More travel and tourism firms focus on green outcomes

Health & Leisure
Sunday, 19 May 2024

Travel and tourism industry companies increasingly are prioritising sustainable practices, energy efficiency, waste reduction and conservation efforts in their hiring strategies and airlines and airports are posting more environmental, social and governance (ESG)-related jobs for initiatives around business operations, according to the the Job Analytics Database of GlobalData.


Sherla Sriprada, business fundamentals analyst GlobalData said: “ESG-related hiring is likely to increase as companies build internal resources to manage compliance with new reporting standards, decarbonise their operations and supply chains, and develop low-carbon products and services.”

Some of the ESG-related job postings by major companies include:

Ryanair Holdings' 'Sustainability Manager' role monitors and reports fuel usage and CO2 emissions for compliance reporting such as the EU Emissions Trading System (the EU ETS tax), UK Emissions Trading Scheme (UK ETS tax), or Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA) and identifies the best strategies to reduce carbon intensity and optimise fuel costs.

United Airlines' Director - Environmental Sustainability role will implement environmental sustainability strategies as part of its overall global dedication to zero out greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2050 without relying on voluntary carbon offsets.

The Sustainability Manager – Carbon role by London Gatwick Airport will lead the approach to reduce aircraft and surface access emissions with appropriate industry bodies and schemes, such as Sustainable Aviation, Jet Zero, and the Department for Transport (DfT) to achieve Net Zero aviation (including hydrogen, electric planes, SAF etc).

“These roles not only reflect a commitment to environmental and social responsibility but also represent strategic investments in long-term sustainability,“ said Sriprada. 

"As the industry navigates the complexities of decarbonisation and environmental stewardship, the expertise and leadership provided by these roles will be essential in driving meaningful change and fostering a more sustainable future for travel.”

More travel and tourism firms focus on green outcomes

Health & Leisure
Sunday, 19 May 2024

Travel and tourism industry companies increasingly are prioritising sustainable practices, energy efficiency, waste reduction and conservation efforts in their hiring strategies and airlines and airports are posting more environmental, social and governance (ESG)-related jobs for initiatives around business operations, according to the the Job Analytics Database of GlobalData.


Sherla Sriprada, business fundamentals analyst GlobalData said: “ESG-related hiring is likely to increase as companies build internal resources to manage compliance with new reporting standards, decarbonise their operations and supply chains, and develop low-carbon products and services.”

Some of the ESG-related job postings by major companies include:

Ryanair Holdings' 'Sustainability Manager' role monitors and reports fuel usage and CO2 emissions for compliance reporting such as the EU Emissions Trading System (the EU ETS tax), UK Emissions Trading Scheme (UK ETS tax), or Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA) and identifies the best strategies to reduce carbon intensity and optimise fuel costs.

United Airlines' Director - Environmental Sustainability role will implement environmental sustainability strategies as part of its overall global dedication to zero out greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2050 without relying on voluntary carbon offsets.

The Sustainability Manager – Carbon role by London Gatwick Airport will lead the approach to reduce aircraft and surface access emissions with appropriate industry bodies and schemes, such as Sustainable Aviation, Jet Zero, and the Department for Transport (DfT) to achieve Net Zero aviation (including hydrogen, electric planes, SAF etc).

“These roles not only reflect a commitment to environmental and social responsibility but also represent strategic investments in long-term sustainability,“ said Sriprada. 

"As the industry navigates the complexities of decarbonisation and environmental stewardship, the expertise and leadership provided by these roles will be essential in driving meaningful change and fostering a more sustainable future for travel.”