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American Society of Travel Agents (ASTA) to support Stop Excessive Speculation Act
Every American is aware of the startling rise in fuel prices in the first half of 2008. Unfortunately for business and leisure travelers alike, these prices are affecting not only the cost of driving, but also the cost of air and cruise ship travel.
Travel Industry Association and American Express Join Forces On Travel Sustainability Initiative
Recognizing that the status of the environment has become a top business and public policy priority; with major implications for travel, the Travel Industry Association and American Express announced today they have joined forces in the name of travel sustainability.
Melbourne Airport Releases A 5-year Environmental Strategy
As part of the lease agreement with the Federal Government and in compliance with The Airports Act, Melbourne Airport has released its Airport Environment Strategy 2008 (AES), outlining activities that will be undertaken to ensure the long term sustainability of the environment in and around Melbourne Airport.
Bush Administration Sued for Not Protecting Endangered Species in National Forests
On March 11, environmental groups throughout the U.S. challenged the federal government’s decision to exclude all national forest land from a recent endangered species ruling in federal court. The suit was filed by the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), Center for Biological Diversity, Northwoods Wilderness Recovery, Michigan Nature Association, Door County Environmental Council (DCEC) and [...]
Coalition Petitions on Aviation Emissions
California, Connecticut, New Jersey, New Mexico and Pennsylvania, as well as a variety of environmental groups are pushing for the federal government to curb global warming pollution from the aviation industry, which is responsible for about 3 percent of the country’s overall carbon emissions.
