November 22nd, 2008
Millions of eco-conscious music lovers worldwide are expected to experience Live Earth India coming up on December 7/08.
“Live Earth India will highlight personal and policy solutions to the climate crisis, offer support for India’s important environmental issues and causes, and provide a platform for India to solidify its leadership role on climate issues,” says Live Earth India. Organizers say the event will raise money for solar energy projects.
This global “green” concert will feature collaborations of western and Indian artists, musical genres from Indian hip-hop to American rock and messages from former U.S. Vice President Al Gore and others.
Performers will include Bon Jovi, spokesperson and actor Amitabh Bachchan, Roger Waters, Will.I.Am, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Anoushka Shankar and more.
“Live Earth’s mission is to leverage the power of music and entertainment to focus the world’s attention on the most pressing environmental issues of our time and then actively affect change,” says Kevin Wall, Live Earth founder.
“The addition of these celebrated and influential artists will increase the force of our event and shine a spotlight on the challenges and opportunities surrounding climate change issues in India.”
Music fans in India can purchase tickets online at www.bookmyshow.com/liveearthindia; via phone on 39895050 and at the stores Rhythm House (South Mumbai), Hiro Music (Bandra) and Music World (Malad). Concert tickets cost Rs. 625, Rs. 1250 and Rs. 2500.
The concert will reach millions of viewers worldwide on STAR’s channels across Asia and beyond: STAR PLUS in India; STAR WORLD in South East Asia, Hong Kong and India; and CHANNEL[V] in India.
International online music fans will be able to experience Live Earth India on MSN at www.msnindia.com/liveearth.
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November 22nd, 2008
AME Info writes Dubai Marriott hotels go green
WCNC.com asks Are you surprised? Nation’s greenest hotel is in NC
Malaysia Star writes about Inspiring, earth-friendly retreats
TerraCurve.com reports Sri Lanka Tourism presents DVD on tourism and climate change
G-Online writes “Geo-experience” the new travel buzz
GreenMuze reports on Finding Green Bali
Tags: accommodation, Bali, climate change, Dubai, DVD, Eco Friendly, Geo-experience, green hotels, Green Travel, lodging, Marriott Hotels, North Carolina, retreats, Sri Lanka, sustainable, tourism, United States
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November 21st, 2008
“Responsible travel is a new way of travelling for those who’ve had enough of mass tourism. It’s about respecting and benefitting local people and the environment - but it’s about far more than that,” says responsibletravel.com.
The sustainable travel website links travellers with 270+ responsible operators and 100s of responsible places to stay - villas, lodges, B&Bs and small hotels. Holiday types include safaris, scuba diving holidays, independent travel, overland tours and more.
What are smart responsible travel planning tips? responsibletravel.com suggests:
Before you book your holiday
“Plan your route to minimise carbon emissions - travel by train and public transport where possible, and minimise internal flights. Try our lower carbon travel holidays, or there are some great ideas for train travel almost anywhere in the world on this web site: http://www.seat61.com/ .”- “Minimise flying time and stopovers - the worst carbon emissions are emitted during take off and landing. For the flights that you cannot avoid, offset the carbon emissions of your flight using our carbon calculator . That way the money is invested in carbon reducing initiatives around the world, offsetting the emissions caused by your flight.”
- “Ask to see the tour operator’s policy for responsible tourism. All responsibletravel.com members have to have one. Make sure it explains how they minimise environmental impacts and support the local economy.”
- “Ask your hotel/accommodation our 10 simple questions to see if they really are eco!”
Before you travel
“Read up on local cultures and learn a few words of the local language - travelling with respect earns you respect.”- “Remove all excess packaging - waste disposal is difficult in remote places and developing countries.”
- “Ask your tour operator for specific tips for responsible travel in your destination.”
- “Ask your tour operator/hotel if there are useful gifts that you could pack for your hosts, local people or schools.”
- “Ask your tour operator whether there are local conservation or social projects that you could visit on your trip, and if/how you could help support them.”
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November 21st, 2008
The Florida Green Lodging Program recently expanded by 6,805 “green” guest rooms and 37 properties in Florida’s lodging industry. These latest additions, designated by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), brings the program’s total to 100,000+ “green” rooms.
Launched in 2004, the Florida Green Lodging Program sets environmental guidelines for hotels and motels to conserve natural resources and prevent pollution. Hotel must implement a range of green practices - water conservation, energy efficiency, green cleaning, waste reduction - to become a designated member of the Florida Green Lodging Program.
“We are pleased to see a continued rise in the number of properties making a commitment to environmental protection,” says Deas Bohn, DEP Director of Sustainable Initiatives.
“Surpassing 100,000 guest rooms proves that the program is making an impact and we encourage more properties to follow the lead of these environmental stewards by adopting practices that make sense not just for the environment, but for the bottom line as well.”
The 37 new Florida Green Lodging members are:
Northwest District:
- Four Points by Sheraton Tallahassee North
- Governors Inn Tallahassee
Northeast District:
- Courtyard by Marriott Oceanfront, Jacksonville
- Hampton Inn and Suites, Amelia Island
- Sleep Inn Palm Coast first property designated in Palm Coast area.
- Springhill Suites by Marriott, Gainesville
Central District:
- Comfort Suites Orlando (Major Boulevard), Orlando
- Courtyard by Marriott Lake Buena Vista
- Crowne Plaza Melbourne Oceanfront, Indialantic
- Hawthorne Suites Hotel Lake Buena Vista
- Hawthorne Suites Universal, Orlando
- Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront
- Homewood Suites by Hilton, Orlando-UCF
- Homewood Suites Orlando, I-Drive
- Holiday Inn Cocoa Beach Oceanfront
- Holiday Inn Express, Lake Buena Vista
- Holiday Inn Universal
- Lake Buena Vista Resort Village and Spa
- Palisades Resort, Orlando
- Sheraton Suites Orlando Airport, Orlando
Southwest:
- Bayview Plaza Waterfront Resort, St. Pete Beach ampton Inn & Suites, Wesley Chapel
- Holiday Inn Express Bradenton
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites, Tampa
- Holiday Inn at Lido Beach, Sarasota
- Hyatt Regency Sarasota
- Palm Waterfront Resort, St. Pete Beach
- Plaza Beach Resort, St. Pete Beach
- St. Petersburg Hilton Carillon Park, St. Petersburg
- Tampa Doubletree Westshore
- Tampa Marriott Westshore
- Wingate by Wyndham, Tampa
Southeast:
- Best Western Palm Beach Lakes Inn
- Coral Springs Marriot • Crowne Plaza West Palm Beach
- Sheraton Fort Lauderdale Airport Hotel
- Sheraton Suites Plantation
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November 21st, 2008
American Chronicle lists Green Tips for Thanksgiving Travel
MarketWatch writes about GREEN CHRISTMAS: How to Have a Joyous, Eco-friendly Holiday Season
Newsday goes In search of eco-travel in San Diego
Guardian.co.uk writes about The future of ecoconscious camping
Caribbean Net News reports Puerto Rico hotels incorporate ‘green’ practices
SkiRebel Magazine writes Campaign targets ski businesses to go green
Tags: adventure, American, caribbean, Christmas, Eco Friendly, eco travel, ecoconscious camping, environmentally friendly, green hotels, holiday, outdoors, Puerto Rico, recreation, san diego, seasonal, ski, sport, sustainable, Thanksgiving, United States
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November 20th, 2008
The National Park Service (NPS) in the U.S. will launch a new green program to further its environmental stewardship and showcase sustainable energy practices.
This Energy SmartPARKS program will receive $1 million “seed money” for 2009 from the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE).
“Our national parks are a showcase of this country’s natural beauty and historical significance. With this agreement, we’re ensuring that these parks are also models of energy efficiency and clean energy technologies,” says Secretary of Energy Samuel Bodman.
“Our parks have always been an important way for Americans to learn about the environment, now they can learn about energy use as well.”
The ground-breaking program will deploy cutting-edge technology like retrofit lighting systems. Funding will also purchase electric utility vehicles; install solar panel systems; upgrade meters and thermostats; replace windows and furnaces; study wind power and conduct energy audits.
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Tags: clean energy technologies, Eco Friendly, electric utility vehicles, energy audits, energy efficiency, Energy SmartPARKS program, environment, furnaces, meters, National Park Service, retrofit lighting systems, solar panels, thermostats, United States, wind power, windows
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November 20th, 2008
Pittsburgh Post Gazette writes Touting eco-credentials is hot marketing trend for hotels
Toronto Star writes Going Green doesn’t have to put you in the red
Glasgow Evening Times writes about Cash boost for travel info bus
4Hoteliers write about China’s first carbon-neutral hotel
The Telluride Watch reports Vail Leads the Way in Sustainability
HotelClub Travel Blog lists Nine Trouble-free Ways to Travel Greener
Tags: , buses, carbon-neutral hotel, China, Eco Friendly, eco-credentials, green hotels, green transportation, Green Travel, sustainable, United States, Vail
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November 19th, 2008
Are you looking for green travel guidance? One option is the guidebook Fodor’s Green Travel: The World’s Best Eco-Lodges & Earth Friendly Hotels.
The guide features 100 clean, green accommodations that are environmentally friendly and work to support local communities. Practical information covers the greenest ways to get to your destination, social and environmental ratings for each listing, the best time to visit and room rates.
Eco-Lodges and Earth Friendly Hotels range from budget beds to luxury accommodations, solar-powered yurt camps to eco-chic city hotels. Examples are the Black Sheep Inn in Cotopaxi, Ecuador and Daintree Eco Lodge & Spa, in Queensland, Australia.
Its section Choosing Eco-Travel looks at the increasing availability of green travel experiences and ethical traveler’s issues including poverty, the politics of boycotting destinations and the environmental impact of travel.
Fodor’s Green Travel is divided into six chapters - North America & the Caribbean, Central & South America, Europe, Africa & the Middle East, Asia and Australasia. Readers will find green credentials of each hotel and lodge, first-hand accounts of green travel experiences on each continent and ethical travel dilemmas.
Buy a copy at Amazon.com.
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November 19th, 2008
Hotel Interactive writes about The Case for Going Green
Bournemouth Echo write about the Green green grass of home
Forbes reports on Inside The World’s Coolest Hotels
Charlotte Sun writes that Motel 6 joins green program
Business Daily Africa writes Serena wins awards in ecotourism
Tags: Africa, Eco Friendly, ecotourism, florida, global, Green Travel, international, Motel 6, sustainable, United Kingdom, United States
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November 18th, 2008
Let’s face it, it isn’t always possible to stay or even find a green hotel when traveling. Eco-friendly travelers can still follow their own green practices, says the Florida Department of Environmental Protection.
The department suggests these “green” guest practices:
- “Keep your showers short, and turn off the water while you’re brushing your teeth.”
- “When you leave the room, turn off the air conditioning, heat, television, lights or any other electric devices.”
- “Reuse your sheets and towels instead of having them changed every day. Many hotels will not replace your towels if you leave them hanging up neatly; if you’re not sure, write a note for the housekeeping staff or notify the front desk.”
- “Bring your own toiletries and drinking cup rather than using the prepackaged ones provided. If you do use the hotel’s toiletries, take them with you and use them at home or during the rest of your trip.”
- “Know your hotel’s recycling program and sort your trash accordingly. If your hotel doesn’t recycle, consider taking your empty bottles or other items home with you to recycle them there.”
- “Give your hotel feedback. Express your appreciation for any eco-friendly programs it currently offers — or if it doesn’t, encourage the management to go green in the future.”
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