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How This Airport Is Turning Jet Exhaust Into Energy
Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) has partnered with JetWind Power Corp. to convert jet exhaust into renewable energy, reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency. This innovative initiative demonstrates that sustainable solutions are possible in the aviation industry
Just the beginning’: Choice Hotels secures Climate Active Certification
Choice Hotels Asia-Pac earned Climate Active Certification for carbon neutrality, integrating green practices like LED lighting, water-saving fixtures, recycling and EV charging. Partnering with sustainability providers it supports franchisees in reducing costs and meeting eco-conscious guest demand
Six Marriott International hotels receive Green Key certification in Mexico
On January 29 and February 6, six Marriott International hotels in Mexico, including Zadún and Solaz, received Green Key certification for their sustainable practices in water and energy use, waste management, and environmental protection. Mexico now has 248 Green Key-certified hotels.
Six Marriott International hotels receive Green Key certification in Mexico
Six Marriott Intl. hotels in Mexico, including Zadún, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, and Solaz, a Luxury Collection Resort, received Green Key certification for sustainability. They focus on water and energy conservation, waste management, composting, and using locally sourced food
First Saudi SAF supplies go to sustainable tourism gateway Red Sea International Airport
Saudi Arabia's first SAF will fuel Red Sea Airport, supporting a major eco-tourism project. Fly Red Sea will use SAF and explore zero-emission tech. By 2030, 50 resorts will run on renewables, showcasing the kingdom’s push for sustainable travel and reduced aviation emissions.
United Airline’s Investment in Heirloom’s Carbon Removal
United Airlines Ventures (UAV) is investing in Heirloom's DAC technology to remove 500,000 tons of CO₂, supporting sustainable aviation and net-zero goals. The technology captures CO₂ from the atmosphere, enabling its use in sustainable aviation fuel production and permanent storage
United Airlines Plans to Remove 500,000 Tons of CO2 With Direct Air Capture Investment
Air travel harms the environment, but companies like United Airlines are working on sustainability. United invested in DAC company Heirloom to remove up to 500,000 tons of CO2. Heirloom’s limestone-based method is cost-effective, supporting United’s goal of net zero by 2050.
Scandinavian Airlines wins Prestigious Sustainability Award
Scandinavian Airlines advances sustainability with a 20% CO₂ reduction per passenger, fuel-efficient operations, lightweight cargo pallets, and sustainable aviation fuel. Committed to net-zero by 2050, it drives innovation, optimizes routes, and enhances resource efficiency for greener air travel.
TaxiBot in DEL SpiceJet Flight
TaxiBot, a semi-robotic towing tractor, towed a SpiceJet Boeing 737 to the runway, marking its first commercial use in India. It helps save fuel, reduce CO2 emissions, and lower noise. Connected to the nose wheel, it lets pilots taxi without using engines.