New AI Tool Pushes Business Travelers Toward Lower-Emission Trips
With one million users projected in year one, widespread corporate use could impact airline and business travel competition.
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.
Climate Mythbusters: 7 Common Claims About Travel Emissions
Myths around the cost of lower carbon projects and travel persist despite hard data showing money can be saved.
Carnival CEO to Chair Cruise Group, Says Emissions Cuts Are a Priority
Now that the cruise industry has moved past its pandemic recovery, Carnival CEO and chief climate officer Josh Weinstein’s focus on greenhouse gas emissions marks a notable shift, especially as the sector faces intensifying scrutiny over its environmental impact.
AI Growth Is Driving Up U.S. Greenhouse Gas Emissions – What Travel Businesses Need to Know
While AI may help find ways to cut emissions, ignoring its own growing footprint could impact the travel industry's climate goals.
Radisson Hires for Net Zero Manager as it Expands Climate Efforts
As building emissions rules tighten and financing remains a challenge, hotel groups may increasingly need in-house expertise to manage carbon data, owners, and compliance.
Aviation’s Climate Reckoning: Bill Gates and Airlines Sound Alarm
Aviation’s climate ambitions are hitting a political wall. Bill Gates and IATA warn that without global coordination, even the best technologies won’t deliver on decarbonization goals.
3 Steps Airlines Could Take to Slash Emissions by 50%
With aviation still searching for real climate solutions, fewer luxury seats, fuller flights, and faster fleet upgrades have been proposed as ideas to help reduce emissions.
Cruise Sector and U.S. Government Block Hawaii’s Climate Tax on Cruise Ships
As more destinations consider climate-linked tourism fees, Hawaii’s legal battle could set a national precedent.
Saudi Arabia–Qatar High-Speed Rail Aims to Boost Tourism and Cut Emissions
Saudi Arabia and Qatar plan a high-speed rail link connecting Riyadh and Doha, promising faster travel, tourism growth, and lower emissions if powered by clean energy.
‘Double Trouble:’ AI’s Energy Demands Threaten Airlines’ Net-Zero Goals
Airlines are under pressure to decarbonize, but now they’re pointing fingers at AI for stealing the clean energy they need. The question is whether policymakers will listen.