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China Airlines Leads Taiwan's Aviation Industry in Promoting Sustainable Development across the Value Chain

Today marks the third year of Taiwan-based China Airlines participating in The Aviation Challenge (TAC) by SkyTeam. Flights CI100/CI101 between Taoyuan and Tokyo (Narita) on the A350-900 highlight their sustainability efforts, using SAF, carbon-reducing operations, and supporting a circular economy.

Source: China airlines
Dalata Hotel Group Hails Progress on Sustainability Strategy

Dalata Hotel Group – the owner and operator of the Clayton and Maldron hotel brands – has continued to progress its sustainability strategy. The group said it achieved 29% reduction in Scope 1 & 2 carbon emissions per room sold in the first half of this year

Source: ITTN
Haffner Energy in biogenic carbon deal with IdunnH2 for Icelandic e-SAF facility

Haffner Energy has partnered with IdunnH2 to supply biogenic carbon for a 65,000-tonne e-SAF facility near Keflavik Airport. It will combine green hydrogen from Iceland's renewable grid with Haffner's biocarbon from gasification, reducing costs and addressing carbon sourcing challenges.

Source: GreenAirNews
Singapore Airlines recycled more in-flight waste than earlier reported

Singapore Airlines revised its in-flight waste recycling rate upwards to 11% after receiving new data, which is a significant increase from the previously stated 1.7%. The airline acknowledged that it significantly understated the amount of glass waste it recycled. Efforts to focus on the environment and sustainable aviation fuel have become a priority for airlines, as the industry aims to achieve net zero emissions by 2050. Despite the increase in recycling rate, Singapore Airlines still lags behind some of its peers in recycling efforts. The airline has faced criticism for its sustainability efforts in the past, particularly regarding the use of paper boxes for economy-class food.

Source: Straits Times
Singapore's First 'Garden-in-a-Hotel'

Sitting in the heart of the central business district and Marina Bay, with panoramic views of the city skyline, the 583-room PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay, Singapore is a champion of sustainability, environmental responsibility and advocate for green innovations in the hospitality industry,

Source: Pan Pacific
Bali’s Apurva Kempinski Hotel Champions Sustainable Tourism in Indonesia with New GSTC Certification

The Apurva Kempinski Bali has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first hotel in Indonesia to earn the prestigious Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) Certification. This notable accomplishment underscores their dedication to sustainable development.

Le Four Seasons Hotel Nashville remporte l'or LEED, établissant une nouvelle norme en matière d'hôtellerie durable

Le Four Seasons L'hôtel Nashville est fier d'obtenir la certification LEED Or, soulignant son engagement envers la durabilité, les pratiques respectueuses de l'environnement et la conservation de l'énergie.

Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility

At Marriott International and The Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter, we strive be a force for good. We embrace our corporate responsibility to create a positive and sustainable impact, and are committed to integrating leading practices and principles into our core business strategy.

Source: Marriott
Austrian Airlines first to adopt ‘shark skin’ technology on 777-200ER aircraft

From December this year, Austrian Airlines will be the first airline to adopt the fuel-saving AeroSHARK surface film to its Boeing 777-200ER aircraft; with the product predicted to save the fleet around 8,300 metric tons of CO2 over the next four years.