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Philippines gets world’s first non-profit luxury eco-resort
The Cacao Pearl is offering 100% of its operating profits to eco and socioeconomic development throughout the Philippines. Ouilt on a 124-acre private island in the Calamianes archipelago, the resort is to be surrounded by beautiful rainforest and bordered by over a mile of pristine beaches.
The Restoration of American Environmental Leadership
Rodger Schlickeisen, President of the Defenders of Wildlife Action Fund, writes on how the Obama victory charts a new course amid many challenges.
New Trump golf course upsets Scottish environmentalists
Local activists are outraged at the Scottish government’s acceptance of “The Donald’s” latest luxury-venture on a windswept stretch of the Aberdeenshire coastline. Environmentalist groups are currently drawing up proposals citing “vanadalism” of the natural habitat.
Florida Green Lodging Conference set for Hilton University of Florida
The 248-room Hilton University of Florida Conference Center today will be the host for the inaugural Florida Green Lodging Conference from November 10-12, 2008, entitled “Being Green, Saving Green & Making Green”.
The Philadelphia Airport Marriott Hotel gets Philly’s first environmental, green certification
The Philadelphia Airport Marriott hotel is awarded a green certification for their environmentally friendly practices, the first property in Philadelphia, PA to gain such recognition.
IATA Signs Global Declaration on Aviation and Climate Change
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has signed a historic commitment to tackle climate change.
Protecting Where the Wild Things Are
Where the wild things are is often where inquisitive travelers congregate, potentially setting up a love-it-to-death dynamic in the visited environment. A small, visionary travel company, Ecoventura, has announced a new partnership with the environmental heavy hitter, World Wildlife Fund (WWF), to reduce the detrimental effects of growing tourism in the fragile ecosystem of the Galapagos Islands.
Kimpton’s Hotel Palomar opens its doors to Los Angeles in Spring 2008
Back in February, GoBeyondGreen.org featured a story on Kimpton Hotels’ efforts to be “green” with its EarthCare program, noting the hospitality company’s plans for a Los Angeles property. Well, this coming Spring, Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants will debut its latest project, Hotel Palomar Los Angeles. Located in Los Angeles’ upscale Westwood neighborhood, adjacent to Beverly [...]
Madagascar Retains 15 Million Acres as Nature Reserve
In an effort to preserve wildlife and ecosystems in the region, as well as booster tourism revenues, the Indian Ocean island of Madagascar has reduced the destruction of its protected forests eight-fold. Madagascar, which is the world’s fourth largest island, is home to hundreds of species of various wildlife and vegetation. Conservationists are aiming to [...]
Travelers Choosing Green (But Not At Any Cost), According To New Survey
More than half of all U.S. adults say they would be more likely to select an airline, rental car or hotel that uses more environmentally friendly products and processes, according to the results of the latest travelhorizons survey by the Travel Industry Association (TIA) and Ypartnership.
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Finds Unique, Creative Ways to Reduce Waste
Fairmont Hotels’ commitment to protecting the environment is nothing new. For more than 15 years, Fairmont’s participation in comprehensive recycling and environmental protection programs has demonstrated its goal to minimize its impact on the planet. And the results have been tangible. But the effort goes beyond the expected. Each of the hotels within the Fairmont [...]
Boulder Outlook Hotel & Suites Boldly Pursues Lofty Zero Waste Goal
If you would like to learn about the Boulder Outlook Hotel & Suites’ zero waste program, I suggest checking with the property’s Ambassador of Cool (owner Dan King)—or maybe its Green Goddess (environmental champion Diane Schevene). Believe it or not, those are the titles the two have given themselves. Both have worked hard to push [...]
