Hospitality Leaders Convene in Abu Dhabi to Address Sustainability and Emissions Reductions

Hospitality industry leaders meet in Abu Dhabi to discuss reducing carbon footprint and other ESG measures.
The sector contributes up to 11% of global emissions, expected to double by 2050, driving sustainability efforts.
Operators like IHG, Miral, and Millennium implementing initiatives around energy, waste, community engagement.
Shift from sustainability as "nice-to-have" to fundamental business requirement to stay competitive.
Lack of standardization and traditional ways of doing things pose challenges to ESG strategies.

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