{"id":38600,"date":"2023-03-21T22:04:24","date_gmt":"2023-03-21T22:04:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hoptraveler.com\/index.php\/2023\/03\/21\/everything-you-need-to-know-from-intrepids-2021-impact-report\/"},"modified":"2023-03-21T22:04:25","modified_gmt":"2023-03-21T22:04:25","slug":"everything-you-should-know-from-intrepids-2021-impact-report","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hoptraveler.com\/index.php\/2023\/03\/21\/everything-you-should-know-from-intrepids-2021-impact-report\/","title":{"rendered":"Everything you should know from Intrepid&#8217;s 2021 Impact Report"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> [ad_1]<br \/>\n<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/ywAAAAAAQABAAACAUwAOw==\" fifu-lazy=\"1\" fifu-data-sizes=\"auto\" fifu-data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/intrepid-impact-report-2021-425x239.jpg?ssl=1&w=75&resize=75&ssl=1 75w, https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/intrepid-impact-report-2021-425x239.jpg?ssl=1&w=100&resize=100&ssl=1 100w, https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/intrepid-impact-report-2021-425x239.jpg?ssl=1&w=150&resize=150&ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/intrepid-impact-report-2021-425x239.jpg?ssl=1&w=240&resize=240&ssl=1 240w, https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/intrepid-impact-report-2021-425x239.jpg?ssl=1&w=320&resize=320&ssl=1 320w, https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/intrepid-impact-report-2021-425x239.jpg?ssl=1&w=500&resize=500&ssl=1 500w, https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/intrepid-impact-report-2021-425x239.jpg?ssl=1&w=640&resize=640&ssl=1 640w, https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/intrepid-impact-report-2021-425x239.jpg?ssl=1&w=800&resize=800&ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/intrepid-impact-report-2021-425x239.jpg?ssl=1&w=1024&resize=1024&ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/intrepid-impact-report-2021-425x239.jpg?ssl=1&w=1280&resize=1280&ssl=1 1280w, https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/intrepid-impact-report-2021-425x239.jpg?ssl=1&w=1600&resize=1600&ssl=1 1600w\" fifu-data-src=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/intrepid-impact-report-2021-425x239.jpg?ssl=1\" \/><\/p>\n<div>\n<p><strong>When Intrepid Travel grew to become a B Corp, we signed up for the very best requirements of social and environmental efficiency \u2013 which means being clear with our travellers and neighborhood. And with the discharge of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/integrated-annual-report-2021\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Intrepid\u2019s 2021 Integrated Annual Report<\/a>, the stats are formally in. Here\u2019s all the great things that went on behind the scenes in 2021.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>How do you <em>know<\/em> Intrepid is altering journey for good? How do you <em>know<\/em> you\u2019re travelling with an moral operator? It\u2019s a good query. It\u2019s straightforward for a corporation to speak a very good sustainability recreation. But placing it into follow? That\u2019s a complete new kettle of sustainable fish.<\/p>\n<p>With the discharge of Intrepid\u2019s 2021 Integrated Annual Report, we wish to maintain ourselves accountable and present travellers <em>precisely<\/em> what it takes to be the world\u2019s main small group journey firm This is only a snapshot of all the great we achieved in 2021, together with some issues we wish to do higher. It\u2019s documented. It\u2019s open to everybody. You can brew your self a pot of tea and skim the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/integrated-annual-report-2021\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">complete factor<\/a> cowl to cowl (if that\u2019s your thought of a very good time). \u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Here are 21 highlights from our 2021 impression report.<\/p>\n<ul type=\"1\">\n<li>In 2021, we re-certified because the world\u2019s largest journey B Corp, which took <a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/worlds-largest-travel-b-corp\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">a <em>lot<\/em><\/a> of labor. We even elevated our B Corp rating by practically 10 per cent. For those that don\u2019t know, B Corp is a rigorous certification, achieved by companies that steadiness function and revenue. You can test Intrepid\u2019s efficiency over <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bcorporation.net\/en-us\/find-a-b-corp\/company\/intrepid-group-ltd\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">right here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>We\u2019ve been 100 per cent carbon impartial since 2010 and formally <a href=\"https:\/\/www.climateactive.org.au\/buy-climate-active\/certified-members\/intrepid-group\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">licensed Climate Active<\/a> since 2018. As a signatory and launch associate of the Glasgow Declaration on Climate Action in Tourism, we\u2019re planning to halve <a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/halving-our-carbon-emissions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">our emissions by 2035<\/a> and hit internet zero by 2050 (and even sooner, if we will handle it).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>As a part of that course of, in 2021 we reviewed our top-selling journeys and eliminated flights from 5 itineraries in Borneo, Cuba, Cambodia, Vietnam and Egypt. That\u2019s roughly 3,000 flights Intrepid clients <em>received\u2019t<\/em> be taking in 2022.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>In 2021, we launched a brand new model of journey: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/trip-styles\/premium\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Intrepid Premium<\/a>, the low-impact possibility for higher-end adventures. This means you may discover the world within the Intrepid means that you already know and love, however with a number of extra comforts, together with handpicked lodging and particular inclusions.<\/li>\n<li>Since 2002, our not-for-profit group, The Intrepid Foundation, has raised greater than $12 million in direction of the individuals and locations our journeys go to. In 2021, with assist from our neighborhood, we raised over $500,000 and positively impacted 30,778 lives world wide.<\/li>\n<li>In partnership with our pals at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.meetnetwork.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MEET Network<\/a>, we launched three new journeys to protected areas within the Mediterranean final yr. These eco-tours embody Lastovo Island and Kornati Islands National Park in Croatia, plus Samaria Gorge National Park in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/greece\/highlights-crete-135741\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Crete<\/a>. Each one was designed to help nature conservation and profit native communities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>The Intrepid Foundation\u2019s marketing campaign for UNICEF Australia\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theintrepidfoundation.org\/t\/vaccine-equity\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Give the World a Shot fundraiser<\/a>, 28,233 individuals in low-income nations had been capable of entry COVID-19 vaccines, serving to to avoid wasting lives and restart economies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>In 2020 we grew to become the primary tour operator on the planet to undertake <a href=\"https:\/\/bcorporation.com.au\/stories\/why-a-travel-b-corp-set-science-based-climate-targets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">verified science-based targets<\/a> for emission reductions. In 2021, backed that up with a 25-page carbon measurement information to assist different journey firms decarbonize their operations. Check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/au\/download-our-carbon-measurement-blueprint-for-tour-operators\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Carbon Measurement Toolkit<\/a> for more information.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Fast Company recognised us as one of many <a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/worlds-most-innovative-companies-2021\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">world\u2019s most progressive firms<\/a> in each 2021 and 2022, for our management in international vaccine fairness, sustainability and climate-safe journey.<\/li>\n<li>The Intrepid Foundation backed progressive, nature-based local weather change options, together with Australia\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bluecarbonlab.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Blue Carbon Lab<\/a>, which researches and restores coastal wetlands. These underwater forests act as big carbon sinks, drawing down and storing carbon 30-50 occasions quicker than bushes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul type=\"1\">\n<li>We\u2019re critical about constructing stronger relationships with First Nations Australians. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidgroup.travel\/sites\/default\/files\/2020-07\/Intrepid_RAP_Report_INNOVATE_2020.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Reconciliation Action Plan<\/a> (RAP), endorsed by Reconciliation Australia, contains over 90 actions to advance our contribution in 4 key areas: relationships, respect, alternatives, and governance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul type=\"1\">\n<li>As a worldwide tour operator, we work with tonnes of companies to make our journeys a actuality. In 2021, our provide chain supported greater than 28,000 employees. And 45 per cent of them had been ladies. That means your journey immediately helps jobs and livelihoods in native communities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul type=\"1\">\n<li>In 2021, we signed the pledge to turn into <a href=\"https:\/\/www.naturepositive.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nature Positive<\/a>. That means we\u2019re on a mission to raise nature in our enterprise, share case research and learnings, and perceive how our enterprise impacts the pure world.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul type=\"1\">\n<li>We partnered with WWF Australia on chosen Antarctica voyages to help marine analysis into the migratory patterns of whales. This is nice for whales (clearly), but additionally for travellers. You can now get hands-on expertise with Antarctic <a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/new-scientist-antarctica\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">citizen science applications<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul type=\"1\">\n<li>Last yr, extra of our clients loved First Nations experiences in Australia than ever earlier than. In truth, we elevated the variety of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander experiences on our journeys by 300 per cent.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul type=\"1\">\n<li>We consider we will do extra good by working with different like-minded firms. Last yr, 21 per cent of our suppliers had been social enterprises or not-for-profit organisations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul type=\"1\">\n<li>We grew to become a founding member of the Indigenous Tourism Collaborative of the Americas and signed the pledge to foster significant connections with Indigenous individuals. We additionally launched new journeys within the United States to introduce travellers to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/north-american-bipoc-experiences\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">extra numerous and inclusive experiences<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul type=\"1\">\n<li>Along with different journey B Corps, we based <a href=\"https:\/\/travelbybcorp.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Travel by B Corp<\/a> within the UK. It\u2019s a collaboration between aligned however impartial journey firms, that are all B Corp licensed. It\u2019s a great spot to start out should you\u2019re on the lookout for sustainable tour choices.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul type=\"1\">\n<li>Two of our tour leaders had been shortlisted as a few of the greatest within the enterprise in 2021. Well completed to Matty Dyas from the UK and Thilantha Abeysinghe from Sri Lanka! Each of was shortlisted as Tour Leader of the Year on the 2021 <a href=\"https:\/\/wanderlusttravelawards.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wanderlust Awards<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>The Intrepid Foundation\u2019s tree-planting marketing campaign raised $16,670 for our Eden reforestation undertaking within the Kijabe Forest in Kenya. This undertaking goals to regenerate a as soon as forested space whereas additionally creating employment alternatives for marginalized teams within the area.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>In 2021, we launched our moral advertising and marketing pointers to verify we help extra numerous storytellers and voices in our enterprise, and to assist preserve us accountable. You can get in contact with us, should you assume we aren\u2019t strolling the discuss. Drop us a line at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/intrepid-impact-report-2021\/mailto:accountability@intrepidtravel.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">accountability@intrepidtravel.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Want to study extra about Intrepid\u2019s mission to alter journey for good? You can take a look at our Purpose <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/purpose\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>over right here<\/strong><\/a><strong>. If you wish to learn our newest Annual Report, you&#8217;ll find a duplicate <u><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/integrated-annual-report-2021\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">right here<\/a><\/u>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>[ad_2]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[ad_1] When Intrepid Travel grew to become a B Corp, we signed up for the very best requirements of social and environmental efficiency \u2013 which means being clear with our travellers and neighborhood. And with the discharge of Intrepid\u2019s 2021 Integrated Annual Report, the stats are formally in. 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