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 […]
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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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
Bonito and Machu Picchu: The Power of Twin UNESCO Designated Sites Pioneering Climate Action in Tourism In a time where climate change poses significant challenges to our planet, the tourism industry is stepping up to play a crucial role in mitigating its impact through the Glasgow Declaration for Climate Action in Tourism. In this context, two
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Lima, June 2024 – Machu Picchu has renewed its certification as the First Carbon Neutral UNESCO Designated Site. This prestigious certification, awarded by Green Initiative, underscores Machu Picchu’s commitment to sustainability and decarbonization. Originally certified in 2021, Machu Picchu continues to lead in sustainable tourism through innovative environmental initiatives and collaborative efforts. Significant Reductions in
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On June 27th, 2024, Machu Picchu will proudly announce the renewal of its prestigious certification as the world’s first Carbon-Neutral UNESCO Designated Site, granted by the Green Initiative. This achievement follows a rigorous certification process that began in 2021, involving comprehensive analyses of scopes 1, 2, and 3 emissions. This time, the carbon footprint data
Since 2014, Grupo Aje has championed the Natural Revolution, spotlighting indigenous communities and UNESCO World Heritage sites. The aim? To transform these tourist destinations into carbon-neutral havens. Machu Picchu is now a shining example, inspiring other cities to follow suit. Tourist Destinations on the Path to Carbon Neutrality “We are living in the climate era,”
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Inkaterra Hotels, renowned for their unparalleled luxury and commitment to conservation, have once again been recognized for their excellence in the hospitality industry. Five of their distinguished properties – Inkaterra La Casona, Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba, Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel, Inkaterra Hacienda Concepción, and Inkaterra Reserva Amazónica – have been nominated for the prestigious Travel
and the winner is GREEN INITIATIVE! For its holistic approach to decarbonizing tourism in Machu Picchu, becoming the First Carbon Neutral Tourism Destination Worldwide. On April 16th, the day in São Paulo was marked by an important event. It was the handing out of the Responsible Tourism Awards, created to recognize advances in the Travel
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The climate emergency, declared by the United Nations in 2019, and which is increasingly evident, is not a natural phenomenon, but the result of some – relatively few – decades of excesses in the emission of greenhouse gases, which today they accumulate in the atmosphere and alter the balance of the climate on our planet.
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