business travel

The National Business Travel Association (NBTA), the leading business travel industry association, has released details of its efforts to reduce the environmental impact of the NBTA International Convention & Exposition, the largest

The average three-day meeting at a Marriott hotel attended by 1,000 people produces more than 12 tons of trash, uses 200,000 kilowatts of power and consumes 100,000 gallons of water. Beginning this summer, Marriott, JW Marriott and Renaissance Hotels & Resorts will introduce a series of meeting products that are eco-friendly and will help guests and meeting planners reduce their environmental impact.

While last week's record oil price appears to be steadying, the truth is this: the old days of affordable travel are dead and buried, and companies worldwide are suffering. With a high demand to collaborate and meet with colleagues, business associates and customers alike, companies are increasingly seeking alternative oil-free solutions to avoid traveling.