The United Nations’ annual climate summit, COP29, is currently underway in Baku, Azerbaijan, where world leaders are gathering to advance global climate action. Our CEO,
Our sixth Climate Impact Portfolio of 2024, released on November 8, supports five carbon offset projects around the world. Read on to learn more about
Elephant experiences are extremely popular tourist activities across Asia, especially in Thailand. From elephant bathing and riding to sanctuaries and safaris, there are many elephant
This video provides an overview of the Rio-Preto Jacundá carbon offset project, which protects an extractive reserve in the Brazilian Amazon. The video highlights the
A Webinar in the Road to Net Zero Series Decarbonizing tourism in off-grid areas presents unique challenges, such as limited infrastructure, dependence on imported goods,
Tourism can influence the future of Asian elephants – either aiding their survival or worsening the threats they face – depending on how it occurs.
Nestled in Southern California, Greater Palm Springs is a unique landscape of desert and mountains where sustainability and conservation are paramount. We meet the people at the front line of preserving the land and wildlife at the Friends of the Desert Mountains, and the people protecting rare plants at the...
Galveston island’s ethos is one of conservation. Serving the mainland as a natural barrier, offering shelter for migrating birds, and enjoying a reputation as one of Texas’ leading tourist destinations, sustainability is key to the island’s survival. By virtue of its geography and topography, the island performs several key functions...
Set in the beautiful Austrian snow-covered countryside, this film explores the efforts of local businesses in the Zell am See/Kaprun region to play their part in mitigating climate change, from a sustainable cable car company and an organic restaurant to car-free towns. We meet the people behind those changes and...
The Eastern Shore of Virginia is a land that lives by and with the sea. Coastal erosion, climate change, and rising sea levels have played a part in shaping the shifting landscape and creating a unique biosphere. Tourism has increased recently, and local people have welcomed visitors who come here...
SEATTLE, WA (September 27, 2023) – Today, Sustainable Travel International released the first episodes of the second season of Sustainable Travel: Where Next? in honor of World Tourism Day. Launched last year, the short-form documentary series takes viewers on a transformative journey, showcasing initiatives across the globe that are redefining...
As sea levels rise and glaciers recede, tourism is increasingly impacted by climate change. Yet the industry itself is responsible for roughly 8% of the world’s carbon emissions. Subsequently, climate change mitigation is very important for both the planet and a thriving tourism industry. Sustainable Travel International provides industry-leading tools...