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The Roadmap to Net Zero: How Travel & Tourism Can Lead the Decarbonization Effort

The Roadmap to Net Zero: How Travel & Tourism Can Lead the Decarbonization Effort

The travel and tourism industry contributes nearly 8% of global carbon emissions, making it a key sector in the fight against climate change. To transition toward a net zero future, businesses must move beyond carbon offsetting and integrate climate action directly into their operations. The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has developed a Net […]

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Blended Finance for Decarbonization De-risking Climate Mitigation Investments Green Initiative

Blended Finance for Decarbonization: De-risking Climate Mitigation Investments

Over the past decade, blended finance has become an increasingly relevant tool for scaling development and “de-risking” social and environmentally positive markets to attract private capital. According to the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)1, in 2023, blended finance mechanisms catalyzed the attraction of USD 70 billion to development-linked investments. In this article, we

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Financing the Green Future Principles for Tracking Climate Mitigation Investments Green Initiative

Financing the Green Future: Principles for Tracking Climate Mitigation Investments

As most of the world intensifies efforts to combat climate change, the role of climate finance has become increasingly vital. The Paris Agreement has set an ambitious goal: to keep global temperature rise well below 2°C, with a strong commitment to limiting it to 1.5°C. Achieving this target requires a fundamental transformation of the global

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Bonito: A Carbon-Neutral Ecotourism Destination to Host the 2025 International Sustainability Forum

Bonito: A Carbon-Neutral Ecotourism Destination to Host the 2025 International Sustainability Forum

In May 2025, Bonito, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil—a global leader in sustainable tourism—will host the International Sustainability Forum from May 29 to 31. Known for its pristine natural beauty and pioneering environmental initiatives, Bonito is the perfect venue for this pivotal event, which aims to shape discussions around energy transition and green financing ahead

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Olas Perú: The World's First Carbon Neutral Surf School

Olas Perú: The World’s First Carbon Neutral Surf School

On Tuesday, December 17, 2024, the renowned surf school Olas Perú made history by becoming the first surf school in the world to receive Carbon Neutral Certification. This achievement highlights its commitment to sporting excellence and talent development and underscores its dedication to climate action.Green Initiative awarded the certification during a ceremony held at the

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Brazil Adopts a Regulated Carbon Market A Milestone in Climate Action and Sustainability

Brazil Adopts a Regulated Carbon Market: A Milestone in Climate Action and Sustainability

In a historic environmental policy move, Brazil enacted Law No. 15,042, dated December 11, 2024, establishing the Brazilian System for Trading Greenhouse Gas Emissions (SBCE). This ambitious initiative positions Brazil as a global leader in combating climate change and transitioning to a low-carbon economy. By fostering sustainable practices and promoting climate and nature-positive strategies, this

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The Leadership Behind Machu Picchu's Carbon-Neutral Success A Model for Sustainable Tourism - Green Initiative

The Leadership Behind Machu Picchu’s Carbon Neutral Success: A Model for Sustainable Tourism

Machu Picchu, one of the world’s most iconic tourist destinations, has become a global leader in sustainability. Thanks to the visionary leadership of Mayor Elvis Lexin La Torre Uñaccori, this UNESCO World Heritage Site has not only achieved carbon-neutral certification but has successfully renewed it for a second time. His remarkable work in implementing sustainable

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Reducing the Carbon Footprint: The Impact and Leadership of the Senac Casa do Comércio School Restaurant

In Salvador, Bahia – Brazil, the Senac Casa do Comércio School Restaurant, a benchmark National Service for Commercial Learning (Senac) benchmark project, is setting an inspiring example of how the gastronomy and hospitality sector can lead decarbonization efforts. This school restaurant not only provides high-quality education for its students but is also deeply committed to

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Green Initiative and Machu Picchu: A Winning Partnership for Climate and Nature Sustainability through Regenerative Tourism

In 2024, Green Initiative proudly received the prestigious title of World’s Leading Sustainable Organisation 2024 at the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards, largely due to its successful implementation of the Carbon Neutral Certification for one of the World’s most iconic destinations: Machu Picchu. This collaboration highlighted how sustainability and responsible tourism can directly impact

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How COP29 is Transforming Tourism, Transport, and Urbanization for a Climate Positive Future

How COP29 is Transforming Tourism, Transport, and Urbanization for a Climate and Nature Positive Future

On November 20, 2024, COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, marked a transformative moment in global climate action by dedicating a day to critical sectors shaping our climate future: tourism, transport, and urbanization. With two groundbreaking declarations, the conference showcased a vision of sustainability that integrates innovation, cross-sector collaboration, and a commitment to leaving the planet better

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