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New partnership formed to drive climate governance in the hospitality industry

The new collaboration with Chapter Zero Egypt is poised to propel the concept of Net Positive Hospitality throughout the region and beyond.

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Nature Positive Tourism Partnership heads to COP16 in Colombia

The Nature Positive Tourism Partnership addressed world leaders at the UN Biodiversity Summit, continuing its work to halt and reverse biodiversity loss.

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Fresh On Table and the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance announce strategic partnership to drive industry-wide food systems change

Together, our the Alliance and Fresh on Table aim to reduce food-related environmental impact, enhance food security, and promote a circular economy.

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Johnson Controls joins the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance to revolutionise energy-positive hotels

Known for its leadership in smart, healthy and sustainable building solutions, Johnson Controls joins the Alliance's network of 100+ members and partners.

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The World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance partners with the International Platform for Insetting to transform biodiversity measures in the hospitality industry

This collaboration aims to enhance knowledge sharing, harmonise sustainability measurements and accelerate impactful changes for communities and businesses.

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The Sustainable Hospitality Challenge proudly announces the winner of its 2024 edition, revealed during the grand finale at the FHS World

This year’s finals brought together 7 visionary teams from across the globe - celebrating ground-breaking innovations set to reshape the sector.

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The World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance partners with the University of South Carolina to drive Net Positive Hospitality

The World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance partners with the University of South Carolina to co-create research projects and advance Net Positive Hospitality.

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Belize leads Net Positive drive, as host of inaugural World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards

The inaugural World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards winners were crowned at the Gala Ceremony in Belize, on World Tourism Day.

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Target-measure-act: reduce food loss and waste

To achieve SDG Target 12.3, which calls for halving food loss and waste worldwide by 2030, companies must identify at least one 'hotspot' and take…

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World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards ceremony set to take place in Belize

We're delighted to announce that the inaugural Awards ceremony will take place at the historic Cahal Pech Archaeological Reserve in Belize.

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UN Tourism and the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance to advance common ESG Framework

UN Tourism and the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance will work together to implement a common ESG framework for the sector.

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The King’s Speech 2024 – setting the new government agenda

The King’s Speech announces the main policy priorities of a new parliamentary session. Find out how your company should prepare for the months ahead.

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