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Flyadeal unveils eco-friendly cabin upgrades for Airbus fleet
Saudi Arabia’s low-cost carrier flyadeal has revealed a series of new eco-friendly cabin enhancements for its upcoming fleet of Airbus A320neo and A321neo aircraft.The upgrades will be rolled out across 51 new aircraft set for delivery beginning in 2026.
Travel less and buy SAF – corporates’ top sustainability tactics
Investing in sustainable aviation fuel and reducing travel are top strategies for cutting corporate travel emissions, per a Business Travel Show Europe poll. 73% build sustainability into programs; 27% cite leadership, cost, or tech gaps as barriers.
Eco-Tax Flight 2025: Which Plane Tickets Will Cost (A Lot) More and How to Avoid Them
In 2025, France raised the eco-flight ✈️ tax to fund green efforts and cut deficits. Long-haul, business, and private flights see steep hikes, pushing travelers to choose trains or economy. The reform targets carbon cuts and wealthy fliers, though debate over fairness remains.
Decarbonising Delta: Saving Money and Jet Fuel
Delta became the first U.S. airline to hit its 2025 jet fuel savings goal, cutting 45M gallons and $110M through operational changes like weight reduction, efficient routing, and tech upgrades—boosting sustainability, profit, and employee engagement.
Hilton London Metropole case study: sustainability, food waste reduction & community support
Hilton London Metropole focuses on sustainability with food waste reduction through The Felix Project, sourcing 90% of ingredients locally. They set energy, water, and waste goals aligned with Hilton’s 2030 targets, support inclusion via the WorkFit program, and engage in community volunteering
JAL, Airbus, Nippon Paper Industries, Sumitomo Corp. GEI sign MoU to collaborate on pure Japan-domestic wood-based SAF
JAL, Airbus, and partners will produce SAF from domestic wood bioethanol, aiming to cut emissions, support a circular economy, and boost local jobs. JAL targets 10% SAF use by 2030, contributing to aviation’s net-zero goal by 2050 through CORSIA-compliant, low-LCA fuel.
Novotel’s Momentum: Driving Growth Through Innovation, Impact and Sustainability
Novotel advances sustainable hospitality with WWF ocean projects, plastic reduction, and eco-friendly design. Through innovative stays and mindful food choices, it fosters guest wellbeing and environmental impact, aligning with Accor’s mission of responsible tourism.
Scope 3: Microsoft and IAG sign “largest ever agreement” on SAF
Microsoft and IAG sign groundbreaking agreement to co-finance 39,000 metric tons of sustainable fuel by 2030, reducing 113,000 metric tons of CO₂. This major partnership supports Microsoft's climate strategy and IAG's ambition to achieve 10% SAF in its flights.
Stone Wood Hotels & Resorts Empowers Guests to Embrace Sustainability on Earth Day 2025
Stone Wood Hotels & Resorts will celebrate Earth Day 2025 with eco-friendly initiatives across all properties. Guests can participate in tree planting, join the "Switch Off for Earth Hour" campaign, enjoy a sustainable menu, and take part in beach clean-ups