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🌍 A milestone moment 🌍 As we celebrate our fifth anniversary during #ClimateWeekNYC ⭕ we’re excited to share a series of announcements that will shape the future of the Travalyst coalition: 🚀 Our vision for the next five years: Travalyst will centralise the collection and distribution of sustainability data for key areas of travel and tourism. With a current focus on accommodation, long term we aim to consider other areas such as rail, activities and destinations. 🤝 Weeva: Travalyst has acquired the Weeva platform. As an organisation that shares our vision for democratising access to sustainability information in travel, the Weeva team built a highly regarded platform that we are aiming to integrate into our next phase of work. 🌆 Leadership expansion: we are expanding our leadership team with two executive hires: ➡️ Julie Cheetham joins the team as Chief Operations Officer. Cheetham is a sustainability leader with over 20 years experience and was part of the initial group of thought leaders to found Weeva, where, as CEO, she grew the business into a multi-award-winning platform used in 86 countries. ➡️ Amina Razvi also joins us as Chief Partnerships and Development Officer. Razvi has been a trailblazer in the global apparel and textile industry, known for driving the adoption of the Higg Index and cultivating an unprecedented level of industry collaboration and change whilst CEO at Sustainable Apparel Coalition (now Cascale). Find out more on our website: https://lnkd.in/eyMytcwa Climate Group Sally Davey Amadeus Booking.com Expedia Group Google Mastercard Sabre Corporation Skyscanner Travelport Tripadvisor Trip.com Group Visa #Travalyst #TravalystFiveYears #ClimateWeekNYC #Sustainability #TravelandTourism #Technology #ResponsibleTourism

It's awards season and we'd so appreciate your votes. Weeva has been shortlisted for a new award at the inaugural World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards, in the "World's Leading Sustainable Technology 2024" category. https://lnkd.in/dWMBc79b The nominees were assessed by students of Sustainable Business from Nova School of Business and Economics School, with the shortlist approved by the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance Advisory Board. The awards focus on "Accelerating Change and Impact in Sustainable Travel & Tourism". Voting is now open until 2 August. If you love what Weeva is doing to make sustainability data management simpler, more accessible and transparent, please give us a vote... Congratulations to all our fellow nominees. Whilst we may be competing for an award, we are all actually in this vital space together, trying to make a collective positive impact for people and planet. https://lnkd.in/dWMBc79b #WSTHA #WSTHAAwards #WorldSustainableTravelandHospitalityAwards #Weeva #WorldsLeadingSustainableTechnology #SustTech #TravelTech #SustainableTourism #ResponsibleTourism #AntiGreenwashing

It's awards season and we'd so appreciate your votes. Weeva has been shortlisted for a new award at the inaugural World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards, in the "World's Leading Sustainable Technology 2024" category. https://lnkd.in/dWMBc79b The nominees were assessed by students of Sustainable Business from Nova School of Business and Economics School, with the shortlist approved by the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance Advisory Board. The awards focus on "Accelerating Change and Impact in Sustainable Travel & Tourism". Voting is now open until 2 August. If you love what Weeva is doing to make sustainability data management simpler, more accessible and transparent, please give us a vote... Congratulations to all our fellow nominees. Whilst we may be competing for an award, we are all actually in this vital space together, trying to make a collective positive impact for people and planet. https://lnkd.in/dWMBc79b #WSTHA #WSTHAAwards #WorldSustainableTravelandHospitalityAwards #Weeva #WorldsLeadingSustainableTechnology #SustTech #TravelTech #SustainableTourism #ResponsibleTourism #AntiGreenwashing

Cloudbeds is thrilled to announce its live API integration with Weeva! The sustainability management tool for hotels, Weeva is revolutionizing the way lodging businesses measure, manage, and meet their goals of operating more sustainably 🌱 By seamlessly connecting with Cloudbeds, hoteliers can now effortlessly harness the power of both platforms to enhance guest experiences, streamline operations, and drive business growth through a sustainable framework for net positive impact 🌍 https://lnkd.in/dCmuDD55

The Travel Trade Talking Sustainability: An Editorial by Sustainable Journeys In a thought-provoking piece for TTG Media, Julie Cheetham, co-founder and managing director of Weeva, delves into the critical question facing the tourism industry today: "Should we save jobs or save the Earth?" As the summer travel season ramps up, the tension between economic benefits and environmental impact becomes increasingly palpable. The Balancing Act Tourism, a powerhouse industry generating millions of jobs worldwide, is under scrutiny for its substantial contribution to global greenhouse gas emissions—up to 11% according to the World Travel & Tourism Council. With the Glasgow Declaration for Climate Action in Tourism setting a target to halve carbon emissions by 2030, the industry must navigate the delicate balance between sustaining livelihoods and protecting the planet. A Just Transition Cheetham emphasises the importance of a just transition, advocating for collaboration with long-haul destinations to support greener practices while preserving jobs. The pandemic underscored this need as tourism-dependent communities faced severe economic hardship. The UN Tourism's Transforming Tourism for Climate Change initiative is leading efforts to promote sustainable practices and enhance resilience in the sector. Leading by Example Cheetham highlights several eco-committed properties, including Tswalu Kalahari Reserve and Grootbos Private Nature Reserve in South Africa, which serve as models of sustainability. These properties showcase practical steps that can be adopted at scale to reduce tourism's environmental footprint, such as conserving water and energy, reducing waste, and protecting natural habitats. The Role of Travel Agents Travel agents play a pivotal role in this transformation. Cheetham advises agents to prioritise accommodations with verifiable sustainability practices, book direct flights on lower-carbon airlines, and promote longer, more meaningful stays that support local communities and conservation efforts. The Path Forward The editorial concludes on a hopeful note, envisioning a future where travel continues to bring joy and economic opportunity, balanced with responsible environmental stewardship. By taking incremental yet impactful steps, the travel industry can mitigate its environmental impact while continuing to support millions of livelihoods globally. Julie Cheetham's insights remind us that sustainability in tourism is not just about grand gestures but also about everyday actions and informed choices that collectively lead to significant change. This perspective is crucial as we navigate the path to a more sustainable and equitable future for travel. Well said TTG, Julie and Weeva. Melissa Tilling, Editor