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Green Initiative Finalist for the Green Projects Awards Leading Sustainable Tourism and Climate and Nature Positive Action

Green Initiative: Finalist for the UN Tourism Green Projects Challenge Awards | Leading Sustainable Tourism and Climate and Nature Positive Action

From November 13th to 16th, 2024, the vibrant city of Cartagena, Colombia, hosted the 122nd Executive Council Meeting of the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UN Tourism). This prestigious event brought together global tourism leaders to discuss the future of travel, emphasizing sustainability, resilience, and innovation in a post-pandemic world. Attended by representatives from 47 […]

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Green Initiative Showcases Machu Picchu as a Model for Carbon-Neutral and Regenerative Tourism at COP16

Green Initiative Showcases Machu Picchu as a Model for Carbon Neutral and Regenerative Tourism at COP16

During the 16th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity (COP16), Green Initiative presented the case of Machu Picchu as a model for a Carbon Neutral and Regenerative Tourism Destination. COP16 concluded in Cali after 12 days of intense discussions. Known as “The People’s COP,” the summit was divided into

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Green Initiative and Swiss Impact Fund Alphamundi Join Forces to Drive Climate Mitigation Finance

Green Initiative and Swiss Impact Fund Alphamundi Join Forces to Drive Climate Mitigation Finance

As the world faces escalating climate challenges, the need for innovative financial solutions to support climate mitigation has never been more urgent. In response, Green Initiative and AlphaMundi Group are proud to announce a strategic partnership to accelerate climate certification for select portfolio companies of the Social Alpha Fund. This collaboration represents a critical step

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

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

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

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

Green Initiative at the One Planet Network Forum 2024

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 (1)

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

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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Catastrophic Decline in Global Wildlife Populations A System in Crisis

Catastrophic Decline in Global Wildlife Populations: A System in Crisis

WWF’s flagship Living Planet Report details sharp declines in monitored wildlife populations with the steepest drops recorded in Latin America and the Caribbean (95%), Africa (76%) and Asia–Pacific (60%), followed by North America (39%) and Europe and Central Asia (35%). The latest report from the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) has brought alarming news to the

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Plastic pollution in the Brazilian coast perceptions from hotel managers on the consumption of disposables

Plastic Pollution In The Brazilian Coast Study: Perceptions From Hotel Managers On The Consumption Of Single-Use Plastic Disposals

Introduction Plastic pollution is a growing global concern, representing about 12% of all waste worldwide, with production rapidly increasing. By 2019, plastic production reached 396 million tons annually, equating to about 53 kilograms per person per year. Despite this massive production, only 9% of all plastic produced has been recycled. Brazil alone generates 11.3 million

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Welcome Érico Mendonça: A Pioneer and Visionary in Sustainable Tourism

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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