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Hamilton Princess & Beach Club: the First Green Key Site In Bermuda
Hamilton Princess & Beach Club in Bermuda became the island’s first Green Key-certified resort, recognized for eliminating single-use plastics, installing refill stations, using solar power, reducing waste with ORBISK, and partnering with ecoSPIRITS. Sustainability is now core to its culture.
CO2 emission-free and ultra-quiet: this electric aircraft takes up residence at Rennes airport
Airskol, located at Rennes airport, has been offering training and discovery flights since March aboard the Pipistrel Velis Electro, a 100% electric certified aircraft. Founded by Nicolas Rousseau, the school combines passion with ecological transition. Discovery flights start at €165.
Malaysia’s MTC Orec partners with Japan’s IHI to boost biomethane development
MTC Orec partners with Japan’s IPC to boost biomethane in Malaysia using advanced tech to convert palm oil waste into clean fuel, cutting methane emissions and supporting sustainable shipping and aviation fuels.
Air transport seeks to reduce the greenhouse effect of condensation trails
French aviation leaders, including Airbus, Thales, Safran, Air France, gathered on May 22, 2025, to discuss strategies for reducing the climate impact of contrails (white exhaust trails from aircraft engines). The seminar, with Transport & Environment (T&E), focused on contrail avoidance strategies
Carbon tax at borders: European Parliament approves simplification of rules
The simplification of the carbon tax at the EU's borders, a measure aimed at greening imports into the 27, was approved by a large majority in the European Parliament on Thursday, May 22. The law will no longer apply to small importers, 90% of whom import less than 50 tonnes per year.
India has potential to emerge as net exporter of Sustainable Aviation Fuel: Boeing executive
Delhi: India has the potential to become a net exporter of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), according to Salil Gupte, President of Boeing India and South Asia, who spoke at the CII Annual Business Summit 2025 in the capital, reports Business Standard.
Radisson Hotel Group Launches First Verified Net Zero Hotels
Radisson Hotel Group has launched its first Verified Net Zero hotels in Oslo and Manchester, certified by TÜV Rheinland. These properties eliminate Scope 1 & 2 emissions, reduce Scope 3 emissions, and offset the rest with Nature-Based Solutions. Both use 100% renewable energy & sustainable practices
RADISSON HOTEL GROUP LAUNCHES FIRST TWO VERIFIED NET ZERO HOTELS
Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce its first two hotels to achieve Verified Net Zero status, achieving 2040 requirements of the Net Zero Methodology for Hotels today.
How Uganda Airlines’ Direct Flights To London Gatwick Strengthen Bilateral Trade, Tourism & Investment Links
Uganda Airlines' new direct Entebbe–London Gatwick flights use the fuel-efficient Airbus A330-800neo, reducing emissions. With the youngest fleet globally, the airline prioritizes sustainability, decarbonization, and operational efficiency, supporting eco-friendly growth