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First-of-its-kind initiative \u2018Journey to Clean\u2019 highlights journey business\u2019s finest practices and commitments <\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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The U.S. Travel Association as we speak launched a first-of-its-kind initiative, JourneyToClean.com, to share the collective story of the U.S. journey business\u2019s daring imaginative and prescient for attaining larger sustainability. The initiative consists of greater than 100 examples of sustainable journey practices from a various cross-section of greater than 50 journey companies.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe travel industry embraces sustainability initiatives and business practices because it is good for the planet AND it\u2019s good for business,\u201d stated U.S. Travel Association President and CEO Geoff Freeman. \u201cTravelers and businesses alike are demanding more sustainable options, and our industry is evolving to meet the needs of travelers now and for the future. By utilizing \u2018Journey to Clean,\u2019 travelers can have a better understanding of the many sustainable options across the travel ecosystem and make decisions that best align with their values.\u201d<\/p>\n

Ninety % of vacationers say they need sustainable journey choices whereas 76 % of executives wish to improve sustainable company journey decisions, even when such choices are costlier. Studies additionally discovered that local weather change and environmental sustainability are significantly vital to youthful Americans\u2014a powerful indicator that the necessity for sustainable journey choices will solely develop over time.<\/p>\n

Activities the business is advancing in direction of end-to-end sustainable journey embody:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Helping vacationers make knowledgeable choices;
\u2022 Reducing carbon emissions;
\u2022 Conserving sources & lowering waste;
\u2022 Protecting pure sights & selling regeneration; and
\u2022 Sourcing responsibly.<\/p>\n

\u2018Journey To Clean,\u2019 developed with engagement and enter from U.S. Travel Association\u2019s Sustainable Travel Coalition, additionally highlights federal coverage priorities to strengthen sustainable journey and contains focus areas for advocacy, akin to grant applications, tax incentives, free commerce agreements and public-private partnerships.<\/p>\n

Featured organizations embody American Airlines, American Express, Delta Air Lines, Expedia Group, Google Travel, Hilton, IHG Hotels & Resorts, Marriott International, Disney Parks & Resorts, United Airlines, Universal Destinations & Experiences, MGM Resorts International, National Park Service, San Francisco Giants, and others.<\/p>\n

The website can be often refreshed with new case research and efforts reflecting business sustainability actions.<\/p>\n

\u201cAt every stage of the traveler\u2019s journey\u2014from booking to takeoff to lodging, and all of the exciting activities and attractions in between\u2014our industry has made significant improvements to minimize environmental impacts,\u201d stated Freeman.<\/p>\n

\u201cU.S. Travel Association is proud to represent so many innovative, future-focused organizations that are committed to moving our industry forward toward greater sustainability.\u201d<\/p>\n