Marriott’s Net-Zero Hotel Breaks Ground, But Green Tax Breaks Are Going Away
With federal clean energy incentives on the chopping block, hotels operating in the U.S. may need to rethink how realistic their net-zero goals really are.
Climate Hub
Welcome to Skift’s Climate Hub, where solutions-based journalism cuts through industry spin to spotlight real progress in travel sustainability. In partnership with Intrepid Travel, Skift’s editorial team will evaluate environmental claims, highlight meaningful advancements, and hold the travel sector accountable. This independent initiative brings rigorous reporting to the forefront and pushes the industry to meet the moment in the face of growing scrutiny from travelers and stakeholders alike.
‘No-Go Zones’: Hotels Tackle Record Sargassum With Floating Ocean Barriers
With more sargassum expected through the summer and in the future, both travelers and the hospitality industry are adapting but long-term solutions may require broader environmental and policy action.
The Cancun Resort Where Saving Mangroves Is Easy, But Clean Energy Is Hard
The mangroves are an essential carbon sink, but the resort’s experience highlights how tricky it can be to navigate energy laws and renewable options.
What Makes an Airline ‘Emissions-Efficient’? See the Top 10 Rankings
Some airlines are becoming more efficient, but overall emissions are still growing as the sector grows. The bigger picture is how fast aviation is expanding, and what that means for the climate.
Airlines Welcome the End of Sweden’s Aviation Climate Tax
Sweden’s decision to scrap its aviation tax reflects a clear shift toward boosting competitiveness and regional connectivity. But it also underscores the ongoing tension between growth and climate change.
Eiffel Tower Shuts As Extreme Heatwave Strikes Parts of Europe
This week’s heatwave is the latest in a growing string of climate-related disruptions across Europe’s tourism sector, from ski resorts facing shrinking snow seasons to Mediterranean destinations battling wildfires.
Europe Heat Wave: Tourist Death and Wildfires Spark Travel Warnings
It’s too early to say how much extreme heat will disrupt early summer travel in the region, but the season has kicked off with a stark reminder: It is now part of the holiday landscape in southern Europe.
Singapore Airlines’ Emissions Rise, Climate Rules Threaten Higher Costs
Singapore Airlines' growing fleet of more fuel-efficient aircraft shows commitment to lower emissions, but it also locks in decades of continued fossil fuel use, with sustainable aviation fuel still limited.
One Clever Hotel Ad, A Resort Brand’s Climate Warning and Avoiding AI Hype
On today’s pod we talk about Ritz-Carlton’s award winning video, Iberostar’s climate concerns, and lessons on AI from startup investors.
‘Climate Is Our Number One Risk’: Iberostar Pushes for Tourism Sector Action
Iberostar’s warning that climate change is the top risk to its business and the wider tourism sector reflects a growing concerns that beachfront hotels may face mounting physical threats and financial exposure in the future.