Carbon Offsets Mask Aviation Industry’s Lack of Green Alternatives
Carbon offsetting is by and large a con. The idea that rather than reducing environmentally harmful activities you can simply outsource the solution is ridiculous.
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.
Thailand Tourism Body Needs More Than Marketing Prowess as It Turns 60
It’s one of the most astute destination marketers around, but the Tourism Authority of Thailand is facing a different test of skills as it turns 60 years old next year. Will it be as artful in developing “responsible tourism” for the kingdom?
IHG CEO: Guests Are Pressuring Hotels to Reduce Plastics, Not Governments
For IHG, governments are behind the curve in helping to reduce plastic waste. The real influence comes from its guests, whose awareness and expectations have increased exponentially in the last couple of years.
How Bad Will It Get When Overtourism Meets Climate Change?
The effects of climate change and overtourism on global destinations will converge over the course of the coming decades. Leaders need to start planning now for a world defined by overcrowding and limited resources.
New Skift Report: How Planners and Properties Are Making Events More Sustainable Than Ever
The push for sustainable practices — including environmental sensitivity as well as a drive to make meetings and events more inclusive, more engaging, and more interesting for new generations of attendees — is the foremost challenge for both venues and planners alike. Forward thinking venues like The Venetian Resort are tackling these problems head on.
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Skift Global Forum Preview: Publicis Exec Tobaccowala Says Human Connection More Important Than Ever
Experiences are increasingly central to travel. This means travel companies should pay special attention to long-term values like relationships, authenticity, and emotional connection while also not forgetting about the bottom line.
Skift Global Forum Preview: Cayuga Integrates Luxury and Sustainability in Central American Indie Hotels
Upscale hotels are embracing environmental awareness these days. But for many hoteliers, it's crucial not to let their luxury standards slip while skipping the straw.
Quelle Surprise! EasyJet Hates the Idea of France’s New Eco Tax
The aviation industry's impact on the environment is only going to grow over the coming years as air travel increases across the world. Increasing taxes might force airlines to find new solutions while also raising money to fund more sustainable forms of transport.
Atlanta: An Airport Case Study in Trying to Manage Plastic Waste
To reduce plastic waste, airports have to work with airlines, concessionaires, travelers, designers, local governments, and other parties. That's a lot of people to educate and much behavior to influence.
A Better Venue Layout Makes for Greener Events
Event attendees need places to work, decompress, and put their food down. As obvious as it sounds, these spaces can be hard to find at conferences due to poor venue design. Not only does this have a negative impact on guest mood, it can also lead to more food waste.