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At the World Aviation Festival, SAF sparked debate over cost, food impact, and viability. While SAF can cut emissions by 80%, challenges like price, supply, and limited adoption persist. Hydrogen tech, new aircraft designs, and carbon removal may offer broader sustainability paths.

Air NZ replaced its 2030 carbon target with flexible emissions guidance, aiming for net zero by 2050. It focuses on SAF, fleet upgrades, efficiency, and verified offsets, aligning with NZ climate standards to transparently manage sustainability risks and progress.

Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo, Green Globe Gold certified since 2019, was recertified in 2024 with 82% compliance. The hotel advances sustainability via eco toiletries, recycling programs, electric transfers, and staff well-being, reflecting ethical luxury in Monaco’s iconic landmark.

Major U.S. airlines—Alaska, Hawaiian, JetBlue, American, United, Southwest, Delta—are investing in SAF, efficient aircraft, AI route tools, and carbon capture. Sustainability efforts include waste reduction, contrail avoidance, and green airport design.

Hilton marks Stop Food Waste Day by becoming the first hospitality firm to sign the U.S. Food Waste Pact. Through AI, partnerships, and zero-waste menus, Hilton is reducing food waste across 8,600+ hotels, saving meals, cutting emissions, and driving sustainable dining worldwide.

Hilton Sofia boosts sustainability via amenity recycling, energy-efficient tech, plastic-free practices, local sourcing, food waste reduction, rooftop beehives, community support, green travel, and performance tracking through Hilton’s LightStay platform.