Initiative eco-responsable et RSE

🚀 Zephalto, a French company specializing in public space travel, conducted its first manned test flight with two pilots at an altitude of 6,000 meters for 5 hours after taking off from Albi aerodrome. The public and industrial voyages are scheduled for 2025. Zephalto plans to offer ultra-luxury, eco-friendly space cruises to 25km altitude using a stratospheric balloon, with a 6-hour trip and optional star-rated onboard dining. The flights aim for scientific missions and boast a low carbon footprint of 26.6kg CO2 per person. The starting price is set at €120,000, increasing by €20,000 from February.

🏠 Gîtes de France® Initiatives, a fund established in 2020, has selected two winners for its 2024 project call focusing on social/health and heritage preservation. In 2023, they supported a house for oncology patients in Côtes-d'Armor and a "cazelle" restoration in Campestre-et-Luc. For 2024, chosen projects include a traveling circus tent for disabled youth (ZimZam - Paca region) and interpretation panels following the renovation of communal washhouses (Sault - 84). The fund commits to covering 50% of each project's cost, up to €2,500.

🏡 Le Collectionist, globally recognized by Condé Nast Traveler, proudly announces its B Corp certification, showcasing its commitment to redefining luxury travel with increased awareness and responsibility. B Corp certification positions Le Collectionist within an international community dedicated to social and environmental engagement, transparency, and accountability. This step represents Le Collectionist's dedication to positive impact for stakeholders like employees, clients, the community, and the environment, embodying core values of Leadership, Trust, and Commitment. B Corp champions inclusive, equitable, regenerative economy through high social and environmental performance standards.

🎯 Ratan Tata, former chairman of Tata Group, is praised for his commitment to excellence, integrity, innovation, and philanthropy by Natarajan Chandrasekaran, current chairman of Tata Sons and Tata Group. Tata's initiatives in education and healthcare have impacted millions and are expected to benefit future generations. His humble approach in individual interactions further solidified his legacy, which continues to inspire the Tata family.

🌿 Relais & Châteaux, in its 8th collaboration with Slow Food under Food For Change, urges its 580 establishments to join “Plantons l’Avenir” for a plant-rich diet. The network boasts 376 Michelin stars, including 40 green stars. Vice-president Mauro Colagreco highlights the chefs' role in showcasing sustainable, flavorful cuisine while addressing climate urgency. This shift aims at reducing ecological footprints, noting that 100g of beef protein emits 35.5kg of greenhouse gases.

🏡 Marriott International collaborates with FibraHotel, Fibra Danhos, and Beyond Ventures to establish Ritz-Carlton in Cancun, Punta Nizuc, offering 131 rooms plus 126 luxury apartments, all in a LEED-certified building. Brian King, Marriott’s President for the Caribbean and Latin America, emphasizes the response to growing luxury travel and branded residences demand. Esteemed architects Lissoni & Partners and Cherem Arquitectos spearhead the project design.

🌊 Annually, 300,000 tons of plastic are dumped into the Mediterranean, threatening marine ecosystems. BeMed is calling for micro-initiatives to combat this issue, offering up to €10,000 in financial support. The 9th call targets NGOs, scientific institutions, small and medium enterprises, municipalities and territorial communities to reduce plastic in the sea. Over 10 years, BeMed has invested over €3 million, supporting over 100 projects that improve waste management and promote new regulations.

🏨 Miiro revolutionizes hospitality with individually designed establishments in Europe's liveliest neighborhoods, introducing "LEVEL OF SERVICE" to adapt to modern consumers. Customers pay for what they consume, choosing the service level that suits their stay: Essential from €371/night excluding minibar and daily cleaning (every 2 days) at Grand Hôtel Cayré; Premium from €422/night with daily-selected minibar items and cleaning at Grand Hôtel Cayré; Full Works adds nightly bed preparation to Premium services.

🏠 Maison Ruinart in Reims unveiled the transformation of its emblematic address, 4 RUE DES CRAYÈRES. The metamorphosis was designed by architect Sou Fujimoto, interior designer Gwenaël Nicolas, and landscape architect Christophe Gautrand, honoring founder Nicolas Ruinart's vision nearly 300 years ago. The site now features a contemporary stone and glass pavilion, a biodiversity-promoting sculpture garden, and offers experiences like tasting salons, cellar tours, an exclusive boutique, and the new Bar by Ruinart. Open 7 days a week, it acts as a hub for artisans, artists, chefs, and visitors.

🏕 Cimalpes, real estate player in mountain regions, launches the Mountain Care Project to support environmental protection and social diversity. Funded through a tripartite mechanism, Cimalpes contributes €50 per sale, €1 per rental, and encourages voluntary owner contributions of €5-€50 per rental. Partners add an ecobonus per contract terms, fostering a united enterprise ecosystem for future mountain sustainability.