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Virgin Hotels sat down with BITAC Events to give you: 9 Quick-Fire Sustainability Initiatives Any Hospitality Business Can Implement at Low Cost! David Moth, VP of Sustainability and Operations at Virgin Hotels, will be joining other sustainability leaders, hospitality visionaries and new executives who are serious about making an impact, at BITAC Sustainability Summit 2024. BITAC Sustainability Summit is the FIRST within the hospitality industry. From feedback heard at our events, we’ve heard you loud and clear: setting up a sustainability initiative can be confusing and overwhelming with all the industry noise. We’re not here to add to the noise. We’re here to be your (renewable energy 😉) guiding light, leading you to a much clearer path. A path where your challenges meet solutions and your successes reach new heights. We’re pulling out all the stops to bring you an event that’s truly worth your time. From cutting-edge educational sessions to one-of-a-kind networking opportunities and jaw-dropping product and service demonstrations, we’ve got it all. Your renewably lit path to a real sustainable hospitality business is only found at the very first event for the industry, BITAC Sustainability Summit 2024. 📍La Cantera Resort, San Antonio, Texas 🗓️ September 29 - October 1, 2024 What steps are you taking towards sustainability?💬👇 #hospitality #bitacevents

A few weeks ago, I posted about the opportunity that I had with LA County to discuss Sustainability in the context of the upcoming Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic games. Obsessively watching the Paris games myself and seeing the multitude of posts about the Paris games leads me to also highlight the ways that the Paris games are bringing green solutions to the forefront. Here are some examples: • Use of 𝗹𝗼𝘄-𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 construction methods for necessary new developments and removing the need for air-conditioning in newly built Olympic Village apartments by incorporating high-performance insulation, sunshade, and reversible underfloor plumbing linked to a local geothermal power plant that draws cool water from beneath the surface during the summer and heat from far underground in the winter. • 𝟭𝟬𝟬% 𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘄𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 during the games and minimal use of diesel generators often required for large venue events.  • Out of two million pieces of sports equipment, 𝟯⁄𝟰 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗲𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀.  • All venues are accessible by 𝗽𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁, and more than 80% of the Olympic venues are situated within 10km of the Olympic Village, reinforced by more than 400km of new bike lanes. I look forward to LA in 2028, where we will continue to advance these areas and demonstrate our environmental stewardship.  #Paris2024 #LA28 #SustainableOlympicGames #GreenGames #EnvironmentalStewardship #InnovationInSports https://lnkd.in/gvgU5AsT Sources: https://lnkd.in/gZNgjAnq & https://lnkd.in/gWXan-hi

What does sustainability in a ski resort exactly mean? Its got to be more than a ski resort and environmental impacts for a start. Lets have a conversation about this please.

Climate positive trends in touring and events. The key three principles: Reduce, Reinvent and Restore. #tappit #events #touring #sustainable Climate Positive Trends In Touring And Events https://lnkd.in/d2m8ByQh

As of 2025, Madrid’s low emission zone (LEZ) is fully implemented covering the entire municipal area. 🏙️ Madrid’s LEZ rollout began in 2018 citing improving air quality, reducing congestion and promoting sustainable mobility as key motivations. 🔑 The journey has been marked both by political lashback and impressive reductions in air quality. 📉 Madrid shares its top lessons for implementing an LEZ:  ✅Implement gradually ✅Use clear signage ✅Offer grants for vehicle upgrades  & more… Read all their tips in the latest article 👉 https://lnkd.in/gi4j78Br #LEZ #airquality #sustainablemobility

Speaking of #sustainability and this great week, it seems our industry is witnessing some remarkable initiatives, such as Travalyst. I'm curious to see how various content distributors and retail enablers are integrating these sustainable content sources into their solutions. #sustainabletravel #innovateforabetterfuture #airlineIT

👇 Evolution of the Tour de France's Carbon Emissions Since 2013  🇫🇷🚴 2021: 216,388 tC02 2019: ? 2017: ? 2015: ? 2013:  341,000 tC02 Goal for 2025: 170,500 tC02 Despite conducting carbon audits every two years, the Tour rarely discloses detailed results, making it challenging to fully assess its environmental impacts, progress, and areas for improvement. Based on available data: • Scope 1 & 2 emissions in 2021 ~ 12,984 tC02 • Scope 3 emissions in 2021 ~  203,404 tC02 • Scope 1 & 2 emissions in 2013 ~ 20,600 tC02 • Scope 3 emissions in 2013 ~  320,300 tC02 Transparency about an event’s carbon footprint should be viewed as an opportunity, not a trap. At Circular Unity, we advocate for shifting from a risk perspective to an opportunity perspective. By embracing transparency, event organizers can improve their carbon accounting methods, enhance their sustainability expertise, and establish essential benchmarks for the rest of the industry. The Tour started this weekend in Italy, offering an incredible platform to embrace and showcase environmental stewardship. With 42.5 million viewers in 2023, the Tour de France can set new standards for sustainability in sports events. To assist events in reporting their environmental impact, we developed impactALL, a solution specifically designed for events and sports. Book a demo with our team to learn more: https://lnkd.in/d9SZ6XVg For more insights into the Tour’s environmental impact, check out this 2022 article from Cyclist Magazine: https://lnkd.in/dHU6WFhg #CircularUnity #Sustainability #CarbonAccounting #TourdeFrance #SustainableSports

Explore the latest insights from Eptura on promoting sustainability at large events. Discover how renowned venues, such as Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, adopt innovative and eco-conscious strategies to efficiently host massive gatherings while being mindful of costs and the environment. https://okt.to/fQj6nD

🌲 Rise and shine, LuxExpats! 🌞 Let's start the week on a high note. What's one small goal you're determined to crush today? Share it below and let's support each other! #MondayGoals #PositiveVibes #luxembourg #luxembourgcity🇱🇺 #expat #luxembourgexpats #expatlife

The Move to Net Zero 🌍🌿✨ In an era where environmental consciousness is paramount, the hospitality industry is experiencing a transformative shift towards sustainable practices. As Chief Engineer of Radisson RED Rosebank, I'm thrilled to share our commitment to sustainability through actionable steps towards a greener future. We've meticulously reviewed our energy usage, identifying areas for improvement and crafting a detailed action plan to address them. Over the coming months, we'll implement small yet impactful changes, from energy-efficient lighting and smart thermostats to innovative water-saving technologies. Our goal? To enhance guest comfort while reducing our carbon footprint, all in alignment with Radisson Hotel Group’s broader environmental vision - to be net zero by 2050. While achieving this ambitious goal may be a journey, every step counts. We're dedicated to making incremental improvements that resonate with our guests' desire for eco-conscious experiences. Together, we can make a meaningful change, advancing towards our goal of achieving #netzero by 2050 through one innovation at a time. #radissonhotels #radissonred #movetonetzero #sustainabilityinhospitality #earthday2024 #greentourism #thinkplanet