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post-cop27 debrief
Key Takeaways from COP27: Regenerative Tourism and The Path To Net-Zero
December 1, 2022 | 10:00 AM EST - 11:00 AM EST
- 2022-12-01
- 10:00 PDT
- 11:00 EDT
Featured Speakers
Robert Langkjær-Bain
joint editor at 5 media
Robert is a the joint editor of 5 Media, an impact media foundation co-creating a sustainable future. Based in Copenhagen, he works with the team to produce a constant stream of fresh, exciting content for 5. He previously worked as a writer and editor for various UK publications, and spent several years as a freelancer. He loves trying to understand opposing viewpoints to spot what people can learn from each other.
Jeremy Smith
co-founder of tourism declares
In 2020, Jeremy co-founded Tourism Declares a Climate Emergency, a grassroots initiative calling on tourism destinations and businesses to work together on equitable science-based climate action. In 2021, he was the co-author of the UNWTO-led Glasgow Declaration for Climate Action in Tourism, which built on Tourism Declares’ framework, and launched at COP26 in Glasgow. It is the largest ever coalition in tourism to work on climate action.
Dr. Susanne Etti
Global Environmental Impact Manager at Intrepid Travel
Holding a PHD in natural science specializing in climate change and vector borne diseases, Susanne’s work at Intrepid Travel centers around global decarbonization specifically around climate change performance, biodiversity, carbon reporting, and transitioning the business to the low-carbon economy. Intrepid, who are globally recognized as leaders in responsible travel, have been carbon neutral since 2010 and in 2018 became the largest B Corp in the tourism sector.
Sherif El Ghamrawy
founder at basata eco-lodge
Sherif’s passion for the environment and conserving Egypt’s natural resources led him to create Basata Ecolodge and Hemaya. Most recently he is the CEO of the Sustainable Tourism Organization of Egypt. He has also worked tirelessly to prevent the construction of a power plant in Nuweiba, which could destroy the natural beauty of the region. Sherif has received numerous awards for promoting ecotourism and waste management programs, including the World Travel Market Award for best project in the marine environment.
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Upcoming Sessions
september 2022
11:00 – 11:45AM EDT
white paper 2022
Climate Action through Regeneration: Unlocking the Power of Communities and Nature through Tourism
An exploration of how regenerative hotels keep a sustainable, low-impact back of house or supply chain.
- O’Shannon Burns, Ecosystems Steward at Regenerative Travel (Moderator)
- Jeffery Smith, Vice President of Sustainability at Six Senses
- Dana Krauskopf, Owner at Hamanasi Resort
- Portia Hart, Standard Bearer at Regenerative Travel and Founder of Blue Apple Beach
october 2022
12:00 – 12:45PM EDT
best practices
Going Zero Waste and Reducing Water Consumption For Hotels
A discussion on how hotels can assess impact and what metrics should be considered for true regenerative impact.
- Portia Hart, Standard Bearer at Regenerative Travel and Founder of Blue Apple Beach (Moderator)
- Renee Kimball, Owner of Tranquilo Bay
- Jenny Teasdale, Director of Operations at Green Apple
A discussion on how hotels can assess impact and what metrics should be considered for true regenerative impact.
- Portia Hart, Standard Bearer at Regenerative Travel and Founder of Blue Apple Beach (Moderator)
- Renee Kimball, Owner of Tranquilo Bay
- Jenny Teasdale, Director of Operations at Green Apple
december 2022
1:00 – 1:45PM EDT
cop27
Key Takeaways from COP27: Regenerative Tourism and The Path To Net-Zero
Exploring regenerative revenue models for a sustained future. In this session we explore how we can effectively assert value that supports all stakeholders to consumers.
- Mary Holland, Journalist (Moderator)
- Beks Ndlovu, Founder of African Bush Camps
- Brooke Garnett, Founder of MAYAMAYA
- Byron Thomas, Managing Director of Niarra Travel
Exploring regenerative revenue models for a sustained future. In this session we explore how we can effectively assert value that supports all stakeholders to consumers.
- Mary Holland, Journalist (Moderator)
- Beks Ndlovu, Founder of African Bush Camps
- Brooke Garnett, Founder of MAYAMAYA
- Byron Thomas, Managing Director of Niarra Travel
january 2023
2:00 – 2:45PM EDT
Best Practices
Regenerative Resource Management: Single Use Plastics, Water & Waste
A discussion on ways of incorporating regenerative travel values and experiences into guest itineraries to shift the paradigm towards travel with transformative and positive impact.
- Jen Murphy, Travel Journalist (Moderator)
- Gregory Sacks, Co-Founder Trufflepig Travel
- Martin Frankenberg, President Brazil Luxury Travel Association
- Cheraé Robinson, Founder & CEO of Tastemakers Africa
- Brett Melzer, Co-Founder & Owner Gangtey Lodge
A discussion on ways of incorporating regenerative travel values and experiences into guest itineraries to shift the paradigm towards travel with transformative and positive impact.
- Jen Murphy, Travel Journalist (Moderator)
- Gregory Sacks, Co-Founder Trufflepig Travel
- Martin Frankenberg, President Brazil Luxury Travel Association
- Cheraé Robinson, Founder & CEO of Tastemakers Africa
- Brett Melzer, Co-Founder & Owner Gangtey Lodge
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