A new poll reveals that Canadians are increasingly supportive of sustainable shipping practices. They are willing to pay a premium for imported goods with reduced carbon emissions and favor the use of domestically produced hydrogen to decarbonize the industry. This demonstrates a growing public awareness and commitment to reducing the environmental impact of shipping.
Preferred Travel Group, parent company of renowned travel brands, has unveiled a comprehensive Climate Action Plan (CAP) in collaboration with the Travel Foundation. This initiative signifies a commitment to tackling climate change and leading the travel industry toward a sustainable future. The CAP outlines ambitious goals for reducing carbon emissions and achieving net-zero by 2050, backed by data-driven strategies and active employee engagement.
Meijer, a leading Midwest retailer, has exceeded its ambitious 2025 sustainability goal of cutting carbon emissions by 50%, achieving a 57% reduction in 2023. This accomplishment, achieved a year ahead of schedule, highlights Meijer’s commitment to environmental stewardship and demonstrates the success of its comprehensive sustainability plan.
Sabre Corporation, a leading software provider for the travel industry, has partnered with Google to use the Google Travel Impact Model (TIM) to analyze historical emissions from business travel. This collaboration allows Sabre to set emission reduction targets and make travel more efficient. Google’s TIM provides a detailed method for companies to measure and report their business travel emissions, paving the way for sustainable practices in the industry.
Lafarge Canada and Geocycle Canada have partnered to open a new low-carbon fuel plant at the Lafarge Canada Brookfield Cement Plant in Nova Scotia. The $10 million facility will convert waste materials into fuel, reducing the plant’s reliance on traditional fossil fuels and cutting carbon emissions by 12,000 tonnes per year.
Novelis Inc., a leading sustainable aluminum solutions provider, has launched a new sustainability initiative called ‘Novelis 3×30’. This initiative outlines ambitious goals to increase recycled content in its products, reduce carbon emissions, and promote a circular economy for aluminum. The company aims to reach these goals by 2030, driven by growing consumer demand for sustainable products and the need to address climate change.
AirAsia and Airbus have announced a new partnership to advance sustainable aviation initiatives in Southeast Asia. The collaboration focuses on exploring decentralized Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production, improving air traffic management, and utilizing fuel-efficient aircraft to reduce carbon emissions.
Heydar Aliyev International Airport in Baku has been recognized for its commitment to environmental sustainability by achieving Level 2 (Reduction) under the Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA) program. This accomplishment makes Baku Airport the first in Azerbaijan to join the ACA directly at this level, highlighting its efforts to reduce carbon emissions and contribute to global sustainability goals.
Oakland International Airport (OAK) has achieved Level Three certification in the Airport Carbon Accreditation program, signifying its commitment to reducing carbon emissions and implementing sustainable practices. This accomplishment involves a comprehensive approach to carbon management, including emissions from various sources, stakeholder engagement, and a roadmap for achieving net-zero emissions by 2040.
The University of Tulsa is partnering with Sagebrush, LLC to research the effectiveness of blending hydrogen into natural gas pipelines. This project aims to reduce carbon emissions by replacing methane with hydrogen, which burns without producing carbon dioxide. The university’s unique facilities and expertise allow for rapid testing and results, providing valuable insights to industry partners.
