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Such a memorable evening filled with honesty, pragmatism and curiosity! An absolutely fantastic experience for Kimmy Paulino and I at Sustainability Women to work together with Anne Langourieux Rachel Chiam from The Matcha Initiative and Teri at Singapore Global Network to curate and carry out this event where we all “Dare(d) to Dream” to envision Singapore 2040 towards a thriving sustainable future. It truly was team work.   Collective intelligence of the passionate attendees on topics ranging from Education, Mobility & Transportation, Food Security, to Build & Natural Environment, Alternative Business Models and discussing action areas on how to get there by dawning the role of the individual, public, private sector and academia. Shout out to all our exceptional facilitators who helped navigate the group discussion!   An honour to hear real-life examples from our diverse panel:   Rachel Cheang: Promote community ownership and agency, ecosystems need strong communities and to look inward to generate a conversation about what type of returns our investments and capital should be making and for whom Lim Lecarl: Taking us through the nuanced concept of “post-growth”, and sparking questions around how to have a steady-state economy that is in harmony with nature   Mayur Singh: The Green Collective SG Pte Lt (a certified B-Corp) model’s focus on curating, building and scaling sustainable brands; and how the “trust” quotient is such a critical lever in operating businesses   Frantz Braha: SaladStop Group’s efforts of leading the way from a responsible value chain, to product traceability, carbon and impact measurement   Barney Swan: Our moderator for the evening and sharing about the exceptional work at ClimateForce leveraging regenerative agro-forestry and innovative solutioning accelerating nat cap, climate tech opportunities and science ed; posing the difficult question around galvanising and tapping the funding channels / instruments   The discussions resonated with one of the key themes during the ongoing Ecosperity Week on how saving nature is key - supply chains depend on nature and investors are gradually moving the needle and carrying out nature-friendly investing.   Here’s to keeping the momentum going!

The recent 𝗣𝗛𝗜𝗦𝗧 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 welcomed over 1,300 delegates and 66 speakers to explore innovative solutions and sustainable practices. The event featured over 20 workshops and inspiring talks designed to ignite action. One of the sessions was "𝙂𝙧𝙚𝙚𝙣 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙢𝙥𝙞𝙤𝙣: 𝙇𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙔𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙊𝙧𝙜𝙖𝙣𝙞𝙯𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙩𝙤 𝙎𝙪𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙗𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙩𝙮," where panelists discussed strategies for businesses to embrace sustainability. 🌟 Anucharaporn Tongluan from Thavorn Hotels & Resorts highlighted the need for top-down support in embedding sustainability within organizations. Aligning green initiatives with company goals can help overcome resistance and resource challenges. 🌟 Bjorn Courage from InterContinental Phuket Resort illustrated how eco-friendly practices enhance brand reputation and profitability. Initiatives like "Proud Kamala" not only clean beaches but also engage the community, attracting eco-conscious travelers. 🌟 Michelle Jie Gao from Booking.com shared insights on making eco-friendly travel options more accessible. She advocated for initiatives like third-party sustainability certifications and collaborative efforts with industry partners to drive decarbonization. 🌟 Our Co-founder, Rhea Vitto Tabora, shared steps for small to medium-sized businesses starting their sustainability journey and stressed the importance of transparent communication in sustainability efforts. Her message is a call to the industry: avoid the pitfalls of greenwashing and 'greenhushing.' Learn more about the innovative strategies discussed at PHIST 2024 in our recent article. https://lnkd.in/ggymgmSU Jayne MacDougall | Phuket Hotels Association Jeremy Tran 🌏 | Sainha | a purpose-led marketing agency for next-gen brands Travel Asia Now #LeadershipInSustainability #PHIST2024 #Phuket #SustainableTourism #ResponsibleTourism #ConservationEfforts #ClimateAction #SustainableDevelopment #GreenInitiatives #TourismInnovation

🌿 Betreat Swisstainable Commitments 🌍 Betreat is rooted in 3 core measures: 1️⃣ To offer events that contribute to the well-being of participants and allow them to connect with nature. 2️⃣ Our aim is to set up "Zero Waste" events. 3️⃣ Create events with positive impacts on the environment and local communities. To achieve each goal, we've outlined 3 or 4 steps for each category. Here's an example regarding our commitment to nature and landscape: 🏞️ Promote destinations in Switzerland for our events (Flims, Geneva, Zurich, Rapperswil, Zug, Sursee, and others…). 🚴♂️ Promote activities in harmony with nature (bike rides, archery, reforestation actions, "Clean-Up" actions). 🧘♀️ Promote activities that contribute to the well-being of participants (yoga, meditation, "healthy & dietetic" cooking classes…). Betreat stands by the values of well-being and regenerative practices, creating a more sustainable event world with each endeavor. Sustainability remains a challenge, but when you're committed, it's the most beautiful and fulfilling sentiment ever. 🌱 #SustainableEvents #SwissNature Swisstainable – Schweizer Nachhaltigkeitsprogramm - Swiss Sustainability Programme #WeAreSwisstainable

Visiting SX Sustainability Expo 2024 in Bangkok today, giving a glimpse in the efforts by companies on the sustainability front. Also enjoyed the food festival downstairs, with local sustainable food solutions. My take on the event; which seemed less busy than last years… 👍 great to see such events that drive consumer awareness around the sustainability topic. Companies also engage and get involved, thus slowly moving the needle…. 👎 Sadly still more talk than action. Most products and solutions are still the usual, with (hopefullly) some efforts behind the scenes to make them more sustainable. Really comprehensive and E2E solutions were missing in my view, I did not see them atleast. In short; it’s a journey, and Thailand still has some ground to cover to really build sustainability in its systems, but it’s a first step in the right direction. Keep it going Thailand 🇹🇭, and start with more stricter rules and regulations, as well as awareness programs, to get consumers to join on the journey. #sustainability #thailand #futurefood

🎈 Let's talk sustainability.⁠ ⁠ The word "sustainable" is added willy-nilly to all sorts of things, and I always wonder if they actually did something about it.⁠ ⁠ Meghna Nijhawan kindly asked me about my thoughts on sustainability in one of my posts this week, and in mysterious ways, on the same day, Maria Forko asked me to connect with her on LinkedIn.⁠ ⁠ And guess what? She is an expert in helping event planners organize sustainable events, mainly in Austria and Germany, but she can work with anyone in the EU. More info about her company White Elephant Events.⁠ ⁠ Here are the short highlights of our conversation:⁠ ⁠ 📄 to get the Eco Label (which can be granted to anyone in the EU), companies need to check quite a few things off a 15-sided PDF-long list. This is serious business.⁠ ⁠ 💰 To become sustainable is initially more expensive but cheaper for companies in the long run.⁠ ⁠ 🔧 There are no fixed templates to follow, so her work is personalized.⁠ ⁠ 💡 One step that has a massive, tangible effect on sustainability and is easier to implement is catering with vegan or vegetarian locally sourced food and ingredients. This simple change can make a significant difference.⁠ ⁠ 🗣 Honest conversations are not just a step but the first crucial step. Admitting what can be done and what can't be done at this moment is important. It's a responsibility we all share.⁠ ⁠ 🇩🇰 Denmark and other Scandinavian countries have their eco-label organization: Nordic Swan Ecolabel.⁠ ⁠ 🌱 We have a long way to go, but seeds are planted.⁠ ⁠ 📸 at @zoku before the networking event this week.⁠ ⁠ #eventplanner⁠ #sustainability⁠ #ecolabel⁠ #denmark

We are delighted to announce Team Sweden's participation in the SX Sustainability Expo 2024, the largest sustainability expo in ASEAN. This event serves as a platform for businesses, organizations, and experts to showcase their sustainable practices, products, and solutions while raising awareness about pressing environmental issues. The expo, held at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC) in Bangkok, features exhibitions, country pavilions, panel discussions, and networking opportunities. This year's expo focuses on key themes: SEP Inspiration, Better Living, Better Community, Better Me, and Better World, covering diverse fields of sustainability such as sustainable development, circular economy, water stewardship, waste management, social responsibility, diversity, and sustainable architecture. Team Sweden will also be hosting two sub-events at SX: Sub-Event 1: Pioneer the Possible Thailand 2024: Green Mobility. Thailand and Sweden share a commitment to reducing CO2 emissions and becoming carbon neutral by 2050 and 2045, respectively. Under the platform Pioneer the Possible Thailand, stakeholders from various disciplines are coming together to address this challenge. The expo will focus on promoting electric vehicles and smart mobility solutions, as well as the development of EV infrastructure to meet the growing demand for sustainable public transportation solutions in Thailand's urban areas. 📅 30 September 2024 Sub-Event 2: The Thai-Swedish Water Alliance 2024. Aligned with the 'Better Living' pillar, the Thai-Swedish Water Alliance aims to foster collaboration in advancing sustainability across four key focus dimensions: Water Stewardship, Decarbonization, Biodiversity, and Waste Management. This initiative seeks to drive innovation and cooperation in addressing water-related challenges and promoting sustainable water management practices. 📅 3 October 2024, from 10.30 AM to 12.30 PM Join us at the SX Sustainability Expo 2024 to explore these exciting sub-events, engage in meaningful discussions, and contribute to the advancement of sustainability in Thailand and beyond. We look forward to seeing you there! For inquiries about the events, please contact us: [email protected] #TeamSweden #SustainabilityExpo #SX2024 #GreenMobility #WaterAlliance #SustainableFuture #FocusAsia #BusinessSweden #Thailand

A beautifully busy start to the week with Southeast Asia’s biggest sustainability event for the travel and hospitality. ☘ 🛌 Thank you to the Phuket Hotels Association for leading the charge towards a more sustainable future in our industry! It was incredible to hear from industry leaders and to be surrounded by so many passionate individuals committed to driving the green agenda forward. This event reminded me that sustainability isn’t just a trend but a way of life. It’s about the choices we make every day, whether it’s being mindful of the food we waste or the words we use when speaking to our colleagues, friends, and family. Living a conscious and intentional life means recognizing the impact of our actions on the world around us and striving to make better choices that benefit both people and the planet. As nature grows, we should grow alongside it, responding to its changes with our own. Mutual growth, adapting together— a symbiotic relationship. Let’s remember that we are deeply interconnected with everything around us. 💞 #Sustainability #ConsciousLiving #HospitalityIndustry #GreenTravel #MindfulLiving #PHIST2024

🌍 Beyond Beauty Club Convention: A Sustainability Success Story 🌿 AIM Group Spain proudly implemented the Planet Positive Event system at the recent Beyond Beauty Club Convention, showcasing how events can drive measurable positive change. 🌟 𝗠𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 The report concludes that transparent data collection and local supplier engagement are key drivers in reducing environmental impact and achieving #sustainability goals. 🌟 𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 Planet Positive Event 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺 Built on 17+ years of expertise in sustainable event practices, the system provides accurate measurements of environmental impact, delivers actionable insights for improvement and promotes the 7R Model: #Rethink, #Reduce, #Reuse, #Recycle, #Refuse, #Recreate, #Regenerate. 💡 At #AIM, we’re leading the way to a greener future. 👇 Swipe through the carousel below for the key sustainability highlights. AIM Group International #Sustainability #PlanetPositiveEvent #EventInnovation #ESG

Let me share some takeaways from my dialogue with John T. today at AlterCOP in Singapore about driving sustainability changes in hospitality industry. ✍ Systemic changes only happen through #collaboration. That is why Accor takes collaborative action with institutions, governments, peers, startups, NGOs. Hospitality players are competitors but also partners in changing hospitality industry towards sustainable business models. This is #coopetition (cooperation + competition) ✍ One size fits does not work. When adressing 5000+ hotels across multiple geographies, sizes, brands... solutions to reduce energy, carbon, water & resources needs to be #tailored. ✍ Engaging #franchises is a key challenge. Showing how sustainability brings business & asset value, sharing best practices from flagships, tailoring solutions depending on the type of hotel owner, these are part of the key success factors. ✍ #Technology is a key enabler. Smart energy, smart waste, smart water, smart buildings... data, AI & digital are everywhere to support sustainable transformation. A warmful thanks again to you John T. for sharing your insightful experience as VP sustainability in MEAPAC region, and to #Altercop29 for making this event possible. Brune Poirson Alexandre Musso Jordane de Villaret Bentinck Valérie de Robillard Victor Genin Cédric Baecher Leah Ball Sarah Lamigeon Paul Blackler Helena B.

Excited to share insights from the KASI STATE OF THE CONSUMER REPORT Tanzania: ECO VIBE Trend. In a world craving sustainability and authenticity, this trend aligns with our values. Let's drive positive change together. Download the report here: https://lnkd.in/g-YuuvPg #Sustainability #ClimateChange #EnvironmentalIssues #YouthForClimate