How climate change is changing travel
A new research report on consumer travel trends offers lessons for business event organizers. Author: Barbara Palmer “Sustainable travel options will also continue to rise in importance and influence,” says World Travel Market’s WTM Global Travel Report. World Travel Market's WTM Global Travel Report is based on data from more than 185 countries and focuses on leisure travelers rather than business travelers. but as convene Digital Editor Curt Wagner at conveneAnnual industry forecast trend report, event participants are consumers first. Tracking overall travel trends can provide event organizers with insights into changing consumer preferences and how attendee behavior may change in the future. convene The 80-page report looked at trends related to sustainability and climate issues. You can download the full World Travel Market Report here. Extreme weather changes Last year, nearly 30% of travelers postponed travel to major global travel market destinations due to severe or extreme weather, including wildfires, heat or flooding, the report said. The trend is…
Explore climate change and events with Helen Shepherd,
Chicago—Helen Sheppard, Director of Global Sustainability at RX, speaks trade show director An overview of how climate change is impacting exhibitions and how event professionals can successfully navigate this moment. ANDREW: How do you predict the impact of climate change on the events industry? Helen: We may already be seeing the effects of climate change on our activities. Extreme weather events do not necessarily occur more frequently in different parts of the world, but they are more severe. Scorching weather in India disrupted events and there were flooding in Dubai...unusual for the region. In the United States, tropical storms in Florida are causing damage. We must anticipate that these extreme weather conditions may cause disruption to our activities. I also think that the industries we serve are experiencing the negative impacts of climate change – that’s where the events industry can provide support, because we have the opportunity to help our clients address these challenges… (and) be a knowledge partner…
Explore climate change and events with Alexandra Failla
trade show director Chatted with Alexandra Failla, Corporate Sustainability Manager at Diversified Communications, to find out how climate change is impacting the events industry and provide advice for event attendees. ANDREW: How do you predict the impact of climate change on the events industry? Alexandra: Event organizers need to adapt to the impact of climate change on the events industry and the industries we serve. For example, an increase in severe weather events may cause disruption to event schedules, leading to event cancellations or restricted access to event venues in more vulnerable areas. Attendees expect and expect that organizers will adopt environmentally sustainable practices, and this need will only increase as environmental concerns increase. As concerns grow about dependence on fossil fuels, demand for energy-efficient travel options and alternatives will grow. Andrew: Based on your answer to the first question, how can organizers get ahead of or address the potential issues of climate change? Alexandra: Event organizers can address the…
TSE Trends Report: Climate Change and Events
CHICAGO — Sixty-five percent of respondents to a survey by the International SOS Foundation said their organizations have been impacted by extreme weather in the past five years. As the impact and importance of climate change increase, trade show director (TSE) spoke to two sustainability thought leaders – Helen Sheppard, Global Sustainability Director at RX, and Alexandra Failla, Corporate Sustainability Manager at Diversified Communications – to discuss how global warming is challenging the events industry, and how professionals can succeed. How will climate change affect events? Activity interruption Helen Sheppard, RX Global Sustainability Director "Extreme weather events are not necessarily happening more frequently, but they are more intense," Shepard said. "The intense heat in India has disrupted activities and we've had flooding in Dubai... which is unusual for that part of the world. . Across the U.S., tropical storms are causing damage in Florida." Failla shared a similar sentiment. "An increase in severe weather events may cause disruption to event…
Panama Canal faces key decisions amid climate impacts
The lush landscape of El Zaino y La Arenosa in western Panama, home to farming and fishing communities, may soon be flooded by a man-made reservoir designed to keep the Panama Canal safe The future under worsening drought conditions. The proposed $1.6 billion Indio Dam project, led by the Panama Canal Authority, aims to ensure a sustainable water supply from the canal locks, but not without significant trade-offs, including the displacement of thousands of residents and environmental concerns. Also read: Panama Canal makes $3.45 billion profit despite drought reducing shipping Communities in transition Tres Hermanas is a small town with farms, schools, churches and clinics, and dozens of communities will be relocated if the project goes ahead. Residents are divided: some demand fair compensation, others are determined to stay. As seen in previous projects, community opposition poses a potential risk to the approval of the dam. "We were born and raised here. If we leave, it will not be because…
Malaysia: Public consultation on proposed climate changes
in short Malaysia is expected to establish a comprehensive framework to regulate, implement and enforce actions/initiatives aimed at steering a low-carbon economy. The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) is leading the development of the proposals for the Climate Change Bill and is publishing a consultation document to solicit views and feedback. The introduction of the Climate Change Bill is the result of Malaysia's determination to fulfill its commitments under the Paris Agreement and to reduce Malaysia's greenhouse gas emissions. Malaysia currently has no specific legislation addressing climate change. NRES is mandated to spearhead the enactment of legislation that aims to address all issues related to climate change and strengthen Malaysia’s climate change governance at the international and domestic levels. As part of the process of developing and drafting the Climate Change Bill, NRES is seeking public input and feedback to ensure the legislation comprehensively addresses relevant issues and is proportionate to the outcomes and outcomes. You can…
New climate risk score equips climate supply chains
Everstream Analytics, a leader in supply chain insights and risk analytics, launches the Climate Risk Score, a groundbreaking tool that quantifies the impact of climate on supply chains through 2100. This feature uses automated climate risk predictions and leverages applied meteorology and data from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) to provide actionable insights into the potential vulnerability of supplier sites and facilities. Also read: Maritime shipping reduces sulfur content, but with it comes climate concerns Climate risk scores enable businesses to assess the projected impacts of climate indicators such as tropical cyclones, riverine flooding, sea level rise, extreme heat, fire weather, cold snaps, droughts and precipitation. Integrated into Everstream's Explore platform, the tool helps customers plan for business continuity by providing future risk projections for key time intervals (2040, 2050 and 2100) under multiple climate scenarios. Everstream Chief Meteorologist Jon Davis emphasized the importance of the new tool, saying: “With the Climate Risk Score, we provide businesses with…
Transforming vehicle comfort: AI-powered climate control
Adaptive temperature regulation: The AI-powered system uses sensors to monitor outside temperature, sunlight intensity and passenger numbers. Based on this data, the system automatically adjusts air conditioning settings for optimal comfort. Learn user preferences: Over time, these systems learn driver and passenger preferences. If the driver consistently sets the temperature at a certain level, the AI will remember and automatically adjust the setting on future trips. energy efficiency: By optimizing the use of air conditioning, artificial intelligence helps reduce energy consumption and extend driving range, especially in electric vehicles. Predictive maintenance: Artificial intelligence can predict potential failures in air conditioning systems and alert drivers before failures occur, enabling proactive maintenance and reducing unexpected failures. Integrate with smart devices: Many AI-powered climate control systems integrate with smartphone apps, allowing drivers to control the air conditioner remotely. Cool your car from the moment you step inside, before you enjoy a comfortable ride. Improve air quality: The advanced artificial intelligence system monitors and…
3 ways smart IoT technology can help tackle climate change
Supply chains have undergone rapid changes, with climate change emerging as one of the most critical disruptors. As extreme weather events continue to increase in frequency and intensity, they pose an unprecedented threat to global supply chains. Also Read: IoT in Warehouse Management Market: Revolutionizing Logistics with Connected Devices According to the World Meteorological Organization, weather-related disasters have increased fivefold over the past 50 years, resulting in more than $3.64 trillion in global economic losses. These disruptions are forcing businesses to rethink their risk management strategies and adopt more advanced, resilient approaches that go beyond traditional methods. Climate risk challenges in the supply chain Climate change affects supply chains in a variety of ways, including extreme weather, rising temperatures and shifting precipitation patterns that can disrupt manufacturing processes, delay shipments and complicate logistics. A stark example is the 2021 Texas winter storm, which caused widespread supply chain disruptions. Manufacturing and energy production came to a standstill, leading to ripple effects…
The first Convene 4 Climate Summit aims to promote
PCMA’s new conference will bring together invited participants from across the business events industry spectrum, climate technology experts, and professionals from related industries to work together to create a sustainable future. By Curt Wagner NTT Data's AI Center of Excellence European headquarters, Europe's most sustainable office, will host community and technology discovery events for Convene 4 Climate participants. (Photo courtesy of NTT Data) PCMA will launch a sustainability platform for the global business events industry at its inaugural Convene 4 Climate conference in Barcelona, Spain, October 2-3. Organized by PCMA and the Strategic Alliance of National Convention Bureaux Europe (SANCBE) and other partners, the conference aims to provide innovative solutions to the key challenges posed by climate change. Felix Rundel will host the event. Jaimé Bennett, PCMA’s managing director for Europe, the Middle East and Africa, and his team have been organizing the event to create a more unified approach to sustainability. “There’s a lot of great work being done,”…
Climate protests prevent cruise ship from docking in Amsterdam
In recent weeks, some cruise lines have canceled calls to Amsterdam in the Netherlands, and the Amsterdam canals have been closed to cruise ship passengers due to protests at the port. Disney Cruise Line Notify of planned ride Disney Dream The ship will not stop at Amsterdam on September 6, but will arrive at the port of Zeebrugge in Bruges, Belgium the next day, where it was originally scheduled to arrive.September 7th. Environmental organizations Extinction Rebellion There have been protests against pollution caused by cruise ships, including blocking the ships from entering Amsterdam. Disney Cruise Line Disney Dream passenger. "We have therefore decided to change your sailing and stay one more day in Zeebrugge." Passengers affected by flight delays will receive a $250 in-flight credit. On August 9, protesters locked themselves in the port city IjmuidenControl of access to the North Sea Canal to Amsterdam. Royal Caribbean Pearl of the Sea Passengers on the ship were trapped in the canal…
Jointly addressing the challenges of the climate crisis
We can’t escape the reality of climate change – but we can choose to forge a new path forward. By Sherrif Karamat The number of business events impacted by extreme weather, such as wildfires, heat waves or flooding, is increasing rapidly, as are the costs to event organizers and the losses to communities. Sharif Karamat, CAE,President and CEO, PCMA and CEMA First, the bad news: 2023 was the hottest year on record, and as I write this, just past the midpoint of 2024, some scientists predict that this year will be even hotter. As temperatures continue to break records, the number of extreme weather events around the world is climbing. In late April and May, record rainfall and flooding in southern Brazil, which scientists at the World Weather Attribution Organization have linked to climate change, caused a dam to collapse and displaced thousands of people. In June, extreme heat killed more than 1,300 people traveling to Saudi Arabia for the…
Oakland receives $3 million in climate adaptation grant
The Port of Oakland, in partnership with the City of Oakland, has been awarded a $3 million grant from the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) for Sustainable Transportation Planning and Climate Adaptation. The grant is designed to address potential flooding issues caused by sea level rise (SLR) and groundwater intrusion (GWI). Director of Environmental Programs and Planning Colleen Liang emphasized the importance of the funding: “Sea level rise and groundwater intrusion pose an existential threat to the Port and the City. We are grateful to Caltrans for this award. We will use this funding to support adaptation strategies for vulnerable populations at the Port and in the City of Oakland.” The plan, titled "Sea Level Rise and Oakland's Infrastructure and Frontline Communities: Climate Adaptation Planning for Community-Led Resilience Projects," includes conducting an asset inventory and vulnerability assessment. The project will focus on the expected impacts of sea level rise and sea level rise on the port and nearby Oakland communities.…
COP29: Huge opportunity for U.S. small businesses in the climate change space
David De Falco is ITA's Deputy Assistant Secretary for European and Eurasian Affairs. Natig Bakhishov is the Executive Director of the American-Azerbaijan Chamber of Commerce. In November, nearly 200 countries will gather in Baku, Azerbaijan, for the 29th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29), bringing together global political and business leaders to forge agreements and advance cooperation to address the climate crisis, the greatest existential threat of the 21st century. Every year, American businesses of all sizes and industries attend the Climate Conference to showcase the latest innovations in clean energy and technology from the U.S. Foreign buyers and investors are particularly looking to U.S. companies for products and services that can help their communities meet the challenges of climate change, from extreme weather resilience to sustainable development and clean energy transitions. If you are a U.S. small or medium-sized enterprise (SME), don’t miss this great opportunity to attend COP29 in person to showcase your tools and services and expand…
Dual vs. Single Zone Vehicle Climate Control
What are the Drawbacks to Dual-Zone Climate Control Systems? One of the biggest drawbacks to a dual-zone system is cost. Generally speaking, dual-zone systems are more expensive than single-zone systems. If you’re purchasing a new car, the cost difference may not be significant, but if you’re purchasing a used car, the price difference between single-zone and dual-zone systems can be substantial. So, if cost is a major factor in your decision, it’s worth considering whether the added cost of a dual-zone system is worth it to you. Another potential downside to dual-zone systems is complexity. Dual-zone systems are more complex than single-zone systems, which means they can be more difficult and expensive to repair if something goes wrong. The additional components and sensors required for dual-zone systems can also add weight to the car, which can impact fuel efficiency. So, if you’re someone who prioritizes simplicity and ease of maintenance, a single-zone system may be a better option for you.…
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