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The European Union is changing its approach to sustainability rules, backing away from some of its strict environmental standards. The EU taxonomy financial adviser's recent statement on "taxonomy backpedaling", is a result of growing pressure from countries like France and Germany, along with industries struggling to keep up with regulations.
Cork everywhere. On the walls, the floor, the ceiling, even furniture and decorative objects are made from this renewable raw material. Because at Milan Design Week, the material with the somewhat dusty image is taking centre stage in the "Casa Cork".
Spain is forging ahead to balance economical costs and sustainable opportunities. At Fitur in Madrid, Spanish experts and hoteliers amazed the audience with concrete examples: Benidorm is already managing urban tourism with smart water meters; Valencia provided the first figures from the model room "IT Room 2.01"; and hotels on the Balearic Islands are using AI to reduce waste massively and quickly.
The world's first bridge made of flax fibre composite was inaugurated in Ulm, Germany. It's not only an example of the circular economy, but also a musical instrument.
The gap between holidaymakers' desire for sustainable travel options and their actual behaviour is now well known. A recent report analysed the "Say Do Gap" and provides tips on how companies can bridge this gap and win over different types of travellers.
On his first day in office, the new US President withdrew from the Paris climate protection agreement. Scientists fear negative effects on ecosystems and biodiversity.
After more than a decade of financial losses, the Pierre & Vacances Center Parcs Group (PVCP) is on the rise again. The success of the group's strategic pivot towards premium offerings is part of Franck Gervais' "Re-Invention" plan. hospitalityInside talked to the CEO about the new strategy that has paid off in less than four years.
The obligation to offer reusable drinks, which was introduced two years ago, is largely ignored by large catering chains. Environmental organisation Deutsche Umwelthilfe has uncovered new violations and is calling for prompt improvements from politicians.
At first, three university friends from Kassel operated 15 Airbnb apartments successfully, then a hackathon made them change their minds: They decided to operate honest, sustainable serviced apartments and hotel rooms in old and already existing buildings. Where the locals go out. And where family offices can see their capital transform into alternative energies and recycled chairs. The young company is named stay awesome.
The world is producing more plastic than ever before - 414 million tons of the stuff in 2023. With devastating consequences for the environment. Six Senses is setting a good example, consistently striving for plastic-free hotel operations for its resorts and it’s not stopping there. The luxury lifestyle group shared its key learnings with colleagues.