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A Climate Action Guide For Tourism Businesses and Destinations

As the world continues to recover from the unprecedented shock of the COVID-19 pandemic, rebuilding a sustainable tourism sector remains a shared responsibility for tourism organizations worldwide. Amid mounting evidence of severe climate change, the window of opportunity for swiftly reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions is rapidly narrowing. In November 2021 The UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the UN Environment Programme (UNEP), in collaboration with the Travel Foundation, launched the Glasgow Declaration for Climate Action in Tourism at the climate-change conference COP26. The declaration calls on all tourism stakeholders to publicly demonstrate a joint commitment towards GHG reduction and climate resilience. In the wake of the Glasgow Declaration, the tourism industry is striving to embrace the challenges posedby climate change. Reaching a broad consensus on how to address climate change would be of utmost importance, impacting tourism industry developments and performance in the years to come. Since 2014 Green Initiative has been working alongside tourism businesses and destinations worldwide, introducing best climate action practices leading to efficient processes, access to climate financing, cost reductions, compliance with ESG standards, and international climate leadership. As part of our continuous support to accelerate the decarbonization of global tourism, a Climate Action Guide for Tourism Businesses and Destinations was prepared by Green Initiative and technically reviewed by the staff of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), United Nations Climate Change (UNFCCC) and United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD). Forthcoming at COP 27th At Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, the guide provides a practical roadmap to define baseline emissions, monitor carbon footprint changes, set emissions targets, evaluate progress, and publicize climate commitments and successes. At Green Initiative, we believe that unsustainable business-as-usual models will lose competitiveness and disappear. It’s time to reinforce collaborative processes and work together, “Building Tourism Back Better”. Please click here to download the Climate Action Guide For Tourism Businesses and Destinations.

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The Green Logistics Revolution

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Logistics companies achieve Carbon Neutral certification and take the lead in climate action transport services sector. The companies DELFIN GROUP, an international cargo agent; and DELFIN LOGISTICS, the transportation arm of the DELFIN group, were granted the Carbon Neutral certification, issued by the GREEN INITIATIVE, complying with global standards validated by the United Nations. The companies, part of the CIMC CHINA holding company, achieved this certification by successfully completing the process of measuring and offsetting their carbon footprint, with high standards of transparency. These companies are leading the way in the logistics sector, in terms of responsibility and climate action; assuming specific commitments within its Action Plans for 2023-2025, specifically referring to 1) the reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in its operations, and 2) innovation in climate-smart services. “We decided to incorporate climate action into our business model, because we are convinced that international trade can be part of the solution and not part of the problem of global warming. We want to lead this great ‘green logistics revolution’ in Peru, developing the necessary capacities that allow us to be the first option in carbon neutral logistics services”. Felipe Lopez, general manager of DELFIN LOGISTICS. For his part, Herbert Saco-Vertiz, commercial manager of DELFIN GROUP, added that “The climate agenda is a priority in all economic segments, including international trade. We are going to support our clients to reduce their carbon emissions and generate a positive impact on the climate, through climate-smart logistics services. The “green logistics revolution” is a call for innovation and Peru, as a leading exporting country in many sectors, must anticipate it in order not to lose competitiveness. At Delfin Group, we will be helping exporters meet their climate goals.” Herbert Saco-Vertiz, commercial manager of DELFIN GROUP Both executives agreed that their great task is to assume leadership and internalize climate action within the company and among their stakeholders, so that the positive impact of their climate actions generate value for their clients, who will also benefit from climate smart logistical services. Also, both executives have something in common when it comes to relationship building with suppliers: they consider them to be a fundamental part of their carbon footprint mitigation strategy, in order to progressively reduce GHG emissions from their operations. To achieve Carbon Neutral certification, the companies of the DELFIN group engaged into detailed and transparent measurement of its corporate carbon footprint and mitigation action, there results were reviewed and are available at Green Initiative – Impact webpage. Engage your business into a New Level Learn how to engage your Business into a New Level of Leadership and Competitiveness by becoming Climate Positive, Climate Neutral and Climate Measured certified here.

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SENAC – Driving Climate Action in Brazil Tourism and Trade Sector

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About SENAC The National Commercial Training Service (SENAC) is the leading professional education agent focused on Brazil’s Trade of Goods, Services, and Tourism. It is present in more than 1,800 municipalities, from North to South of Brazil, where it maintains the state-of-the-art infrastructure of more than 600 school units, pedagogical companies, and mobile units. To support the tourism sector in the State of Bahia, in its alignment with the main trends and climate regulations at a national and international level, SENAC has been working since August 2022 to apply good climate management practices for its School Restaurant in Bahia. The Climate Action Project The goal of this first climate action project is to introduce the management of carbon emissions in the SENAC school restaurants, seeking to: Comply with the climate guidelines promoted by the World Tourism Organization through the Glasgow Declaration. Comply with UN Climate Change GHG emissions management protocols. Achieve the global Carbon Neutral certification as recognition to be offered by the Green Initiative. The success of this effort could mean the development of new internal capacities and, consequently, a unique reference for the tourism and commerce sector of the State of Bahia and the country in terms of climate action. SENAC and Green Initiative Green Initiative is supporting SENAC by bringing essential carbon mitigation practices to the center of its business model that will contribute to improvements in the efficiency of operations, as well as raising the awareness of students and thousands of customers who use the services of the Restaurante-Escola. Learn how to engage your business in a New Level of Leadership and Competitiveness. Become Climate Positive, Climate Neutral, and Climate Measured certified. Lastly, click here to contact us to find out more about taking your organization to the next level in Climate Action.

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First Condo in The World to Be Climate Positive Certified

First Climate Positive Certified Condo in The World

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Tivoli Ecoresidences da Bahia, Brazil: the first condominium in the world to be Climate Positive certified. The Concept Since launch in 2012, Tivoli Ecoresidence provides visitors with an unique experience of living in harmony with nature. Another key point is that this vision is now more relevant than ever. As we know, the COVID-19 Pandemy showed that it is necessary to reconcile the relationship between man and nature. With this in mind, we must integrate culture and business models of all economic sectors. By all means, including tourism. Climate Positive Certification Tivoli Ecoresidences began the necessary steps to achieve the Climate Positive Certification in March 2022. As the need to set a new and more sustainable path became imminent. Promoted by the Green Initiative, this climate certification is explicitly an international recognition. The company is a leading certification organization. Equally important, an active partner of the United Nations and World Tourism Organization for deploying climate action awareness and standards worldwide. The great news is that the certification as Climate Positive Condominium is the first of its kind. Many will follow the same steps and take action. At Tivoli, 42 Ecoresidences operate in an integrated and harmonious way within an area of 15 hectares of Atlantic Forest. Only 10% of the total condo area has built space. This allows the primary forest to maintain the quality of its ecosystem services, including capturing carbon from the atmosphere and biodiversity. carbon emissions and footprint As part of the Climate Positive certification process, Tivoli Ecoresidences is conducting an in-depth analysis to track most compelling evidence on its primary sources of carbon emissions. Such data is important to realize and will help managers identify actions to allow progressive reduction of their carbon footprint. Taking Action As a result, Tivoli Ecoresidence is incorporating climate management into its business model and condo operation by taking this actions. Furthermore, they are developing new capabilities and adding a differentiated value to the experience of tourists and visitors of the northern coast of Bahia, in Brazil. We believe that the answer to avoiding global warming is in the shared responsibility of everyone. From Tivoli Ecoresidence, we are very proud to connect and contribute to the achievements of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and the World Tourism Organization to promote a climate-smart tourist activity. Odair Conceição Click here to see the Tivoli Ecoresidence in Google Earth Engage in Climate Action Commit to a new level of leadership and competitiveness by becoming a Climate Positive, Carbon Neutral and Carbon Measured certified. Click here to learn more about Green Initiative Certifications.

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Climate Action at Delfin Group

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Introducing Strategic Climate Action at Delfin Group and Delfin Logistics Delfin Group and Delfin Logistics are becoming the pioneer companies in the logistics services sector. Hence, steadily advancing toward Green Initiative’s Carbon Neutral Certification. Business Strategy Delfin Group and Delfin Logistics, the group’s new land freight transport company, are introducing climate action as part of their business strategy. As a result, this generates new climate-smart products and services. Investments in the application of new technologies give greater efficiency to its logistics processes, among other good practices. “In three words: We are leading into a new climate standard. This 2022 begins our journey to strategic climate action. We are determined to find a balance between economic performance, the environment, and the well-being of society. Therefore, this initiative fills us with pride. We want to share the beginning of this new stage with our clients and partners”. José Pagador – Director Lastly, the beginning of this new phase is possible with the support of the Green Initiative. Altogether, by advising executives throughout the climate certification cycle. Know more about the actions on the way to the Carbon Neutral Certification of Delfin Group by visiting https://www.delfingroupco.com/ Engage in Climate Action In like manner, learn how to engage your Business into a New Level of Leadership and Competitiveness. Become Climate Positive, Climate Neutral and Climate Measured certified here.

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World exchange becomes Carbon Neutral certified

WorldXchange becomes Carbon Neutral Certified

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Worldxchange is the first Currency Exchange House in the world to reach the Carbon Neutral Certification The Company WorldXchange, a foreign currency exchange house with more than 40 years of experience in the national market. Conveniently located in the country’s main airports, our services are characterized by their reliability, agility, and competitiveness. The company´s ISO 9001 certification ensures compliance with high-quality standards. It guarantees commitment and continued improvement. Tourism is one of the most critical sectors for the country’s economic recovery. It provides outstanding contribution to generating work and income opportunities. Peru needs to promote the reactivation of Tourism in a different way. Namely, by internalizing the lessons that COVID-19 has left us. Lessons Learned One of the ways to promote the recovery of tourism activity is by supporting the international climate agenda. WorldXchange understands that the Peruvian tourism sector must engage in a sustainable development path. This is by adopting smart climate action practices that will contribute with efficiency and innovation – Building Tourism Back Better. The tourism sector of Peru has been taking significant steps in this direction. The certification of Machu Picchu as the first carbon-neutral UNESCO Designated Site is perhaps the best example for this. This good news has spread worldwide and has given our emblematic heritage site access to financing sources and international recognition. Like National Geographic, Lonely Planet, United Nations Climate Change, and the World Tourism Organization. At WorldXchange we believe that this effort is consistent with the current needs of tourism industry and needs to be widely supported by all tourism stakeholders, including airports, hotels, tourism operators and agencies, transport, and the entire set of organizations that make up the value chain. In this context, WorldXchange has been working with Green Initiative to introduce climate action at the core of its business model. “One of the lessons that Covid-19 leaves us is that from wherever we are, we must do things differently. At WorldXchange we are committed to the reactivation of tourism with climate responsibility. Responsible companies must support intelligent and climate-responsible economic reactivation. From which, we all benefit. This is our great challenge today.” Raul Villa Green Initiative is very proud to announce that WorldXchange is the first Currency Exchange House in the world to reach the Carbon Neutral Certification. Engage Learn how to engage your Travel Business into a New Level of Leadership and Competitiveness. Become Climate Positive, Climate Neutral and Climate Measured certified here.

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Internet, ecology and environmental sustainability

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What Global Internet Users Need to Know About Eco-Sustainability The concept of eco-sustainability is one that most people can get behind. It’s about living in harmony with nature, and ensuring we don’t use more than what the earth provides for us as humans on her surface! Eco-sustainability is a must if you want to survive. The earth provides us with everything from food and water, to the air we breathe – but it won’t be there forever! But in return, humans continue their pillaging of nature without replenishing them. One day will come, and all these resources will go completely exploited and will have reached even greater depths than before. This means life on this planet could become impossible for YOU or your children (or grandchildren). In addition to that, there are Eco sensitizers that help protect what little bit remains. With that, no matter how many people come along afterward, they’ll still find some place safe. How does the internet affect eco-sustainability, and what can we do about it? The internet has had a profound impact on eco-sustainability. Pushed by the growth of online shopping and the increase in the amount of data being stored and shared online. As a result, the demand for energy to power the internet is growing exponentially. Thus, internet usage now consumes more than 10% of all global electricity, and if the current trends continue, it could use up to 20% by 2025. This increased demand for energy has a direct impact on climate change, as well as other environmental issues such as air pollution and water shortages. According to World Population Review’s research, here are the ten countries with the highest number of Internet users: The things we can do to reduce the internet’s impact on the environment ● Choose sustainable energy sources for your internet usage, such as using wind or solar power instead of coal-generated electricity. ● When shopping online, choose eco-friendly shipping options and retailers whenever possible. This includes green packaging alternatives that are available in some sellers. ● Make an effort to reduce your digital footprint by unsubscribing from unwanted emails. It also can be possibly done using ad blockers and utilizing social media responsibly. ● Another way is to use energy-efficient devices, such as laptops over desktop computers, and energy-saving settings on our devices. Be mindful of the energy consumption of your devices. When not in use, unplug them or power them down completely to conserve electricity. ● Reducing our use of streaming services, downloading files, and compressing videos or images before sending them are all easy ways to help reduce our internet footprint. ● Video streaming is a huge part of our internet usage, and it’s important to remember that video isn’t just limited to Netflix. Try cutting back on how much time you spend watching videos online. But if your favorite shows require higher resolution, then enjoy them in lower quality instead! ● Join the movement to make internet browsing more sustainable. ● It is also important to teach your kids about positive and healthy screentime. Finally, when you see companies or individuals engaging in practices that are harmful to the environment, speak up. We all have responsibilities as citizens of this world. Future generations depend on us for protection from pollution so they can enjoy clean water sources too! Take Away It’s easy to reduce your environmental footprint when using the internet. Some tips include choosing more sustainable energy sources, shopping consciously for eco-friendly products, and reducing our digital footprints by compressing videos before sending them across platforms like Facebook or Instagram! You can also get devices that are both efficient with resources and environmentally friendly. By participating in all these things, you will also take apart the reduction of the damage that humans do to nature while scrolling through social media feeds, watching movies, and doing some downloads. Author’s Bio Ronie Salazar is from Veed. He’s an energetic content marketer with extensive experience in the digital realm. His curiosity and enthusiasm resulted in an ever-growing portfolio that encompasses anything from video editing jobs to distributing his creative work to top-notch websites. Do you have a business? Go Green. Engage! Learn about how to engage your Business into a New Level of Leadership and Competitiveness with Green Initiative. Become Climate Positive, Climate Neutral and Climate Measured certified here.

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