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WTTC Survey Assesses Cities’ Sustainable Tourism Growth

Smart Meetings

Tourism, for all its economic and personal growth potential, has a massive environmental footprint. Sustainability efforts are key to keep the travel and tourism train going. In 2018, international visitors accounted for 81% of Bangkok’s tourism spend. Bangkok came in at No. 1 one in the “concentration” category.

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Tourism sector invites Europeans to open up to travel again

ETC Corporate

European tourism bodies providing the essential leadership to reassure consumers that safe and seamless travel is possible in summer 2021. Leading by example, the heads of European national tourism boards met in person for the first time since the start of the pandemic to show Europe’s readiness to restart travel and tourism.

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New ETC report investigates links between the changing tourism environment and NTOs work

ETC Corporate

As a consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic, coupled with ongoing challenges posed by climate change and ensuring sustainability, tourism globally is in a critical period of transition. Recognising this, the European Travel Commission (ETC) has released a report: “ The Changing Tourism Environment and Its Impact on the Work of NTOs ”.

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Power of Partnership Stewardship Summit (POPS)

Smart Meetings

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. and Blacks in Travel & Tourism.

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California Passes Extensive Climate, Clean Energy Bill

Smart Meetings

Hospitality, Tourism Industries Combat Climate Change. Measures in sustainability have been implemented across the board in tourism and hospitality industries, from more sustainable forms of travel to eco-friendly practices at hotels and meetings venues. Local Government Takes Action.

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Sustainable Tourism Transformation: Unveiling the Power of ESG Implementation

Solimar International

Discover how Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles are revolutionizing the tourism industry, driving sustainability through strategic implementation, and shaping a greener future for travel. Read on to find out the intersection between ESG and tourism.

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Swiss Sustainability Forum to lead a sustainability agenda in Bern

The MICE Blog

Bern’s positioning as a leader in the energy and environmental sector, and its easy accessibility within Switzerland and from neighbouring countries, make it the most suitable city to host the Swiss Sustainability Forum. Circular Economy Entrepreneurs 2021. Photo credit: NZZ Connect. About the organiser. Circular Economy Entrepreneurs 2021.