Sustainability

Where Do Your Tourism Emissions Really Come From

Where Do Your Tourism Emissions Really Come From?

Why Understanding Emissions in Tourism Matters Climate change is no longer an abstract concern. For the tourism industry, it has become a real and pressing issue that influences infrastructure, customer preferences, operational costs, and even destination viability. More travelers are making decisions based on sustainability, and regulators are introducing stricter environmental guidelines across markets. For […]

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The Importance of Carbon Footprint Management and Increasing Sustainability in the Fishing Sector: Celebrating NFCS’s Carbon Measured Certification

In today’s world, where climate change and environmental sustainability dominate global economic challenges, industries worldwide are under increasing pressure to reduce their carbon footprints and adopt efficient climate and nature positive. The fishing industry, a vital component of global food security and a significant source of employment is no exception. The National Fishermen Cooperative Society

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How Sustainability Is Driving Consumer Behavior in 2025 — and What It Means for Your Business

How Sustainability Is Driving Consumer Behavior in 2025 — and What It Means for Your Business

In 2025, sustainability is no longer optional — it’s a driving force behind consumer, investor, and employee decisions. From travel to logistics, businesses are being reshaped by growing demands for transparency, responsibility, and measurable environmental action. According to IBM’s latest global sustainability study, 51% of consumers say environmental sustainability is more important today than it

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The State of Nature Metrics A Key Step Toward a Nature-Positive Future

The State of Nature Metrics: A Key Step Toward a Nature-Positive Future

Biodiversity loss and environmental degradation pose significant threats to global economic stability, human well-being, and climate resilience. The urgency to address these challenges has led to the establishment of the Nature Positive Global Goal, which aims to halt and reverse nature loss by 2030. However, measuring progress towards this goal remains a major hurdle due

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Carbon Credits in 2025: A Turning Point for Climate Action?

Carbon Credits in 2025: A Turning Point for Climate Action?

The global carbon market is reaching a critical juncture. As climate action accelerates, governments, businesses, and financial institutions are increasingly integrating carbon credits into their sustainability strategies. However, challenges such as transparency, credibility, and market fragmentation persist. Could 2025 be the year that carbon credits transition from a supplementary tool to a mainstream climate action

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Green Initiative Spotlights Exploring Nature, Climate & Land Through International Law and Public Policy

Green Initiative Spotlights: Advancing Climate Action Through International Law and Public Policy

The intersection of nature, climate, and land governance is a critical focus in today’s global sustainability discourse. The upcoming Nature, Climate & Land: International Law & Public Policy Roundtable promises to be a pivotal event in addressing these pressing concerns. Scheduled for Thursday, February 6, 2025, at 2:00 PM, this event will take place at

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Mato Grosso do Sul Recognized Among Top 3 in Brazil’s Best ESG Practices for Sustainable Tourism - Photo Credits Daniel De Granville

Mato Grosso do Sul Recognized Among Top 3 in Brazil’s Best ESG Practices for Sustainable Tourism

Green Initiative congratulates Mato Grosso do Sul for earning a Top 3 position in Embratur’s “Best ESG Practices in Brazilian Destinations” contest, showcasing their sustainable tourism and climate action leadership. The Agência Brasileira de Promoção Internacional do Turismo (Embratur) recently announced the winners of its prestigious “Melhores Práticas ESG nos Destinos Brasileiros” (Best ESG Practices

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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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Understanding IFRS S Insights from Kwantland's Las NIIFs (con S al Final)

Understanding IFRS S: Insights from Karen Wantland – “Las NIIFs (con S al Final)”

This article draws directly from the insightful post “Las NIIFs (con S al Final),” authored by the expert Karen Wantland at Kwantland. Her analysis offers a comprehensive overview of the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and their evolution into the new IFRS S standards, which focus on sustainability-related disclosures. Below, we summarize and expand on

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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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