Business Travel

STAY GREEN: THE CENTRAL ROLE OF THE HOTEL IN SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS TRAVEL, MEETINGS, AND EVENTS

October 10, 2022

STAY GREEN: THE CENTRAL
Carbon reduction is often the primary focus
for business travel sustainability initiatives,
as confirmed by research among travel
managers and procurement officers
commissioned for this report. While
decarbonization is a critical imperative for
the industry, reducing carbon is just one
opportunity for improving overall sustainability
across travel and meetings, particularly
when it comes to the hotel stay. Here, being
“green” is complex and encompasses waste
management, energy and water conservation,
and responsible sourcing – as well as wider
sustainability goals such as social impact on
employees and host communities.

Spotlight

Belle Tourism International

Based in Shanghai, BTI’s key executives are leaders in the tourism and hospitality field with several decades of experience working around the world on behalf of the UN World Tourism Organization, World Bank, US AID, and national and state tourism agencies. Most of BTI’s team of international staff live and work in China.

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