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Ant Group unveils "Fight Plastic for Nature" Action Initiative at COP28

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Friday, December 1, 2023
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In a pivotal move to address plastic pollution and promote nature conservation, the Ant Forest Foundation, established by Ant Group and its affiliates, today announced the launch of the "Fight Plastic for Nature" Action Initiative.

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  • In a pivotal move to address plastic pollution and promote nature conservation, the Ant Forest Foundation, established by Ant Group and its affiliates, today announced the launch of the "Fight Plastic for Nature" Action Initiative.
  • Additionally, the IUCN will share and promote best practices in plastic emission reduction across the plastic life cycle.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231201206207/en/
    During COP28, Ant Group unveiled Fight Plastic for Nature Action Initiative with partners at IUCN Pavilion on Dec.1, 2023 in Dubai, UAE (Photo: Business Wire)
    The initiative aims to rally global efforts in reducing plastic pollution, safeguarding the environment, and fostering sustainable practices.
  • The initial group of brand partners joining the “Fight Plastic for Nature” Action Initiative include over 30 well-known brands such as Ele.me, InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), Mengniu, RT-Mart, Starbucks and Unilever.

Beyond Green Showcases Their Brand Commitment with First Global Impact Report

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023
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NEW YORK, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Beyond Green, a global portfolio of planet Earth's most sustainable hotels, has announced the launch of its first-ever Global Impact Report underscoring the brand's commitment to sustainability and the effect of its member portfolio's worldwide ESG initiatives. The report, available online at www.staybeyondgreen.com/GIR, utilizes data resulting from a Beyond Green member sustainability survey to demonstrate the power of sustainable tourism in safeguarding the planet's natural environment, celebrating cultural heritage, and enhancing the lives of local communities – representing the future of travel.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Beyond Green , a global portfolio of planet Earth's most sustainable hotels, has announced the launch of its first-ever Global Impact Report underscoring the brand's commitment to sustainability and the effect of its member portfolio's worldwide ESG initiatives.
  • Reducing and Eliminating Single-Use Plastics: 100% of Beyond Green members have eliminated single-use plastic water bottles from their operations.
  • A total of 26 Beyond Green members completed the survey in full, and the report was written and co-developed by Beyond Green Travel, a leading sustainable tourism consultancy and sister company of Beyond Green within Preferred Travel Group.
  • For stays at any of the member hotels, travelers are invited to book via the Beyond Green brand website.

Relais & Châteaux chefs pledge to stop serving eel with immediate effect to prevent its extinction

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023
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PARIS, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The members of Relais & Châteaux's World Culinary Council has voted to immediately remove eel from their own menus and are sending a call to action to the rest of the group's 580 hotels and restaurants to do the same, after its NGO partner Ethic Ocean launched an alert that public authorities must urgently listen to scientists who recommend suspending European eel fishing.

Key Points: 
  • In this context, the 21 Relais & Châteaux chefs elected to the Association's World Culinary Council gathered in October and voted to approve an immediate ban of European eel from its menus.
  • As the world's largest network of chefs, Relais & Châteaux hopes to save this species."
  • Laurent Gardinier said: "We have an acute understanding that Relais & Châteaux, and our very art de vivre, is dependent on nature.
  • To learn more about sustainability at Relais & Châteaux, the Association's annual report with 15 objectives for 2025 and 2030 can be found here:

Relais & Châteaux chefs pledge to stop serving eel with immediate effect to prevent its extinction

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023
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PARIS, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The members of Relais & Châteaux's World Culinary Council has voted to immediately remove eel from their own menus and are sending a call to action to the rest of the group's 580 hotels and restaurants to do the same, after its NGO partner Ethic Ocean launched an alert that public authorities must urgently listen to scientists who recommend suspending European eel fishing.

Key Points: 
  • In this context, the 21 Relais & Châteaux chefs elected to the Association's World Culinary Council gathered in October and voted to approve an immediate ban of European eel from its menus.
  • As the world's largest network of chefs, Relais & Châteaux hopes to save this species."
  • Laurent Gardinier said: "We have an acute understanding that Relais & Châteaux, and our very art de vivre, is dependent on nature.
  • To learn more about sustainability at Relais & Châteaux, the Association's annual report with 15 objectives for 2025 and 2030 can be found here:

Huawei Sustainability Forum: Jeffrey Sachs Advocates Tech Solutions to Address SDG Challenges

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023
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Themed "Thriving Together with Tech: Realizing Sustainable Development," the event involved five regional sessions in China, Italy, Ghana, Pakistan, and Brazil, where best sustainability practices from Huawei and its partners were demonstrated.

Key Points: 
  • Themed "Thriving Together with Tech: Realizing Sustainable Development," the event involved five regional sessions in China, Italy, Ghana, Pakistan, and Brazil, where best sustainability practices from Huawei and its partners were demonstrated.
  • "We live in a period in which the challenges are getting greater and the need for breakthrough technologies, such as those Huawei brings us, is ever more urgent."
  • Attendees emphasized that digital technology would help improve the resilience of both nature and humanity in the face of risks and challenges and drive sustainability.
  • In Gokina, Pakistan, Huawei and its partners have brought connectivity to the local community, enabling telemedicine and distance education.

Huawei Sustainability Forum: Jeffrey Sachs Advocates Tech Solutions to Address SDG Challenges

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023
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Themed "Thriving Together with Tech: Realizing Sustainable Development," the event involved five regional sessions in China, Italy, Ghana, Pakistan, and Brazil, where best sustainability practices from Huawei and its partners were demonstrated.

Key Points: 
  • Themed "Thriving Together with Tech: Realizing Sustainable Development," the event involved five regional sessions in China, Italy, Ghana, Pakistan, and Brazil, where best sustainability practices from Huawei and its partners were demonstrated.
  • "We live in a period in which the challenges are getting greater and the need for breakthrough technologies, such as those Huawei brings us, is ever more urgent."
  • Attendees emphasized that digital technology would help improve the resilience of both nature and humanity in the face of risks and challenges and drive sustainability.
  • In Gokina, Pakistan, Huawei and its partners have brought connectivity to the local community, enabling telemedicine and distance education.

Huawei Cloud: Accelerating Intelligence in Europe, for Europe

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Thursday, November 16, 2023
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Jacqueline Shi, the President of Huawei Cloud Global Marketing and Sales Service, in her keynote speech "Accelerating Intelligence with Huawei Cloud Everything as a Service", stated that "The time is ripe to accelerate intelligent transformation.

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  • Jacqueline Shi, the President of Huawei Cloud Global Marketing and Sales Service, in her keynote speech "Accelerating Intelligence with Huawei Cloud Everything as a Service", stated that "The time is ripe to accelerate intelligent transformation.
  • We aim to spark innovation, build strong local support, and enable the local ecosystem In Europe, For Europe, creating value and sharing success together."
  • In addition, Huawei Cloud has a three-layer support system, five service teams in Europe, and 24/7 support centers worldwide.
  • In continuation of its "Everything as a Service" strategy, Huawei Cloud creates new value for industries and accelerates intelligence "In Europe, For Europe".

SeaWorld Conservation Fund Makes Million Dollar Cornerstone Investments for Greater Impact on at Risk Species: Manatees and Guadalupe Fur Seals

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Monday, November 13, 2023
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ORLANDO, Fla., Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The SeaWorld Conservation Fund today announced cornerstone investments in the preservation of manatees and Guadalupe fur seals, committing up to $1.075 million over up to four years. The initial investments encompass three organizations and will help support vital census work and tagging for imperiled Gudalupe fur seals, along with habitat restoration, rescue, rehabilitation, release, monitoring and education for manatees globally. It will also help make possible the building of the first African manatee rehabilitation center in Cameroon. The investments are part of a new investment strategy to drive greater impact among species of concern. Over the next several years, the Fund will work closely with these organizations as they make a positive impact on our planet's endangered species. In addition to support through the Fund, SeaWorld parks help manatee and Guadalupe Fur Seal conservation with rescue, rehabilitation, and return.

Key Points: 
  • In addition to support through the Fund, SeaWorld parks help manatee and Guadalupe Fur Seal conservation with rescue, rehabilitation, and return.
  • SeaWorld San Diego is one of only two facilities in the United States authorized to rehabilitate Guadalupe fur seals.
  • For rescued and rehabilitated animals that wildlife authorities determine cannot survive on their own, including manatees and Guadalupe fur seals, SeaWorld provides long term care.
  • SeaWorld San Diego is one of only a few places where the public can see Guadalupe fur seals in a zoological setting.

The OMODA & JAECOO International User Summit has successfully concluded, ushering in a new era of green and intelligent travel

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Monday, October 16, 2023
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On October 17, OMODA & JAECOO marked a significant milestone by completing a charitable agreement with the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).

Key Points: 
  • On October 17, OMODA & JAECOO marked a significant milestone by completing a charitable agreement with the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).
  • This ceremony signifies OMODA & JAECOO's dedication to shaping a green future guided by environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles.
  • Following this signing, OMODA & JAECOO organized a mass cycling event, promoting the principles of low-carbon and green travel.
  • The OMODA & JAECOO International User Summit 2023 represents a solid step toward green smart mobility, injecting new vitality and impetus into the global green travel industry.

Huawei and IUCN to Expand Global Impact of Nature Conservation in Tech4Nature Phase 2

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Friday, October 13, 2023
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GLAND, Switzerland, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Huawei and IUCN, International Union for Conservation of Nature, signed a strategic cooperation agreement to launch Phase 2 of the Tech4Nature partnership.

Key Points: 
  • GLAND, Switzerland, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Huawei and IUCN, International Union for Conservation of Nature, signed a strategic cooperation agreement to launch Phase 2 of the Tech4Nature partnership.
  • Aligned with Huawei's TECH4ALL initiative and IUCN's Green List, the launch of Tech4Nature in 2020 marked the first time that either Huawei or IUCN had established a major partnership spanning the ICT and nature conservation sectors.
  • "Technology allows us to bridge the gap between science and action," said Dr Grethel Aguilar, Acting Director General of IUCN.
  • Phase 2 will expand the global impact of the Tech4Nature partnership and scale-up the use of digital technologies to drive the effective and equitable management of protected and conserved areas.