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MGM Resorts International Hits Sustainability Milestone

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“With MGM Resorts’ significant scale and resources, we’re positioned to make a meaningful difference in the fight against climate change, and we recognize our responsibility to build a more environmentally sustainable future,” says Bill Hornbuckle, MGM’s president and CEO. Steve Sisolak. Steve Sisolak.

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Sustainable event ideas in Lucerne

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I recently visited Lucerne to attend the ‘Go Sustainable’ study trip, organised by the Lucerne Convention Bureau in collaboration with the Zurich Convention Bureau. This event brought together both destinations to showcase to event planners the extensive possibilities for organising sustainable events.

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WTTC Survey Assesses Cities’ Sustainable Tourism Growth

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Sustainability efforts are key to keep the travel and tourism train going. 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. Austin, which came in at No.

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Celebrate World Tourism Day

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It is a day to highlight the need for investment in funding gaps to build a more sustainable and resilient tourism sector. It also seeks to promote innovative solutions to bolster economic growth and productivity. They released three ways the tourism industry can contribute to the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

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ExCel London Paves the Way for Green Meetings

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Breaking down the company’s recent sustainability strategy International exhibition and convention center ExCel London is a carbon-neutral venue and an advocate for the path towards green meetings. Recently, the company debuted a comprehensive sustainability strategy. At over 100,000 sq. In 2022, the center was the first U.K.

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Power of Partnership Stewardship Summit (POPS)

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The need for change in travel and tourism The hospitality industry is continuing its efforts towards improving sustainability, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) with cross-sector discussions and in-person activities. The Travel Foundation and the U.S.

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Budget, Innovation and Engagement Ideas Were Centerstage at Global DMC Partners Annual

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percent between 2024 and 2030, according to Grand View Research, and the European market is on a similar track. Sustainability and CSR Provide and promote water stations as an alternative to water bottles. MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions) market is expected to grow by 7.8