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Ahead of COP30, UNESCO World Heritage Sites Unite for Climate Action at Machu Picchu

Ahead of COP30, UNESCO World Heritage Sites Unite for Climate Action at Machu Picchu

Tourism is responsible for nearly 8% of global greenhouse gas emissions, placing destinations under growing pressure to decarbonize and integrate circular economy practices. Within this context, UNESCO World Heritage Sites stand at a crossroads. Their cultural and natural value is irreplaceable, and their visibility to millions of visitors makes them powerful platforms to prove that […]

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How UNESCO Heritage Sites are Integrating Climate Action - Green Initiative

How UNESCO Designated Sites are Integrating Climate Action

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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Machu Picchu - The First UNESCO Designated Site To Renew Its 'Carbon Neutral' Certification - Green Initiative

Machu Picchu – The First UNESCO Designated Site – To Renew Its ‘Carbon Neutral’ Certification

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

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