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How sustainable was COP 25 Madrid

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The UN Climate Conference took place in Madrid in Dec 2019. I decided to travel down from Barcelona to find out how sustainable was COP 25? . So what exactly is the business of events, doing to showcase a sustainable future for our industry? This was a huge event, but was it sustainable? degrees Celsius.

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Flight shaming in the events industry

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In December 2019 I travelled to Madrid to attend the Sustainable Innovation Summit, an official side event at the COP 26 UN Climate Change Conference. I was very keen to find out what sustainability professionals thought about flight shaming. But somehow, Madrid and the Spanish Government pulled it off.

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WTTC Survey Assesses Cities’ Sustainable Tourism Growth

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Sustainability efforts are key to keep the travel and tourism train going. In a report by World Travel & Tourism Council and JLL, “ Destination 2030: Global Cities’ Readiness For Sustainable Tourism Growth ,” the two organizations take a look at the cities making tourism sustainable. million visitors. Macau, China; 2.

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COP 26 Glasgow fails to punch above its weight

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From creaking infrastructure to meat feast sandwiches Glasgow’s hosting of COP 26 tells us a lot about the long journey ahead of us as we move to a more diverse, resilient, sustainable world. At the last COP in Madrid, I snapped a security guard idly standing next to a lamp heating himself and the air, plastic water bottle in his pocket. .

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What is Stopping International Attendees from Returning to U.S. Conferences?

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Department of Transportation has limited the number of flights into the United State from China. Europe Madrid, Spain European residents are aligned with U.S. Authentic encounters, sustainability and premium travel are growing trends. The luxury China market wants personalized and outdoor, active experiences. Conferences?

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Carl-Magnus Norden: From Idea to Global Business in Just 6 Years

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Norden recounted his discussions with Transport for London which illuminated the scale of the road safety issue that the city was facing. According to Transport for London, while only 4% of traffic in the city are trucks, they are involved in 78% of all fatal accidents with bikers and about 26% with pedestrians.

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Trade Show Booths: 100 Best Ideas for 2022

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Embrace Sustainability: Use Recycled and Recyclable Materials. Why it works: the stands are lightweight and flat-packed, which helps the budget and makes them easy to transport. If you used succulents like this wall, transport and care are easy. Take the Green Challenge with a Sustainable Booth. Credit: Planted Design.