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Global tourism leaders launch Ocean Tourism Pact to protect coastal and marine ecosystems
The Alliance, WTTC and Travalyst unites with pioneering tourism companies, supported by UN Tourism and UNEP, to protect ocean ecosystems worldwide.
Stories from the Awards: Leading Circular Economy Partnership and Water and Waste Innovation
Six Senses celebrates 'Water and Waste Innovation' and 'Circular Economy' wins at the World Sustainable Travel and Hospitality Awards.
2025 World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards opens for entry
Enter the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards 2025! Join us at Terra, Expo City Dubai, to celebrate impactful change in sustainable tourism.
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Top tips for hotels on reducing food waste
Addressing food waste is not just a priority in terms of sustainability, but also benefits the bottom line via significant reductions in food costs.
How hotels can help to protect the natural world
Hospitality relies heavily on the natural world. On the International Day for Biological Diversity, find out how hotels can help reduce top threats to biodiversity.
Maximising the environmental and economic benefits of water efficiency
As tourism begins to recover, there is both an opportunity and an imperative to focus on water conservation in a time of increased hygiene protocols.
Sustainable Hospitality Challenge launches to enhance evolution of sustainable hospitality
The Challenge convenes students from top tier hospitality business schools around the world to develop sustainable solutions and present their ideas to the industry’s leadership.
Senior industry figures unite to launch Sustainable Hospitality Alliance
The panel discussed key issues including the future of sustainable development in the industry and hospitality’s role within the community during and following the pandemic.
Working together for a more sustainable and resilient future
Wolfgang M. Neumann, Chair of Sustainable Hospitality Alliance, on how our collective power can deliver positive impact locally and on a global scale
Responsible hospitality network of leading hotel companies relaunches as the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance
The Sustainable Hospitality Alliance, which brings together the world’s leading hotel companies, has launched with the renewed vision of responsible hospitality for a better world.
New guidance tool supports fair recruitment and employment in Qatar hospitality sector
New tool provides resources tailored for hotels as well as practical steps they can take to promote decent work and reinforce fair recruitment practices.
Hospitality’s role in community resilience during the coronavirus crisis
With governments, communities and businesses taking action to tackle COVID-19 and support the welfare of their people, the hospitality industry is playing their part.
Running 100 miles to support disadvantaged young people to start a career in hospitality
In November, Terry Baker will be running 100 miles in the South Downs Way run to support our youth employment programme
The Business Case for Sustainable Hotels – new report
New report demonstrating the business benefits of sustainable hotels aimed at improving collaboration between owners, investors and operators by detailing the shared benefits for all…
Opening up new perspectives for young people in Sri Lanka through hospitality training
Through our youth employment programme, we have partnered TUI Care Foundation to provide career opportunities for disadvantaged young people in Sri Lanka.
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