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Helsinki Airport achieves Level 5, reaching net zero for emissions under its control
Canadian SAF projects involving Alder and Dimensional receive Boeing investment
Boeing invests CAD 17.48M in two Canadian SAF ventures: Project Avance converts wood waste to low-carbon biocrude for SAF; Dimensional Energy develops power-to-liquid tech converting CO2 into synthetic fuel. These innovations boost sustainable aviation, supporting Canada’s decarbonization goals.
Air Caraïbes and French bee: a new in-flight plastic bottle recycling system
On June 5, 2025, Air Caraïbes and French bee launched an in-flight PET bottle recycling program at Paris-Orly with Paprec and Newrest. Expected to recycle 174,000+ bottles yearly, the initiative cuts CO₂ and highlights their push for sustainable air travel.
H World Group Releases 2024 Sustainability Report, Advancing Sustainable Development through Service Innovation
H World Group’s 2024 Sustainability Report highlights green innovation, female leadership, community care, and effective governance, with key strides in low-carbon operations, rural revitalization, and digital safety, reaffirming its ESG leadership in global hospitality.
Reducing Environmental Impact in Hospitality: How IG Group Contributes
The UK hospitality sector adds £59B to the economy but faces major sustainability challenges, from 1M+ tonnes of food waste to high CO2 and water use. IG Group aims for Net Zero by 2030, tackling emissions, waste, and energy use through sustainable operations and design.
Towards more sustainable tourism: our CSR plan
Louvre Hotels Group, via the WTTC’s “Hotel Sustainability Basics,” commits to 12 global sustainability criteria. Key goals: eco-efficient buildings, RSE training, ethical sourcing, and cage-free eggs and ECC-certified chicken by 2025–2026, across all brands worldwide.
British Airways to undercut rivals with cheaper ‘green’ flights
British Airways, Aer Lingus and Iberia revealed the group is currently paying less than 60% of the market rate for sustainable aviation fuel.
Five airports operated by Motiva in Brazil join Airport Carbon Accreditation at Level 1
Five airports in Brazil operated by Motiva have joined the Airport Carbon Accreditation programme at Level 1, marking an important first step in their journey towards decarbonisation.
VINCI Airports offers SAF and an electric charging station at Annecy Haute-Savoie Mont-Blanc Airport
Annecy Haute-Savoie Mont-Blanc Airport (France) now offers SAF and an electric aircraft charging station via VINCI Airports and TotalEnergies. The SAF, made from waste like used cooking oil, supports decarbonisation, aligning with VINCI’s environmental strategy.