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Delivering Sustainable Travel Conference

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ABTA’s Delivering Sustainable Travel conference returns for 2024. This event is designed for travel and tourism providers based in the UK or overseas, who are committed to making travel more sustainable.

This flagship conference, now in its fifth year, will provide travel businesses of all sizes with practical advice on how to take action to deliver sustainable practices across their organisation. Travel agents, tour operators and wider industry are welcome to attend.

About the event

ABTA’s Delivering Sustainable Travel conference will take a very practical look at how we can use tourism in a sustainable way to deliver growth within environmental limits.

Travel and tourism can be a powerful force for good, not only supporting jobs and livelihoods at home and in destinations, but also often promoting the preservation of culture and nature. Attendees will examine how to ensure their continued business growth and recovery is sustainable and positively contributes to communities, natural ecosystems, and cultural heritage across the globe. You will learn what you can do to reduce carbon emissions, how to measure your carbon footprint and set reduction targets.

Attend this event to hear from destinations and tour operators alike who will share examples of taking a collective approach to ensure benefits of tourism are felt by all. Learn from sustainability experts and industry representatives on how they are approaching sustainability across their businesses.

The event will address how to tackle sustainability internally and get buy in from stakeholders and senior leadership, and discuss how to set roles and responsibilities internally, and what skillsets are needed to tackle responsible travel goals.

Attend this flagship conference to get up-to-date, practical advice on how to take action to deliver sustainable practices across your organisation.

• Opening keynote on the direction of sustainable travel
• Opening panel discussion: industry challenges and opportunities shaping sustainable travel today
• In conversation: responsible tourism and human rights
• Biodiversity loss and how to make travel part of the solution
• On a mission to making flight-free travel mainstream
• Discussion group A: the journey to certification
• Discussion group B: communicating sustainability
• Discussion group C: supporting and engaging local communities
• Panel discussion: too much of a good thing – the challenge of tackling overtourism
• Implementing sustainability in hospitality.
• Moderator: Susan Deer, Director of Industry Relations, ABTA

Susan joined ABTA in 2016 as Senior Solicitor, providing legal advice to ABTA Member businesses, as well as services to support ABTA’s public affairs and trade relations activity.  She has extensive experience in the travel industry, having worked in hotel reservations, tour operating and business travel before beginning her legal career. Since October 2019, as Director of Industry Relations, Susan is responsible for managing relationships with UK travel industry stakeholders, FCO and destination government liaison and overseeing sustainability, operations, crisis management and health & safety in destinations.

• Carol Rose , Head of Sustainability, ABTA
• Prue Stone , Director of Sustainability, Hotelplan UK
• Dr. Anke Winchenbach , Senior Lecturer & Researcher, University of Surrey
• Paul Conroy , Head of Partnerships, Byway
• Claire Ross , Director of Sustainability, DER Touristik
• Daniel Pearce, CEO, TTG Media
• Sophie Walker, Global Head of Sustainability, Inside Travel Group
• Jason Burnett, Technical Director, Intertek Cristal
• Sandra Ishmael, Director UK, Netherlands Board of Tourism & Conventions NBTC
• Rebecca Armstrong, Sustainable Tourism Specialist, The Travel Foundation
• Nadine Pinto, Global Sustainability Manager, The Travel Corporation TTC
• Rochelle Turner, Head of Sustainability, Exodus Travel
• Natalie Allard, Head of Communications, Travalyst
• Ian Corbett, Head of Sustainability, TUI Group
• Helen Coop, Managing Director, Travel, Four 

Benefits of attending

• Hear industry case studies from peers on how they are addressing sustainability issues across their businesses
• Hear how to develop a consistent sustainable policy across your business operations, products and suppliers 
• Understand where to look for help and practical guidance as you develop and implement your strategy
• Understand the tools and support available from ABTA to help you develop a sustainable business approach
• Network and discuss common challenges with industry peers and sustainability experts.

Who should attend?

This conference is for travel agents, tour operators and the wider travel industry including:

• Directors and senior managers from travel companies of all sizes 
• Sustainability and CSR Teams
• Marketing and communications teams
• Product and sales teams

Event prices

• ABTA member/Partner rate*: £289+ VAT
• Non Member rate:  £399 + VAT

This includes lunch and refreshments throughout the day, post-event networking drinks reception, a certificate of attendance, and access to presentation slides after the event.

Travel agents   ABTA is hosting a limited amount of free places for members who are solely travel agencies. Please email [email protected] to enquire and find out more.

Book three places and get 50% off the third place.  (This discount will be automatically applied when you book online.)   •    If you are looking to book for a larger group please contact [email protected] for a bespoke discount.

View our booking terms and conditions  here.   Non-members are welcome to attend. For information about becoming a member click here .

* To qualify for the ABTA Member/Partner discount you must have a current ABTA Member/Partner number or your application must be in progress when the event takes place.

Sponsorship

Event partner.

NBTC is all about the development, branding and marketing of the Netherlands as a destination. As the national destination management organisation of and for the Netherlands, NBTC provides a national vision for tourism based on relevant knowledge and insights. We use this vision to inspire, connect and facilitate cities, regions, business owners and other stakeholders. To make our country a liveable, popular and valuable destination for residents, visitors and companies.

For information about sponsorship opportunities, please contact Sara Dolan on 07766 517 611 or email  [email protected] . 

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Guide to Sustainable Travel Events in 2020

The tourism industry’s relationship with sustainability is continually improving. As we enter a new decade a growing number of influential tourism businesses are realising how important their contribution is and are adapting their practices as a result. 

Responsible practices also continue to take a higher place on the priority list of travellers when they are choosing, how, where and with whom to travel. Now, more than ever is a fantastic opportunity for your tour operator business to knuckle down and play your part to ensure the tourism industry continues to thrive and grow for years to come. 

Sustainable tourism is defined by the UN World Tourism Organisation as “Tourism that takes full account of its current and future economic, social and environmental impacts, addressing the needs of visitors, the industry, the environment and host communities”. What this means is that while reducing our environmental footprint is one aspect, supporting local communities, investing in small business, and advocating for ethical tourism practices is just as crucial for the sustainability of the travel industry. 

Thankfully, there are thousands of tour operators, travel agents, suppliers, and organisations already working hard towards the same outcome. One way you can get involved is by attending one of the many sustainable tourism events lined up for 2020. These events offer excellent ways to learn, gather resources and network with like-minded industry professionals. Staying true to our commitment to this cause we’ve curated a glossary of events for you to keep an eye on in 2020 so that you can easily find the ones that suit you best. 

ATTA World Summit

6-9 October 

Adelaide, Australia 

Sustainability is a core focus of ATTA and naturally, this ethos is encapsulated fully in their annual conference. The theme of this year’s world summit is ‘ Boundless ’, fitting for a country currently facing the damaging effects of climate change head-on with bravery, optimism and energy. This summit will cover the ways that tourism professionals around the globe can map the future of adventure travel with networking sessions, keynote speakers and collaborative sessions.

ABTA Sustainable Travel Conference 

London, United Kingdom

If you are interested in learning about the realistic actions you can make to become a more sustainable tour operator business, this one-day event is for you. The agenda is jam-packed full of speakers passionate about sustainable travel, actionable insights into carbon offset,  sustainable cruising and more, as well as networking opportunities with other like-minded players in the industry.

Conservation Lab

Stellenbosch, South Africa 

They describe themselves as an ‘un-conference’, where creative minds from all over the conservation world meet to democratically discuss ideas and take part in collaborative workshops. While not exclusively for the travel industry, the Conservation Lab hosts over 150 people from a range of different sectors, sharing perspectives and experiences to tackle conservation challenges.

Global Sustainable Tourism Conference 2020

19-22 November

British Columbia, Canada

The Global Sustainable Tourism Council contributes towards establishing and managing global sustainable tourism standards, provides certification for tour operators as well as a whole lot of valuable resources when it comes to investing in sustainable tourism. Their global conference brings together industry professionals from many sectors, to discuss key challenges and opportunities for sustainable tourism. This is a key learning event for those tour operators dedicated to sustainable practices.

Berlin, Germany 

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PURE Life Experiences

6-10 September 

Marrakesh, Morocco

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PATA Adventure Travel and Responsible Tourism 

February 2021 (TBC) 

The Pacific Asia Travel Association holds an annual travel conference all about sustainability and responsibility in the adventure travel industry. This is a two day event comprised of a one-day ‘Travel Mart’ where buyers and sellers meet in pre-scheduled appointments, followed by a one day conference exploring the nuances of the industry with invigorating discussion and presentation from people across the sector. Check out their events page for more details on the upcoming 2021 event and past conferences .

Sustainable Tourism Africa Summit 

Mombasa, Kenya

This summit is committed to the promotion and support of sustainable tourism practices in Africa. Attendees take part in masterclasses, present sustainable solutions and business models while creating long-lasting networks with others in the community. A ‘must-attend’ for African tour operators interested in improving sustainable tourism throughout Africa.

Travel Daily Sustainability Summit 

Sydney, Australia

A fantastic networking and learning opportunity for members of the Australian travel and tourism sector. The summit will give attendees the opportunity to share their experiences, discuss ideas and learn from one another in the sustainability space.

World Travel Market 

2-3 November

London, United Kingdom 

WTM is one of the largest travel trade shows worldwide. With over 5000 exhibiting companies and 51,000 attendees, there is no shortage of opportunities to network, create connections and grow your business. As an added bonus, there is a fantastic list of events specifically related to responsible tourism. Check out their events programme and filter by ‘responsible tourism’ to find the panel discussions, presentations and workshops that suit you.

World Indigenous Tourism Alliance  

Perth, Australia

Sustainability isn’t just about protecting planet Earth. It’s about protecting the communities and cultures that inhabit it. The World Indigenous Tourism Alliance focusses on connecting local Indigenous cultures with the travel industry to help inspire, create, and support authentic, meaningful adventure travel experiences. Their annual summit will be a fantastic learning opportunity for key players of the tourism industry to learn about the value of indigenous cultures in tourism and how tourism can promote and benefit both those communities and the planet.

Below we have compiled a helpful list of resources to get you started on your sustainable tourism journey. 

Useful resources and articles:

Our house is on fire: How your tour operator business can get involved in sustainable tourism 

How can tour operators contribute to sustainable tourism? 

Project Drawdown 

Climate change solutions quiz

Organisations doing great things: 

The International Ecotourism Society 

Global Sustainable Tourism Council 

Sustainable Tourism & Market Access for Tourism SMMEs (Facebook Group) 

Center for Responsible Travel (CREST) 

Travellers against plastic (TAP) 

Sustainable Tourism NZ 

Responsible Travel 

Sustaining Tourism 

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How to travel better: a beginner's guide to sustainable travel in 2023 and beyond

Sustainable, green, responsible — planet-friendly ways to explore the world are more popular than ever but how do you start to make better decisions when you travel? The first step is to understand what sustainable travel is and why it’s important.

What’s sustainable travel? Sustainable travel is about travelling in a way that’s sensitive to the climate and nature emergencies while ensuring that the wellbeing of the places we visit gain long-term benefit from us travelling there. It’s a balancing act between maximising the positives of travel while reducing or eliminating the negatives.

What’s happening and why? The concentration of carbon dioxide currently in the atmosphere is well over 400 parts per million higher than at any time in at least 800,000 years — and it’s still increasing, causing global temperatures to rise. The consensus is that a rise of just 1.5C will cause dangerous warming of the planet. The stability of our world’s climate hinges on whether we can keep this small rise in global temperatures in check and time’s running out. This is the decade that counts.

How does this impact the natural world? Commensurate with the climate crisis is the nature emergency: worldwide, 1 million animal and plant species are threatened with extinction due to the intensification of agriculture and forestry, resource extraction, hunting, invasive species, urban sprawl, pollution and climate change. Yet, this is not just about the disappearance of remote rainforests or polar bears at the extremities of the planet – habitat and biodiversity loss are happening on a colossal scale in the UK, to our hedgerows and forests, our garden birds, and the fish in our seas.

What can you do about it? Being a sustainable traveller is not about making grand, one-off gestures, it’s a state of mind, an ongoing attitude to conscious adventure that influences all aspects of how we holiday, including what we pack in our luggage and how we travel out to destinations, as well as the choice of hotels and activities we take part in while we’re there.

How do I even get started? To begin with, consider packing less: travelling lighter will reduce the chances of having to dispose of items; it makes it much easier to travel around, especially on foot, by bike or on public transport; and it’s more fuel efficient — especially noticeable if you’re travelling in an electric car. A useful device for packing economically is to consider the three Rs: Reduce: What can I get away with not taking; are there items that can double up for several uses? Reuse: What can I take that I can reuse over and over again? Recycle: What can I take that can be recycled once I’ve finished using it? Try to avoid taking single-use plastic, such as bottles, bags and straws, which break down over time into tiny microplastics that enter the food chain when they’re consumed by marine wildlife and ultimately cause serious health issues for humans. Instead, pack a refillable water bottle, coffee cup, Tupperware containers for food and toiletries, and a shopping bag — it’ll be handy not just as a replacement for buying a plastic bag at a supermarket, but also when you’re out buying food and groceries at a local market.

What’s the most important change that I can make? The single more significant way to reduce the carbon emissions of travelling is to tackle the transport portion, which is often responsible for at least 70% of the carbon emissions of a holiday. The most effective way to do this is to reduce the distance travelled and to travel in a way that burns less or, even better, no fossil fuels, using more sustainable modes of transport; or by not travelling in a vehicle at all, choosing instead to travel on foot, by bike or under sail. There’s a steep difference in terms of the amount of carbon dioxide emitted by aeroplanes compared with most land-based vehicles. There are concerted efforts to decarbonise air travel using alternative fuels and methods of propulsion (such as via electricity and hydrogen), but even the most optimistic predictions support that this change is at least a decade away for most airlines. For the time being, the emissions from just one long-haul flight can be more than those caused by someone driving a standard petrol car for a whole year. Taking the train within the UK emits about six times less than flying and taking the bus emits about nine times less. In Europe, where many trains (including Eurostar) are electric, the emissions from rail travel can be as much as 10 times less than flying.

And what if I do need to fly? If you do fly, bear in mind that there’s quite a large disparity between the carbon emissions of aircraft and the operating procedures of airlines, so do use online tools such as the ‘Greener Choices’ label on the search results provided by the flight search engine skyscanner.net , which flags up those flights that have less than average emissions.

While flying continues to be such a large polluter, consider adopting a more selective approach to flying: just as with the flexitarian approach to food where you eat a mainly plant-based diet and only occasionally eat lean meat and sustainably sourced fish, a similar attitude to flying could be that you mainly travel overland and only occasionally fly, staying for longer, and making the most of the flight by choosing a positive-impact holiday that benefits nature conservation and/or genuinely benefits the wellbeing of local communities.

What does my carbon impact look like once I get to a destination? There are other factors that will affect your carbon emissions when you’re at the destination, including your choice of hotel and the food you eat. The average carbon footprint of a night in a typical hotel in the UK is about 31.1kg CO2, according to the Hotel Carbon Measurement Initiative, so choosing a hotel that has lower than average carbon emissions can make a significant difference to your holiday’s footprint. Thankfully it’s becoming easier to find green accommodation — keep an eye out for the green filters on specialist accommodation booking sites, such as Airbnb’s ‘off-the-grid’, Sawday’s 'Sustainable stars'   and   i-escape's 'eco rating', there are several online agencies that specialise in green accommodation, such as fairbnb.coop and myecostay.eu , and even the big online agencies, such as Booking.com , TripAdvisor and Google , now flag up eco-certified hotels in their search results. Many of these eco-certified accommodations do much more than reducing their carbon emissions, they’ll also reduce the amount of waste they send to landfill and reduce the use of chemicals and the amount of water they use.

Feasting on local, seasonal food washed down with the local tipple conveys a sense of place better than any travel brochure. It’s also much better for the environment as there are significant emissions of carbon arising from the ‘food miles’ associated with transporting food great distances. Whether it’s freshly baked bread for breakfast, salad from the local market for lunch, or the catch of the day at the nearby restaurant, choosing local isn’t just good for the planet, it’s also healthier and a great way to put money into the local community.

Where to go Some of the most colourful cities in Europe are a great choice for a green break, such as Bristol, Angers, Nantes, Zurich, Ljubljana and Copenhagen. Here, pragmatic local authorities are implementing the circular economy to create sustainable transport, housing and economic development policies that are accelerating their transition to net zero, which has the knock-on effect of improving the experience for sustainable travellers. For example, regenerative wetlands and connected green spaces help manage storm water, air quality and improve biodiversity, but also provide wonderful green sanctuaries that are great for appreciating urban nature or for just chilling out in parks and gardens across urban villages.

And how to get around? Countries that have a modern, high-speed rail infrastructure make it easy to travel with a lower carbon footprint. Switzerland has an extensive public transport network across the country (the Swiss Travel Pass provides free admission to 500 museums as well as unlimited travel on trains, bus, boat and public transport in cities), while France, Spain, Italy and Germany have impressive high-speed rail networks, particularly between major cities.

What about long haul? Further afield, some countries have made concerted efforts to include tourism in their sustainable development goals. Following decades of tree clearing for agriculture and livestock production, in the 1980s the Costa Rican government implemented policies that have halted and reversed this deforestation. Today, over half of Costa Rica’s land is covered by forest, compared to just 26% in 1983, allowing it to make the most of the biodiversity in its rainforests and pioneer the concept of ecotourism, developing small-scale, high-end eco lodges that have contributed to the conservation of its rainforests. Guyana, too, is developing community-based ecotourism to fund the protection of its rainforests. Lodges such as Iwokrama River Lodge , Rewa Eco-Lodge and Surama Eco-Lodge enable visitors to enjoy the country’s incredible biodiversity, while contributing to its conservation and to the livelihoods of remote communities.

Where can I look for more information? Richard Hammond is a sustainable travel expert and founder of Green Traveller and the author of The Green Traveller: Conscious Adventure That Doesn’t Cost the Earth (£18.99, Pavilion).

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• 20th - 22nd March, 2024
• Bilbao Exhibition Center, Bilbao, Spain

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•  25th - 29th August, 2024
• Stockholm, Sweden

Sustainability Live London

• 10th - 11th September, 2024
• Business Design Center, London, United Kingdom Sustainability Live London is one of the biggest sustainability events worldwide, bringing in the greatest voices in the industry to discuss what we can and should do for a sustainable future. This large conference features a variety of themes, ranging from supply chain sustainability to ESG strategies, and even diversity and inclusion . You can expect their tech and renewable energy theme to include educational discussions on GreenTech as well. 

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1st international conference on environment, social, governance and sustainable development of africa (cesda) 2024.

• 26th - 29th March, 2024
• Mastercard Foundation Conference Centre, Ghana, West Africa

ESG Africa Conference

• 1st - 2nd October, 2024
• Sandton Convention Center, Sandton, South Africa

Asia and the Middle East

Green energy week 2024.

• 4th - 5th March, 2024
• Hyatt Regency Riyadh Olaya, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

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• 11th - 24th November, 2024
• Baku, Abseron, Azerbaijan

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The future of travel mobility.

Washington, District of Columbia

On November 15, U.S. Travel hosted its third annual Future of Travel Mobility conference at Union Station in Washington, DC. This unique gathering brought together industry leaders, innovators and policymakers to identify the factors essential to spur travel’s growth and innovation, share a vision for where we will lead and discuss the policies required to usher in the future of travel.

This year’s inaugural event featured prominent participants including:

• Don Graves, United States Deputy Secretary of Commerce
• Chris Nassetta, President and CEO, Hilton
• Congressman Garret Graves (LA), U.S. House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Aviation
• Joanna Geraghty, President and COO, JetBlue Airways
• Holly Canevari, TSA Deputy Administrator
• Jill Blickstein, Chief Sustainability Officer, American Airlines
• Kevin McAleenan, CEO, Pangiam and Former Acting Secretary of Homeland Security and CBP Commissioner

See more speakers and the full agenda here . 

Through in-depth, thought-provoking dialogue, we examined the critical issues shaping travel mobility’s future—and the policies needed to seize the opportunities before us—including:

Mark your calendars for Future of Travel Mobility 2024 on November 20, 2024. 

2023 Event Highlights

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GSTC2024 Sweden Global Sustainable Tourism Conference

Purposeful travel #gstc2024.

The GSTC2024 Global Sustainable Tourism Conference will take place in Stockholm, Sweden, from April 23rd to April 26th, 2024. The event aims to unite global and local tourism professionals engaged in advancing and advocating for sustainable travel and tourism. This includes participants from the public sector, hotels, tour operators, corporates, online travel agencies, academic institutions, development organizations, non-governmental organizations, consultants, and a variety of other stakeholders.

Environment

Climate and smart management

Welcoming and inclusive

Thriving and innovative

Credible Assurance

Monday, April 22 nd Optional pre-conference trainings (Day 1)

Tuesday, April 23 rd Optional pre-conference trainings (Day 2) Academic Symposium (Registration needed) Welcome Reception Dinner (for all participants) at the  Stockholm City Hall sponsored and hosted by the City of Stockholm.

Wednesday, April 24 th Conference – Day 1 (including lunch) at Cirkus and Hasselbacken

Thursday, April 25 th Conference – Day 2 (including lunch) at Museum of Technology , Maritime Museum , Museum of Ethnography Farewell dinner (for all participants) at the Vasa Museum

Friday, April 26 th Complimentary tour(s) – see options here

Full program

What will it look like.

• Video recordings of all sessions

Thank you Sevilla and GSTC for great conference days! Fantastic that so many countries in the world work to lead the way forward to a more sustainable tourism industry.

I have enjoyed 2 days of learning from my industry colleagues and experts from around the world at the GSTC Asia Pac conference in Korea. A lot of food for thought! I enjoyed this opportunity to learn the many different wonderful initiatives the conference participants are working on with their respective partners in moving towards our shared goal. Thanks to the GSTC team and also the Korean team for organizing such a fantastic event. I am looking forward to the next Global Sustainable Tourism Conference!

It’s been an engaging, enlightening, and fun couple of days in Seville at the GSTC Conference.

Kudos to the entire GSTC for an engaging and inspirational Summit.  The content and the quality of the presenters were excellent.  I left the Summit with rafts of information I am immediately applying to shape WWF’s conservation travel strategies.

Such an incredible amount of content related to ESG, finished with a tremendous Turkish cuisine menu and fantastic local music! Congratulations for the entire  organization… Im just thrilled :)  

A huge thank you to the GSTC staff and board for putting on such an amazing conference! Many new friends and connections were made, and GreenStep is looking forward to working together to continue advancing the sustainability of the global tourism industry!

It has been intensive, informative, inspirational and interesting week at #GSTC2022 conference in Sevilla, Spain. The greatest thing was to meet people in person after talking with them online the past couple of years. Many plans are now on next steps thanks for face to face networking.

Thanks to the GSTC team for efficiently organizing the event and making us feel warmly welcomed.  Our participation at the GSTC Conference 2023 was truly delightful and it made us feel like an integral part of the sustainability movement.

This was my 3rd GSTC conferences and I have to admit, it’s getting more and more popular among sustainable tourism heroes. Great panelists, great location and superb organization 👌

It’s been a great opportunity to participate in such a well-organized, productive event and attend a lot of engaging meetings, inspiring sessions, and panel discussions. I was also lucky enough to meet wonderful, like-minded people and establish a wide network with international professionals from more than 60 countries which would be great for building new collaborations towards more Sustainability in Travel and Tourism. Special thanks go to the GSTC team for hosting this event and for their tangible efforts in organization. You’ve proficiently managed to make this experience a remarkable and memorable one!

The best way to end a busy and restarting year like 2022, and not only in the world of tourism, was to attend the Global Sustainable Tourism Conference in Seville. More than 60 nationalities, among the most representative companies in the world of tourism meet to take a look at the state of sustainability in our sector and the main challenges to be accomplished. A very important appointment of confrontation, exchange and learning.

I am glad to have participated in the Global Sustainable Tourism Conference in Seville organized by the GSTC. It is inspiring to gather with so many like-minded professionals all united by the same goal: making tourism a vehicle for change toward a more sustainable world. Sustainability is not only a growing trend. It is becoming THE standard. 🌱

We found the conference to be an enriching experience in every aspect. The platform provided by the GSTC allowed us to significantly expand our network, enabling meaningful conversations and collaborations with like-minded professionals committed to sustainable tourism. The entire three-day event was brilliantly planned and executed, reflecting the GSTC’s commitment to promoting sustainable tourism and fostering a global community dedicated to this cause.

Frederik Reinfeldt Chairman of the board Visita

Carolina Mendonça Sustainability Coordinator, Azores DMO

Cheh Hsien Lee Assistant Chief Executive, Corporate and Sustainability, Sentosa Development Corporation, Singapore

Neil Rogers Tourism Advisor, Rewilding Europe

Ingunn Sørnes Special Advisor on Sustainability, Innovation Norway

Catherine Gilvarry Head of Supply, Hostelworld

Leigh Howard Chief Operations Officer, Tourism Fiji

Andreas Veilstrup Andersen CEO and President, Liseberg Group

Full list of speakers

Travel information.

Visa : Do you need a visa to enter Sweden? Find out here .

How to get to Stockholm :

By Air: Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) has direct flights from many European cities.

By Train: Stockholm has direct international connections to and from Norway and Denmark.

Accommodation is the responsibility of the participants.

We highly recommend early booking to secure these discounted rates, and also because a very large event (NordBygg) will take place in Stockholm at the same dates of GSTC2024 which causes a spike in demand around these dates.

More travel information here

More information about official hotels here

Stockholm, the capital of Sweden, is a captivating city with a rich history and a vibrant modern culture. Founded in the 13th century, this Scandinavian metropolis offers a unique blend of historical charm and contemporary innovation. Visitors can explore the Royal Palace, wander through the cobbled streets of Gamla Stan (Old Town), and discover the remarkable Vasa Museum, housing a perfectly preserved 17th-century warship. With its picturesque archipelago and cultural events like the Nobel Prize ceremonies, Stockholm offers a diverse and enriching experience for travelers.

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Why is it urgent to meet, develop new solutions, and transform?

The hospitality industry creates new jobs that contribute to increased growth and employment in both larger regions and sparsely populated areas and is a large export industry in many countries. The tourism industry is one of the main engines of the world economy. It is constantly changing to respond to the fluctuating needs of customers, so technology innovation is present in all the scopes of tourism.

• Environmental hurdles like rising temperatures and natural disasters have a great impact on society. A warmer world affects the travel industry in many ways and changes alter travel paths. Storms and floods disrupt coastal getaways, leaving sunny shores battered. The carbon footprint of extensive travel (car/air/boat/bus) has contributed significantly to environmental concerns such as climate change.
• A balance between exploration and preservation is achieved through sustainable practices and technology. Conflict of interest can arise at regional economic development versus preservation of nature.
• Political and social instability refers to the turbulence and uncertainty that can arise within a country or society due to a range of factors. These factors often include political conflicts, economic hardships, social inequality, and cultural tensions.

Tourism can contribute to attractive places for visitors, residents, businesses, and investments throughout the country when places and actors work together by:

• Understand the world perspective and adjust to it, act climate and environmental smart to protect and preserve . Be welcoming and inclusive to engage visitors, residents, businesses and local society.
• Develop Thriving and innovative business for long-term competitive business and act transparent and communicative (credible assurance).

During the GSTC2024 Global Sustainable Tourism Conference in Stockholm, Sweden, we will meet inspiring speakers who will demonstrate solutions and new models. By meeting and taking part in the work of others, we can continue to develop, contribute to economically strong and long-term countries and transition that will reduce the negative climate impact.

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Competitive wood-based materials and timber structures

Research and education at Linnaeus University aims to contribute to the transition to a green and climate neutral or even climate positive construction sector. The conference series Sustainable Building with Wood is intended for a wide audience of stakeholders and the academic community interested in current trends, latest knowledge, scientific research and practical examples along the wood construction value chain for increased competitiveness and sustainable development.

The focus of the conference in September 2024 is on wood-based materials and timber structures. Researchers from different universities in Sweden and practicing engineers will present current research and building projects and discuss future challenges and collaboration opportunities.

During the conference, the Carola and Carl-Olof Ternryd's award will be awarded to two distinguished researchers. Carola and Carl-Olof Ternryd's award for outstanding contributions in the forestry sector as well as education, research and development at Linnaeus University is awarded every two years. It is awarded to persons who have made significant contributions in areas within the forestry industry, primarily wood processing. Part of the amount goes to an individual researcher and the other part to a department within the Faculty of Technology at Linnaeus University, in order to establish a long-term collaboration in research and education with the researcher.

More information about Carola and Carl-Olof Ternryd's award (in Swedish) are published at Linnéakademiens forskningsstiftelse.  Read more about the award here. 

More information about the research project Competitive timber structures can be read here.

08.30-08.50 Opening of conference Vice chancellor Peter Aronsson & Prof. Thomas Bader

08.50–10.10 Session 1 – Competitive wood-based materials

• 08.50-9.10 Kristofer Gamstedt, Uppsala University: Importance of shear creep in wood
• 09.10-9.30 Jonas Niklewski, Lund University: Modelling deterioration of timber in exposed environments
• 09.30-9.50 Anders Olsson, Linnaeus University: From modelling of sawn timber to standardized strength classes for cross laminated timber
• 09.50-10.10 Tomas Alsmarker, Swedish Wood: Bioeconomic competitiveness - greatest climate benefit at the lowest cost

10.10–10.40 Coffee and fika

10.40–12.00 Session 2 – Competitive timber structures

• 10.40-11.00 Erik Serrano, Lund University: Innovative Tailored Laminated Timber (InnoTLT) – CLT evolution or revolution?
• 11.00-11.20 Yue Wang and Tianxiang Wang, KTH Royal Institute of Technology: Innovative timber connections with birch plywood
• 11.20-11.40 Johan Vessby, Karlstad University: How to avoid large vertical displacements in light-frame timber modules
• 11.40-12.00 Petra Videstorm, Martinsons Building Systems: Wooden office buildings - opportunities and challenges

12.00–13.00 Lunch

13.00–15.00 Carola and Carl-Olof Ternryd’s award

Linnaeus Academy’s Research Foundation, Fredrik Åberg Presentation of the awardee:  Josef Eberhardsteiner  and  Josef Füssl , TU Wien Thomas Bader, Linnaeus University

Panel discussion about future of wood construction Susanne Rudenstam, Träbyggnadskansli, Kristoffer Segerholm, Södra & Staffan Schartner, Linnaeus University.

15.00 Coffee and fika

Opportunity to visit Linnaeus University’s laboratory.

Now you may register for the conference.  Click here to get to the registration form. 

Travel to and within Växjö

Travel to växjö.

There are a number of different ways to travel to Växjö. You can either take the train to Växjö Central or travel by air to Växjö Småland Airport.

If you travel by train to Växjö you will reach Växjö Central located in the city centre. Travelling by train from Stockholm Central to Växjö Central takes roughly 3.5 hours.

If you instead choose to travel by air, you can choose to travel either from Bromma Stockholm Airport or Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Växjö Småland Airport. You can also reach Växjö via flight to Copenhagen Airport/Kastrup and connecting direct train to Växjö Central (roughly 2.5 hours).

Travel within Växjö

For travel from Växjö Central or Växjö Småland Airport to Linnaeus University we recommend either bus or taxi.

By bus When travelling by bus from Växjö Central to Linnaeus University, bus number 3, direction “Universitetet”, is the best option. However, there are also other bus routes that pass by one of the university’s bus stops or bus stops nearby, for instance, route number 1 and 5, which take you to Teleborg Centrum, some 8–10 minutes’ walk from the university’s campus.

Bus number 4 will take you from Växjö Småland Airport to Växjö Central where you can change to bus to get to Linnaeus University.

Bus tickets are purchased either on the bus with a debit card or you can download the travel app “Länstrafiken Kronoberg” and purchase your ticket in the app, which will give you a 10% discount on your ticket. You use your debit card to pay in the app.

Click here to perform a search on Länstrafiken Kronoberg.

By bicycle In case you prefer a bicycle, many hotels can offer this. It takes roughly 20 minutes with a bicycle from the city centre to Linnaeus University’s campus.

By taxi Most taxi companies start from Södra Bantorget at World Trade Center which means you can find available taxis here.

By car There is a relative shortage of parking spaces on campus and all are subject to a charge. Parking spaces are marked on the map below.

Here you will find a map of Linnaeus University in Växjö.

Accommodation

If you need of hotel room during your stay in Växjö, we recommend that you contact one of the hotels/hostels below to make a reservation.

Elite Park Hotel Västra Esplanaden 10 352 31 Växjö Book by email:  [email protected] or by phone: +46 470 – 70 22 00 Website:  https://elite.se/en/hotels/vaxjo/park-hotel/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=google-local&utm_content=vaxjo_park

Clarion Collection Hotel Cardinal Bäckgatan 10 352 30 Växjö Book by email:  [email protected] or by phone: +46 470 – 72 28 00

Website:  https://www.nordicchoicehotels.com/hotels/sweden/vaxjo/clarion-collection-hotel-cardinal/?_ga=2.239726091.986266805.1673519636-645733788.1660198179

Quality Hotel Royal Corner Liedbergsgatan 11 352 32 Växjö Book by email:  [email protected] or by phone: +46 470 – 70 10 00 Website:  https://www.nordicchoicehotels.com/hotels/sweden/vaxjo/quality-hotel-royal-corner/?_ga=2.79867089.754357241.1672821501-1234792339.1662965398

Elite Stadshotellet   Kungsgatan 6, Box 198 352 33 Växjö Book by email:  [email protected] or by phone: +46 470 – 134 00 Website:  https://elite.se/en/hotels/vaxjo/stadshotellet/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=google-local&utm_content=vaxjo_stadshotellet

Hotel PM & Vänner Västergatan 10 352 31 Växjö

Book by email: [email protected] or by phone: +46 470 – 75 97 00 Website:  https://pmrestauranger.se/hotell/

Teleborgs Slott Slottsallén 351 96 Växjö Book by email:  [email protected] or by phone: +46 470 – 34 89 80 Website:  https://teleborgsslott.com/

Hotel Esplanad Norra Esplanaden 21 A 352 31, Växjö Book by email  [email protected] or by phone: +46 470 – 70 22 00 Website:  https://hotelesplanad.com/

Hotel Värend Kungsgatan 27 352 33, Växjö Book by email:  [email protected] or by phone: +46 470 – 77 67 00 Website:  https://www.hotellvarend.se/

Are you looking for more affordable accommodations we suggest following hotels below:

Toftastrand Hotel & Konditori Lenhovdavägen 72 352 71 Växjö Book by email:  [email protected] or by phone: +46 470 – 652 90 https://www.villavik.se/konditori/

Växjö Vandrarhem Evedal L J Brandts väg 1 352 63 Växjö Book by email:  [email protected] or by phone: +46 470 – 630 70 website:  http://www.vaxjovandrarhem.se

Skäraton Väluddevägen 1 352 51 Växjö

Book by email:  [email protected]  or  [email protected] or by phone: +46 70 378 00 95 website:  http://skaraton.com/

Bed and Breakfast Södra Lycke Hagagatan 10 352 35 Växjö

You can book by a registration form via the website or by phone: +46 70  676 65 06

Website:  http://www.sodralycke.se/

A sustainable event

This conference is a sustainability-assured meeting in accordance with Linnaeus University’s guidelines for sustainable events. These guidelines are linked to the 17 global goals in Agenda 2030 and comprise the three dimensions of sustainable development: the economic, the social, and the environmental. Learn more about Linnaeus University’s sustainable events here .

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U.s. secretary of commerce gina raimondo to travel to singapore for ipef ministerial and inaugural ipef clean economy investor forum, office of public affairs.

Raimondo will meet with IPEF partners to advance progress on Pillars II, III, and IV – the Supply Chain, Clean Economy, and Fair Economy pillars – and to kick-off the Inaugural Clean Economy Investor Forum with 22 U.S. companies, driving sustainable infrastructure & clean technology investments in the region.

U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo will travel to Singapore from June 3 to June 6 to participate in the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF)’s Ministerial meeting. Raimondo will also lead 22 American companies to the inaugural IPEF Clean Economy Investor Forum to accelerate sustainable infrastructure and climate technology investments in the region. 

The IPEF Ministerial meeting will be the first in-person convening of Ministers since the substantial conclusion of negotiations for the Clean Economy Agreement and the Fair Economy Agreement, and the signing of the supply chain agreement, last November, and the virtual Ministerial meeting that took place in March. The purpose of the meeting is for Ministers to take stock of the progress to date under the three agreements and outline a series of next steps to take the work forward under each of the agreements.

The IPEF Clean Economy Investor Forum will convene a diverse set of stakeholders from across the United States and the Indo-Pacific region to gain market insights, make industry and government contacts, solidify business strategies, and identify funding opportunities, in furtherance of the goals of the proposed Clean Economy Agreement. The IPEF Clean Economy Agreement aims to help partners meet their climate objectives by improving market conditions through a variety of tools, including coordinated policies, interoperable frameworks, and more streamlined processes. This will further attract investment to climate-related infrastructure, technologies, and projects in the region, as well promote the sharing of expertise and good practices on scaling up clean investments.

In Singapore, the Secretary will also participate in bilateral meetings with IPEF partner nations, engage with industry leaders, and address issues of shared concern, including sustainable growth, climate objectives, and advanced technology.