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InterContinental Phuket Resort's Heavenly Hospitality Centres on Sustainability

This sun-kissed paradise is a must for foodies with six imaginative bars, restaurants, and a Michelin mention.

Bengaluru airport's T2 receives IGBC platinum rating for sustainability

Terminal 2 of the Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru has received the IGBC Platinum certification by the Indian Green Building Council.

Source: Hindustan Times
Etihad Plans Flight With Sustainable Aviation Fuel Made From CO2

Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates, will partner with Twelve, a carbon transformation company, to advance sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) made from CO2 and renewable energy in the industry. The airline announced the partnership earlier this week.

Source: Simple Flying
Emirates creates $200m sustainability fund as chief warns on decarbonisation pace

Middle Eastern carrier Emirates is creating a $200 million fund to accelerate research into reducing commercial aviation’s carbon impact.The Dubai-based airline is warning that the sector needs more effective options to decarbonise.Its sustainability fund is focused on engine

Source: Flight global
Emirates creates US$ 200 million aviation sustainability fund

Dubai, UAE, 11 May 2023 – Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, today announced it has committed US$ 200 million to fund research and development (R&D) projects focussed on reducing the impact of fossil fuels in commercial aviation.

Source: CNN
IHG Hotels and Resorts’ growth trajectory, sustainability journey

IHG Hotels and Resorts is rapidly expanding with recent deals such as Holiday Inns in Riyadh’s Olaya District and Khobar, and Intercontinental Resort Red Sea in Saudi Arabia. These ventures are a testament to the company’s growth trajectory, fueled by favorable market conditions.

Radisson Hotel Group spearheads sustainability plans in line with vision 2050

Radisson Hotel Group announced its ambitious expansion plans at this year’s Arabian Travel Market. The Group, which currently operates 52 hotels and resorts in the Middle East, is looking to grow its portfolio to reach 150 properties in operation and under development in the Middle East by 2030.

Dubai Reduces Reliance on Single-Use Plastics

4 billion plastic bottles are consumed annually in the United Arab Emirates and 40% of all plastic in the country is single-use. This can be devastating for local wildlife, from sea turtles to camels.

Source: Euronews
Norwegian invests in Norsk e-Fuel SAF plant

Norwegian announced on April 24, 2023, that it was going to invest in a new plant to produce sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) in Mosjøen, Norway.

Source: Aerotime Hub