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The global loss of biodiversity is continuing apace. Species diversity dwindles and genetic diversity is in decline. The current "Biodiversity fact check" provides an inventory for Germany. 

There are positive trends, but the desire for sustainable travel is just as great as the desire for air travel. Sustainability is still rarely the deciding factor when it comes to holiday travel. Frustrating: The gap between attitude and behaviour is widening, especially among young people. This and more is shown by the holiday travel behaviour of Germans.  

With the recent acquisition of budget hotel brand G6 (Motel 6 and Studios 6) in the US, OYO is signalling to the market that they are back. Its founder, Ritesh Agarwal, who is looking for cash, promises more tech, more hotels, and triple profits by 2025.

The Energy & Environment Alliance (EEA) announced the launch of a global consultation led by its newly established Taskforce on Hotels & Lodging Sustainability Standards.

The business travel market is becoming greener. According to a recent report, companies that prioritise sustainability in their programme were able to reduce their CO2 emissions from hotel bookings by 27% in the first half of 2024.

Water, energy and food waste. This trio is the trigger that Accor uses to enter each country, save money and motivate local employees. Chief Sustainability Officer Brune Poirson is exploring pilot projects, including across the brands. She talks to us about breakfast buffets, business risks, data sharing and investors.

Up to 80% of a hotel's CO2 footprint is attributable to the supply chain. Besides concrete, steel and glass, the CO2 impact of interior design is massive. The US company MindClick analyses interior furnishings, translates data into information and helps owners, operators, architects, designers and suppliers to meet sustainability reporting requirements. Founder & CEO JoAnna Abrams explains the concept she plans to enroll in Europe soon.

The "Golden Vulture" has once again singled out Nestlé as an example of greenwashing. The EU initiative aims to put a complete stop to this by 2026. Environmental organisation Deutsche Umwelthilfe has once again denounced brazen environmental lies. 

The capital city of Denmark launches "CopenPay" - for locals and tourists. The original initiative rewards climate-friendly actions in everyday life and on holiday, e.g. travelling by train or grass skiing. 

How can greenwashing and greenlushing be avoided? How serious are holidaymakers about green tourism? At any rate, flying on holiday remains a sustainable challenge. Searching for the truth at a new Sustainable Tourism Summit.