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Best of 2022: Sustainability

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The hospitality industry has joined nations around the globe in an effort to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, and there are two ways that can go. Although not many airports have taken on the goal of reaching net-zero emissions by 2050, there are some in the United States and abroad that are making their contribution.

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The SEPC: Learn to be a Green Planner

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As signatories of the Net Zero Carbon for Events initiative, they are committed to Net Zero by 2050. On June 30, 2023, they also committed to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), a corporate roadmap to help guide them to their Net Zero by 2050 goal. Maritz is a leader in the events industry’s sustainability efforts.

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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. on track for net-zero emissions by 2050. In 2022, the center was the first U.K.

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3 Travel Trends to Watch in 2023

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Here are three trends in travel that Convene editors believe also will impact business events and those working in the industry. The FAA has set the goal of achieving a net-zero aviation system by 2050, nudging airlines to look at switching to sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) and even battery-operated aircraft for short-haul routes.

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3 Trends Shaping Events: Nomad Economy, Greener Transit, and Regenerative Models

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In its report “The Future 100: 2022,” creative agency, consultancy, and technology company Wunderman Thompson has identified 100 trends across industries — from culture to health to travel and hospitality — that will shape the way we live and work this year and beyond. More Trends. Up next, Senior Editor Jennifer N. Greenmapping.

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Events Industry Leaders to Present Net Zero Carbon Events Pledge at COP26

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The event industry’s Net Zero Carbon Events Pledge requires signatories to commit to targets aligned with the Paris Climate Accord, which includes achieving a 50-percent reduction in carbon emissions by 2030 on the way to net zero emissions by 2050. 31 through Nov. 12 in Glasgow, Scotland.

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Secrets of Green Miami

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Miami-Dade County’s Climate Action Strategy aims to cut the county’s greenhouse gas emissions by 50% from 2019 levels by 2030 and achieve net zero by 2050. But did you also know that Miami is leading the way in sustainability?