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Join Us at COP 16: Machu Picchu – A Carbon Neutral and Regenerative Tourism Destination

At this year’s COP 16, we are excited to invite you to a key side event, organized by Green Initiative, focusing on how one of the world’s most iconic sites—Machu Picchu—is becoming a global leader in sustainable tourism. Discover how collaboration between public and private sectors is making Machu Picchu a carbon-neutral and regenerative tourism […]

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Green Initiative’s Climate and Nature Positive Sustainability Work Featured in One Planet Network’s Tools and Resources: A Major Step for Global Climate Action

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In a powerful endorsement of our efforts to drive climate and nature positive sustainability in tourism, Green Initiative has been prominently featured in the One Planet Network’s Tools and Resources section, a key platform for advancing climate-positive action. Several landmark projects, including the Carbon Neutral Certification renewal of Machu Picchu, the Climate Action Guide for

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Green Initiative at the One Planet Network Forum 2024

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In September, Green Initiative participated in the One Planet Network Forum 2024 in Rio de Janeiro, participating in the panel “Tourism Reimagined: Towards Circular, Low Carbon, Regenerative, and Inclusive Operations.” We shared our work on sustainable tourism and explored how the industry can drive positive environmental change. Our discussion highlighted practical ways to integrate circular

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Green Initiative Selected as Finalist in the Green Projects Innovation Challenge: Pioneering a New Era of Sustainable Tourism in Latin America and the Caribbean

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We are thrilled to announce that Green Initiative has been selected as a finalist in the Green Projects Innovation Challenge—a groundbreaking effort led by UN Tourism in collaboration with the Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean (CAF). This challenge, designed to accelerate innovation in the tourism sector, aims to reshape the industry by

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Welcome Érico Mendonça: A Pioneer and Visionary in Sustainable Tourism

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We are thrilled to welcome Érico Mendonça, a visionary leader in Brazilian tourism, to our community. With over 35 years of experience shaping the tourism landscape in Brazil, Érico has held pivotal roles, including Secretary of Culture and Tourism for Salvador da Bahia and Superintendent of Tourism Investments for Bahia. He played a crucial role

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Celebrating World Tourism Day with a Global Milestone: Green Initiative Wins as World’s Leading Sustainable Organisation

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On this World Tourism Day, Green Initiative is honored to share a significant achievement: winning as the World’s Leading Sustainable Organisation at the 2024 World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards! This recognition underscores our commitment to a greener, more sustainable tourism industry that regenerates rather than depletes. We extend our deepest gratitude to everyone who

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What Are Green Bonds and Why Are Prices So Low?

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In recent years, green bonds have become a powerful financial instrument, playing a key role in addressing the global challenge of climate change and funding sustainability projects. These bonds support environmentally beneficial initiatives such as renewable energy, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable infrastructure, offering both financial returns and a tangible positive impact on the environment. Despite

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How Destinations Can Become Climate Certified and Why It Matters

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In today’s climate-conscious world, destinations seeking to be Climate Certified must follow a structured process, provided by Green Initiative. The certifications align them with international sustainability frameworks, including the Paris Agreement and Glasgow Declaration. Here’s how destinations can get certified, and why they should do so. Steps to Climate Certification Why Pursue Certification? Inspiration from

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Setting Climate and Nature Positive Goals: A Pathway for Sustainable Business Leadership

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In today’s corporate landscape, companies are increasingly adopting climate and nature positive goals to ensure that their business activities reduce environmental harm and contribute to the restoration and preservation of ecosystems. Achieving such goals requires combining strategic planning, emission reduction, and ecosystem restoration. Since our founding, Green Initiative has been helping businesses across various sectors

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Recap – Webinar on Regenerative Tourism: The Key Dimension for Ecological Sustainability and Business Competitiveness

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On August 28, 2024, the Green Initiative hosted an exceptional international webinar titled “Regenerative Tourism: The New Dimension for Ecological Sustainability and Long-Term Business Competitiveness.” The event brought together a diverse group of experts, industry professionals, and global stakeholders to discuss the transformative potential of regenerative tourism. The webinar provided attendees with invaluable insights into

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