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MGM Resorts International Hits Sustainability Milestone

Smart Meetings

MGM’s target is to reduce its overall greenhouse gas emissions by 50 percent by 2030, and source 100 percent renewable energy in the United States and 80 percent globally by 2030. This solar array is among the most significant steps our industry has taken in terms of tackling climate change and promoting renewable energy.

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The Future Is Now: The Case Of Event App Design

Endless Events

No wonder our hosts believe that it feels as if we’ve time-traveled all the way to 2030 in the last 10 months as far as technology goes. From 2020 To 2030 In 10 Months. They would pay $10,000 for an app and then, they’d never promote it. Will and Brandt are passionate techies, so they know it all! What about 2040?

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Celebrate World Tourism Day

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It also seeks to promote innovative solutions to bolster economic growth and productivity. The industry can anticipate the need for investment in education and skills as their workforce looks towards welcoming millions of graduates and adding 800,000 jobs requiring vocational training by 2030. Reducing emissions brings a $24.7

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Power of Partnership Stewardship Summit (POPS)

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Promoting the DMO’s DEI strategies and the POPS mission with business-to-business networking is a tangible way to work towards progress in the future. This multicultural event will be an interactive and educational experience to increase awareness and understanding of how cultural tourism is affecting the industry.

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ExCel London Paves the Way for Green Meetings

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It is a Planet Mark-certified business and a signatory of the Net Zero Carbon Events Pledge —which means it has committed to accomplishing a 50% emissions reduction by 2030 and net zero by 2050. ExCel’s Sustainability ExCel has established a reputation as an organization committed to doing better for the planet.

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WTTC Survey Assesses Cities’ Sustainable Tourism Growth

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In a report by World Travel & Tourism Council and JLL, “ Destination 2030: Global Cities’ Readiness For Sustainable Tourism Growth ,” the two organizations take a look at the cities making tourism sustainable. To promote tourism, the city reinvests tourism revenue fees via its hotel occupancy tax. Austin, which came in at No.

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Sustainable event ideas in Lucerne

The MICE Blog

It has since celebrated its 10th anniversary and has permission to operate at least until 2030. Residenz’ since February 2022: The Neubad apartment serves as a retreat for creative and sociocultural short and long stays, actively promoting art and networking. They can also suggest local giveaways.