infrastructure, technology, and processes.

Vol KLM (KL) Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Source: Airline Geeks
Date de publication:2024-12-11
Edinburgh Airport invites feedback on its Noise Action Plan

Edinburgh Airport seeks community feedback on its 2024-2028 Noise Action Plan to manage aviation noise. Online meetings with impacted residents and stakeholders will shape the plan, aligning with the airport’s Greater Good strategy to min. operational impacts and foster collaboration with neighbors.

Edinburgh Airport United Kingdom
Source: Airport World
Date de publication:2024-12-11
Sustainability Bites: Circularity in Actiony

Felicity Cousins of Sustainable Hotel News and Michael Mason-Shaw of Cycas Hospitality hosted Sustainability Bites at Hyatt Place London City East, focusing on circularity in hospitality. Experts discussed waste management, barriers like costs, infrastructure, and guest attitudes, and evolving strategies.

United Kingdom
Source: Sustainable Hotel News
Date de publication:2024-12-11
Q&A: Why British Airways Uses Carbon Removals

Carrie Harris (British Airways) & Marta Krupinska (CUR8) discuss carbon removals and aviation's sustainability. Aviation drives $3.5tn economic activity and 90M jobs but accounts for 2.5% of emissions. BA leads in carbon removals, buying 33,000 tonnes via CUR8 to mitigate its environmental impact.

Vol British Airways (BA) United Kingdom
Source: Sustainability Mag
Date de publication:2024-12-05
Minor Hotels Achieves Sustainability Milestone with 30 Properties Earning Green Growth 2050 Platinum Certification

Minor Hotels celebrates 30 properties earning Green Growth 2050 Platinum certification, showcasing sustainability in 56 countries. Key milestones include first Platinum awards in Sri Lanka and Africa. Highlights: eco-friendly habitats in Sri Lanka, water conservation in Seychelles, and Dubai.

United Arab Emirates Sri Lanka Seychelles Thailand
Source: Hotel Guest Experience
Date de publication:2024-12-05
Uganda Airlines launches Flight Path Sustainability Project

The Flight Path Sustainability Project aims to reduce bird strikes by 40% at Entebbe International Airport through improved waste management, focusing on fish waste along Lake Victoria's shores. The initiative enhances safety, supports local communities, and promotes sustainability

Vol Air Uganda (U7) Uganda
Source: Times Aerospace
Date de publication:2024-12-03