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Singapore Introduces First-Ever Mandatory Sustainable Aviation Fuel Levy Starting 2026
Singapore will introduce the world’s first mandatory SAF levy from April 2026 to fund sustainable aviation fuel. Fees vary by destination and cabin class, are modest to encourage adoption, and support its goal of 1% SAF by 2026 and 3–5% by 2030, setting a global model for greener air travel.
Philippines Leads The Charge In Sustainable Aviation With Cebu Pacific’s Groundbreaking, Greener, And Smarter Air Travel
Cebu Pacific leads Philippine sustainable aviation with fleet upgrades, fuel-saving practices, digital tools, electric ground ops and community projects. Award-winning, it targets an all-NEO fleet by 2030, lower emissions and net-zero by 2050, proving affordable travel can be greener.
Sustainable Hong Kong: These Luxury Hotels Are Leaning Into The Green
The Langham, Four Seasons & Cordis HK lead in sustainability: oyster shells upcycled to cement, food waste redistributed or composted, single-use plastics removed, eco-friendly cleaning, energy savings, conservation projects, EarthCheck-certified operations.
Vietnam Airlines Goes Green on World Environment Day: SAF Flights Simultaneously Take Off Across Vietnam
Vietnam Airlines used SAF on six domestic flights and partnered with Xanh SM to offer EV ride discounts, promoting a full green journey. As Vietnam’s SAF pioneer, it expands fuel use, builds local supply chains, and advances digital tools to support net-zero goals and a “Green Future” message.
How Air Tahiti Nui’s Sustainability Program Is Punching Above Its Weight
Air Tahiti Nui drives sustainability through efficient 787s, waste reduction, local sourcing, carbon offsets, and creative upcycling. With strong government support, the airline advances responsible tourism while preserving Tahiti’s environment and cultural heritage.
Hotel Shilla Converts its Hotel Brands to Eco-Friendly Businesses
Hotel Shilla is launching a sustainability program across Shilla Hotel, Shilla Monogram, and Shilla Stay, introducing standards in 13 areas like energy savings and recycling. Seoul and Jeju Shilla will gain Green Key certification this year, with all 20 properties targeted long-term.
Hong Kong’s Cathay Pacific Leads Asia’s Aviation Revolution Toward Sustainability with Fuel-Efficient Planes
Cathay Pacific is advancing greener aviation with fuel-efficient A350/A321neo aircraft, a goal of 100% sustainable aviation fuel by 2030, major cuts to single-use plastics, and innovative food-waste-to-energy programs—driving lower emissions and leading Asia’s shift to eco-friendly air travel.
YLW honoured for advancing sustainability in aviation
Kelowna International Airport earned Level 3 Airport Carbon Accreditation for cutting GHG emissions through renewable diesel, LED runway lighting, solar panels, geothermal systems, reduced fuel use, and improved waste management, supported by its collaborative Campus Green Committee.
Radisson Hotel Group: Renewable Energy & Net Zero Hotels
Radisson Hotel Group ranked 37th in Sustainability Magazine’s Top 250 Most Sustainable Companies 2025. Committed to net zero by 2050, it targets a 46.2% cut in Scope 1–2 and 27.5% in Scope 3 emissions by 2030. Two hotels already meet 2040 net zero standards, powered by 100% renewable energy.