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Climate Hub
Welcome to Skift’s Climate Hub, where solutions-based journalism cuts through industry spin to spotlight real progress in travel sustainability. In partnership with Intrepid Travel, Skift’s editorial team will evaluate environmental claims, highlight meaningful advancements, and hold the travel sector accountable. This independent initiative brings rigorous reporting to the forefront and pushes the industry to meet the moment in the face of growing scrutiny from travelers and stakeholders alike.
Hawaii Adds ‘Green Fee’ to Hotel Stays to Combat Climate Change
The new climate tax model shifts part of the climate change burden onto the travel sector, particularly hotels, vacation rentals, and cruise operators.
Announcing GreenShift, a New Podcast About Climate Change and Travel
The podcast where solutions-based journalism cuts through industry spin to spotlight real progress in travel sustainability.
Sweeping U.S. Tax Bill Would Roll Back Grants for Green Jet Fuel
The bill sends mixed messages about the future of sustainable aviation fuel in the U.S. While some funding channels remain, others could be axed.
House Passes Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’: Here’s How It Impacts Aviation
The bill, which will now go to the Senate for a vote, includes provisions on reforming air traffic control and axing sustainable aviation fuel grants.
Radisson Launches Two ‘Net Zero’ Hotels, Says Financing Gaps Are Slowing Climate Progress
While Radisson sees strong potential in scaling this model, financial constraints are holding back further expansion.
Airbnb Experiences Doesn’t Address Climate Change
Questions remain about how the indirect emissions from Airbnb’s expansion into new experiences will be addressed.
Green Jet Fuel Shortage Risks Higher Airfares
Many governments are investing in sustainable-aviation fuel, but given the shortages, net-zero targets will be tough to meet.
Choice Hotels Discloses Full Emissions, Tries Energy Tech – But No Net-Zero Goal Yet
Choice Hotels is now tracking all its emissions and testing new tech to cut them, but hasn’t set a net-zero goal as other hotel groups have done.
Smart Thermostats Could Reduce Carbon Emissions, says Vacation Rental Platform
Smart thermostats could help reduce emissions. The real power lies in scale: small changes multiplied across thousands of properties can add up.