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Six Marriott International hotels receive Green Key certification in Mexico
Six Marriott Intl. hotels in Mexico, including Zadún, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, and Solaz, a Luxury Collection Resort, received Green Key certification for sustainability. They focus on water and energy conservation, waste management, composting, and using locally sourced food
Six Marriott International hotels receive Green Key certification in Mexico
On January 29 and February 6, six Marriott International hotels in Mexico, including Zadún and Solaz, received Green Key certification for their sustainable practices in water and energy use, waste management, and environmental protection. Mexico now has 248 Green Key-certified hotels.
First Saudi SAF supplies go to sustainable tourism gateway Red Sea International Airport
Saudi Arabia's first SAF will fuel Red Sea Airport, supporting a major eco-tourism project. Fly Red Sea will use SAF and explore zero-emission tech. By 2030, 50 resorts will run on renewables, showcasing the kingdom’s push for sustainable travel and reduced aviation emissions.
United Airline’s Investment in Heirloom’s Carbon Removal
United Airlines Ventures (UAV) is investing in Heirloom's DAC technology to remove 500,000 tons of CO₂, supporting sustainable aviation and net-zero goals. The technology captures CO₂ from the atmosphere, enabling its use in sustainable aviation fuel production and permanent storage
United Airlines Plans to Remove 500,000 Tons of CO2 With Direct Air Capture Investment
Air travel harms the environment, but companies like United Airlines are working on sustainability. United invested in DAC company Heirloom to remove up to 500,000 tons of CO2. Heirloom’s limestone-based method is cost-effective, supporting United’s goal of net zero by 2050.
Scandinavian Airlines wins Prestigious Sustainability Award
Scandinavian Airlines advances sustainability with a 20% CO₂ reduction per passenger, fuel-efficient operations, lightweight cargo pallets, and sustainable aviation fuel. Committed to net-zero by 2050, it drives innovation, optimizes routes, and enhances resource efficiency for greener air travel.
TaxiBot in DEL SpiceJet Flight
TaxiBot, a semi-robotic towing tractor, towed a SpiceJet Boeing 737 to the runway, marking its first commercial use in India. It helps save fuel, reduce CO2 emissions, and lower noise. Connected to the nose wheel, it lets pilots taxi without using engines.
American Airlines Cargo continues to reduce plastic waste
American Airlines Cargo partners with BioNatur Plastics to cut plastic waste. Since 2022, it has used biodegradable plastic for cargo needs, reducing waste by 12.6M plastic bottles in 2023. BioNatur’s products biodegrade in landfills within 8-12 years. The airline plans to expand their use.
Boon and Cygnett Hotels Partner to Redefine Sustainable Hospitality with Zero-Carbon Hydration
Boon and Cygnett Hotels & Resorts have partnered to replace plastic bottles with Boon’s AI-powered water purification and reusable glass bottles. This collaboration supports sustainability by reducing plastic waste, carbon emissions, and promoting eco-friendly practices in hospitality.