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Carbon reduction news articles from responsible tourism, including news on carbon taxation, low-carbon transport options, carbon off-setting and reducing carbon emissions.
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ResponsibleTravel.com abandons carbon off setting 
In 2002 ResponsibleTravel.com was one of the first companies to adopt carbon offsetting and it is now one of the first to abandon the approach. Recognizing that flying is currently one of the fastest growing sources of CO2 emissions ResponsibleTravel.com has mounted a campaign to say no to carbon offsetting and to say yes to carbon reduction. Read more about ResponsibleTravel.com abandoning carbon off setting |
Carbon offset radio debate
The last thing you want to hear 2 minutes before going on live radio in the US to discuss the pretty complex world of carbon offsets is that they have a surprise guest joining the conversation; that its a Harvard University Professor who heads up their JFK Environmental Centre; and that he has strong views on offsets that he would like to share with you.... Read more about the Carbon offset radio debate |
Co-Op Travel call for emissions action
The Managing Director of Co-operative Travel has called for immediate action on aviation emissions. Mike Greenacre has challenged the aviation industry to provide hard evidence of its intentions to reduce emissions by 50% of the 2005 level by 2050. This reduction was pledged by British Airways and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) last week at the UN Headquarters climate summit. However, Mr Greenacre warned, “This is a huge step forward, but we must not delude ourselves. Read more about Co-Op Travel call for emissions action |
World cup carbon
With 450,000 football fans set to make the pilgrimage to South Africa next summer for the FIFA World Cup, the carbon footprint of the tournament will be considerable. The event itself is expected to create 850,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide, with an additional 1.85 million tonnes produced from international travel. To combat this, the Green Goal action plan was launched in October of last year. Read more about World cup Carbon |
TUI Travel Emission Cuts to Continue
 TUI Travel has announced they aim to reduce their carbon footprint by a further 6% by 2013-14.In 2007-08, the airline emitted 75.7g of carbon dioxide per revenue passenger kilometre, which was among the top performers of both budget and scheduled airlines. TUI UK saved a total of 34,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide through fuel efficient practices and this performance resulted in an 8% reduction of the group’s carbon footprint on the previous year. Read more on TUI Travel Emission Cuts to Continue |
Carbon Offsetting – a dangerous distraction
The science is clear – there is an urgent need to reduce the amount of greenhouse gases being emitted into the atmosphere. We can only control those greenhouse gases which we as a species are causing to be emitted into our atmosphere in ever larger volumes. This pollution is causing climate change which is already having serious negative impacts on the environment, the food security and the livelihoods of our fellow human beings.
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Ever Green introduce the first ever Eco Friendly Trailer
American company, Ever Green Recreational Vehicles are the first company to introduce an eco-friendly trailer – the eco friendly, all-composite Ever-Lite travel trailer.Ever Green explains that the trailers are virtually wood free, making them lighter, longer-lasting and more fuel-efficient.
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Green Globe and Sustainable Tourism International agree partnership
 To deliver co-branded sustainability and carbon neutrality products. Green Globe International, Inc., the worldwide owner of the Green Globe brand, today announced an agreement with Sustainable Travel International (STI), under which Green Globe International and STI will partner to deliver co-branded products and services to the global travel and tourism industry.
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Austria's renewable energy capital - Tirol
The Austrian alpine state of Tirol is fast becoming one of Europe's greenest destinations. As well as being a popular ski spot (according to the Innsbruck Tourist Board the region received more than 8 million visitors in 2007) Tirol is home to a number of hotels and restaurants that utilise renewable energy. An incentive encourages operators to employ eco-friendly practices such as sourcing renewable energy, ecologically disposing of waste and maintaining unpolluted grounds.
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Green skies or green wash?
Several airlines, together responsible for about 15 per cent of total commercial jet fuel use, have committed this week to a more sustainable future, pledging to make positive steps toward developing biofuel use. However, earlier this year a highly-publicised Virgin Atlantic flight using a small proportion of biofuel was dismissed by leading environmental groups as "high-altitude greenwash".
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Rail journeys on track for record bookings in 2009
Booking trends show that Brits are looking for alternatives to travelling by road and air. Instead of fuel charge concerns and the credit crunch, Brits are now rediscovering the romance, ease and environmental friendly nature of rail travel. Travelsphere has reported a marked increase in bookings for rail holidays in 2008 and predicts that 2009 will be the year of the rail holiday, heralding a new era in train travel.
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Responsible tourism in the UK
The truth is, going on holiday is rarely environmentally sound. Just by flying out of the country your personal contribution to global warming goes way up. Stay in the UK and you are already picking up the greenie points. But travelling responsibly is not simply a case of reducing pollution. Minimising environmental damage, supporting local economies and being sensitive to cultural differences is as relevant to a trip through the English countryside as a visit to a Costa Rican rainforest.
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Air passenger duty
Changing the air passenger duty so it’s charged per flight rather than passenger makes sense. Previously if a plane took off with just one passenger it would attract a tiny duty but still emit large amounts of carbon. This way the airlines will be encouraged to fly fuller planes (which is good as fewer flights in total might be required). However, the industry is rightly annoyed that it’s paying vast sums under a so called ‘green tax’ and does not know what the money is being used for.
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