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Sun Siyam Iru Fushi, a 5-star beach resort in the Maldives, announces its unwavering commitment to sustainability by becoming a signatory of the Glasgow Declaration on Climate Action in Tourism. This significant step aligns Sun Siyam Iru Fushi with global efforts to reduce carbon emissions and foster sustainable tourism practices, reinforcing the resort’s dedication to responsible and eco-friendly operations.
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The Glasgow Declaration on Climate Action in Tourism unites the travel and tourism sector behind a standard set of pathways to accelerate climate action. By joining this initiative, Sun Siyam Iru Fushi commits to reduce its carbon emissions by at least 50 per cent over the next decade and achieve Net Zero emissions as soon as possible, and certainly before 2050.
This commitment is part of the resort’s broader sustainability strategy under the resort-wide Sun Siyam Cares programme. This programme prioritises environmental stewardship, community support, and the preservation of the Maldives’ natural beauty and will guide the resort’s efforts to meet climate action targets.
As a signatory of the Glasgow Declaration on Climate Action in Tourism, Sun Siyam Iru Fushi commits to aligning its actions with the latest scientific recommendations to ensure a global temperature rise of no more than 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels by 2100. This includes delivering or updating climate action plans within 12 months, aligning plans with the declaration’s five pathways, reporting publicly annually, and working collaboratively to share good practices and solutions.
Key commitments by Sun Siyam Iru Fushi:
Support Global Climate Goals: Cut emissions in half by 2030 and achieve Net Zero before 2050, in line with global climate targets.
Develop Climate Action Plans: Deliver or update climate action plans within 12 months, aligning with the declaration’s five pathways: Measure, Decarbonise, Regenerate, Collaborate, and Finance.
Annual Reporting: Annually report progress against interim and long-term targets publicly, ensuring transparency
and accountability.
Collaborative Spirit: Share best practices, solutions, and insights with industry peers, fostering a collaborative approach to achieving global sustainability goals.
The Glasgow Declaration on Climate Action in Tourism combines the latest research and global expertise to galvanise climate action. Hosted within the One Planet Sustainable Tourism Programme’s website, it is supported by Recommended Actions for tourism stakeholders worldwide to consider as part of their action planning. The declaration emphasises that a just transition to Net Zero before 2050 will only be possible if tourism’s recovery accelerates the adoption of sustainable consumption and production, redefining future success to consider the regeneration of ecosystems, biodiversity, and communities.
