Gothenburg Landvetter Airport, operated by Swedavia, has been recognized as a highly commended airport in the Eco-Innovation Award category by Airports Council International Europe (ACI Europe). This accolade places the airport among the leading European airports for environmental and climate work, highlighting Swedavia’s ongoing efforts towards aviation’s green transition and fossil-free operations across its ten airports. As Sweden’s second-largest airport, Gothenburg Landvetter was selected for this honor from a pool of 500 airports across 50 countries in Europe, underscoring its significant impact and commitment to sustainability.
Swedavia has established itself as a global leader in minimizing environmental impacts within airport operations. In December 2023, Gothenburg Landvetter Airport achieved another milestone by becoming one of the first airports worldwide, alongside Malmö Airport, to secure the highest level 5 certification in the Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA) program. This prestigious certification, the first of its kind in the Nordic region, assesses airports’ comprehensive climate strategies in alignment with the Paris Agreement’s goals. These recognitions affirm Gothenburg Landvetter Airport’s and Swedavia’s dedication to pioneering eco-friendly practices and advancing sustainable aviation. “It is of course very gratifying to see Swedavia and Gothenburg Landvetter being highly commended in the Eco-Innovation Award from ACI. All the work we have done together to contribute to fossil-free aviation and fossil-free airports continues to bear fruit. We carry out extensive and innovative environmental and climate transition work and have adapted our own operations by using HVO100 for our vehicles, green electricity for the entire airport and fossil-free gas, for example. At the same time, we are now also helping our partners at Landvetter make a smoother transition through our partnership plan. We have a broad palette in our overall transition work, and it is of course encouraging that this is being recognised,” says Anna Strömwall, Airport Director of Gothenburg Landvetter Airport at Swedavia.
Zimbabwe recently had the honor of hosting the United Nations’ inaugural Regional Forum on Gastronomy Tourism for Africa. This groundbreaking event took place at the iconic Victoria Falls, drawing attendees from various corners of the globe. The forum aimed to highlight the potential of gastronomy tourism as a catalyst for sustainable economic growth and cultural exchange across the continent. The event featured a series of panel discussions, workshops, and culinary exhibitions, showcasing Africa’s rich and diverse culinary heritage.
Keynote speakers included renowned chefs, tourism experts, and representatives from international organizations who shared insights on harnessing gastronomy tourism to boost local economies and foster cross-cultural understanding. Delegates had the opportunity to experience firsthand the unique flavors and culinary traditions of different African regions, with local chefs preparing traditional dishes using indigenous ingredients. The forum also emphasized the importance of promoting sustainable practices in gastronomy tourism, such as supporting local farmers and reducing food waste.
Zimbabwe’s Minister of Tourism expressed pride in hosting such a significant event, highlighting the country’s commitment to promoting tourism and its diverse culinary landscape. The success of the forum is expected to pave the way for future initiatives and collaborations aimed at elevating Africa’s profile in the global gastronomy tourism market. The UN’s first Regional Forum on Gastronomy Tourism for Africa marks a significant milestone in the continent’s tourism sector, underscoring the vital role of food in connecting cultures and driving sustainable development.
