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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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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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Positive Impact Investment The New Frontier of Investments for Climate Action and the Role of Verification Organizations

Positive Impact Investment: The New Frontier of Investments for Climate Action and the Role of Verification Organizations

In recent years, impact investments have gained prominence as a powerful tool to finance initiatives that generate tangible social and environmental benefits. Within this context, impact investments have emerged as innovative financial instruments, offering a unique opportunity to channel resources toward combating climate change and promoting sustainable and social solutions. What Are Impact Investments? Impact

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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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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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Grupo Rio da Prata Wins Prestigious 2024 Eco Amcham Award for Sustainability Leadership

A Commitment to Sustainability and Regenerative Tourism Earns Grupo Rio da Prata the Eco Amcham Award in the Products and Services Category Grupo Rio da Prata, a leader in ecotourism with attractions located in Jardim and Bonito, Mato Grosso do Sul – Brazil, has achieved an extraordinary milestone by winning the 2024 Eco Amcham Award.

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Bio Amayu's Climate Positive Journey AJE Group Redefining Sustainable Beverages in 2024

Bio Amayu’s Climate Positive Journey: AJE Group Redefining Sustainable Beverages in 2024

Bio Amayu, a brand developed by the renowned AJE Group, is setting new standards in sustainability and innovation within the beverage industry. In 2022, Bio Amayu earned the prestigious Climate Positive certification for its fruit beverages, featuring unique flavors like Açaí, Aguaje, Goldenberry, and Camu Camu. This recognition showcased the environmental benefits of its products

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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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How Destinations Can Become Climate Certified and Why It Matters - Green Initiative

How Destinations Can Become Climate Certified and Why It Matters

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 - Forest Friends Green Initiative

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

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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