Did you know that 88% of the global business travel sector views addressing climate change as the number one priority area for action? And that 78% of travel managers worldwide expect their corporate travellers to embark on more business trips in 2023 compared to 2022? Analysing these statistics, and considering that aviation accounts for around 2.5% of global CO2 emissions, a disconnect is evident between most companies’ values and their actions. The reality is that corporate travel is a key aspect of any thriving business. In 2023, are business owners forced to choose between growth and ‘green’? Is it necessary for businesses to put an end to corporate travel to ensure consistency regarding their ‘green’ motives? Definitely not, according to Bonnie Smith, GM Corporate Traveller. Tackling the effects of climate change is still possible without eliminating such a critical component of business development. “Offsetting your travellers’ carbon footprint, implementing a no-print travel policy, and activating alerts on various booking platforms to receive notifications regarding the most sustainable routes, are just a few ways to maximise corporate travel sustainability,” Smith explains. If you’re interested in taking your corporate ‘green’ efforts to new heights, it’s also time to encourage travellers to embrace an all-new trend in sustainable travel: luggage-free trips. Here’s how – and why – it’s done. What is the Luggage-Free Travel Movement? Travelling light is infinitely more convenient for business and leisure travellers. There’s no need to wait at baggage claim, there’s nothing heavy slowing you down, and it’s easier…
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