Increasingly, the world's ecological wonderlands are being threatened by environmental degradation — everything from global warming to deforestation to simple human neglect.
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By combining luxury and sustainable development with stunning locations, UK-based Natural Retreats puts a new spin on the eco-holiday.
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From priority parking for hybrids to LEED certification for buildings, the Element hotel chain makes it easy for guests to practice environmental responsibility away from home.
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The first ever winners for most sustainable hotels are awarded the Enjoy England Awards for Excellence.
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The commercial air travel industry is using new flight methods and updated air traffic control systems to reduce fuel use and emissions. Alternative fuels will be the next big step.
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Airlines based in the U.S. must pay for their carbon dioxide emissions or face curb on flights to EU, transport commissioner warns.
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The Suntory Mermaid will go from Hawaii to Japan in two or three months using nothing but the power of the waves to propel it.
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Airplane travel is more harmful than anyone previously estimated, by 20%.
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Cute Scooter was inspired by ugly Chinese pollution.
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Damage from the recent tropical cyclone that hit Myanmar may have been amplified by recent losses of coastal mangrove vegetation.
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The "gas tax holiday" backed by Hillary Clinton and John McCain misses the mark in a time when true sustainability means opting for non-automotive travel.
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Some scientists believe that one day Americans may commute Jetsons-like via small personal aircrafts -- a greener alternative to car travel.
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The hospitality industry has launched a carbon credit program that rewards businesses for reducing their carbon emissions.
