Sustainability is receiving more attention and importance in the travel industry, and it will be a key factor in business travel decisions and behaviors in 2024 and beyond. According to a survey by Booking.com, 81% of global travelers think sustainable travel is important, and 70% of them are more likely to book an accommodation if they know it is eco-friendly5.
Some of the ways you can be sustainable and responsible while traveling for business are:
- Choose eco-friendly modes of transportation, such as trains, buses, or bikes, instead of planes or cars, whenever possible
- Offset your carbon emissions by supporting projects that reduce greenhouse gases, such as renewable energy, reforestation, or conservation
- Stay at green hotels that have environmental certifications, policies, and practices, such as energy efficiency, water conservation, waste management, and social responsibility
- Consume local and organic food and drinks, and avoid plastic and disposable items, such as bottles, bags, and straws
- Respect the culture and customs of the destination, and support the local community and economy, such as by buying local products, hiring local guides, and donating to local causes
Hilton is committed to sustainability and responsibility, and has set ambitious goals to reduce its environmental footprint and social impact by 2030. Some of its initiatives include:
- Travel with Purpose, which is Hilton’s corporate responsibility strategy to drive positive social and environmental change across its operations, supply chain, and communities
- LightStay, which is Hilton’s award-winning performance measurement system that tracks and manages the environmental and social impact of each of its hotels
- Hilton CleanStay, which is Hilton’s industry-leading program that delivers an elevated standard of cleanliness and disinfection to ensure guest and team member safety and well-being
Prepare for your meeting or event
The last step in planning a successful business trip is to prepare for your meeting or event. This is the most important part of your trip, as it will determine the outcome and impact of your business travel.
