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Yahoo
03-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
15 Years of Caring: Blue Diamond Resorts Turns Milestone Into Movement
Blue Diamond Resorts: 15 Years of Caring, 15 Acts of Change ST. MICHAEL, Barbados, June 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As Blue Diamond Resorts enters a milestone year, the company is proud to unveil its '15 Years of Caring, 15 Acts of Change' initiative, a program that reinforces its ongoing commitment to social responsibility and sustainability across the Caribbean. Marking its 15th anniversary under the motto Fifteen & Forward, this yearlong celebration is not only a reflection of the company's journey but also a renewed pledge to create meaningful change in the destinations it calls home. Blue Diamond Resorts has long recognized that the success of its operations is deeply connected to the wellbeing of its surrounding communities and environments. The '15 Years of Caring, 15 Acts of Change' campaign brings this philosophy to life through a series of purposeful monthly actions, each aligned with global awareness days and designed to generate lasting impact. The campaign began earlier this year with a wetlands clean-up and restoration initiative in recognition of World Wetlands Day, followed by a series of immersive Earth Hour activities including beach cleanups, coastal dune reforestation, recycling contests, and the coordinated shutdown of non-essential lights across the resorts to raise awareness about climate change and energy conservation. In April, tree-planting programs marked Earth Day across multiple destinations, and most recently, guests and staff participated in a friendly resort-wide recycling challenge in celebration of World Recycling Day. These early efforts have laid a strong foundation for the meaningful work still to come. In the months ahead, Blue Diamond Resorts will continue to activate properties across its brands—including Royalton Luxury Resorts, Royalton CHIC Resorts, Hideaway at Royalton Resorts, Planet Hollywood Beach Resorts, and Mystique by Royalton— with upcoming initiatives like a Sustainability Rally featuring themed educational stations to celebrate World Environment Day. This summer, the company will also welcome 40 children with medical conditions to Planet Hollywood Cancun, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort, in collaboration with a charitable foundation, offering them a joyful week filled with memorable experiences and entertainment. Other upcoming initiatives include a plastic-free habits challenge in July, cultural fairs honoring Indigenous heritage in August, and community-driven actions such as food bank support, school adoption programs, and animal shelter donation drives. The year will culminate in December with a Volunteer Day focused on environmental and social improvements carried out in collaboration with local communities. These activities build upon a broader framework of sustainability practices that Blue Diamond Resorts continues to strengthen year after year. The company's resorts have been awarded global certifications that recognize their efforts in areas such as energy efficiency, water conservation, waste reduction, and responsible sourcing as integral pillars of its operations. As it looks ahead, Blue Diamond Resorts remains dedicated to expanding its impact with purpose. The 15th anniversary is not just a celebration of what has been achieved—it is a reaffirmation of the company's forward-thinking values and its role in shaping a more sustainable and inclusive future for hospitality. For more information on Blue Diamond Resorts' 15th anniversary initiatives, visit About Blue Diamond Resorts Blue Diamond Resorts encompasses over 80 properties, exceeding 20,000 rooms in eight countries located in the most popular holiday destinations in the Caribbean. Its nine leading hotel brands include the Award-winning, All-In Luxury® Royalton Luxury Resorts, where Everyone is Family. Whether guests come as friends, parents, kids, couples, weddings, corporate or incentive retreats, or solo travelers everyone is family in these properties that feature personalized services and signature amenities including All-In Connectivity™, DreamBed™, and the Sports Event Guarantee™. To refocus on valued relationships and friendships, Hideaway at Royalton offers an adults-only experience with exclusive dining and preferred accommodations to enhance Togetherness among their guests. Party Your Way at Royalton CHIC Resorts, an adults-only vibrant and effervescent all-inclusive brand to revel in the unexpected. Mystique by Royalton is Miles from Ordinary, offering their visitors the chance to connect with their surroundings in a boutique-style resort collection full of endless beauty and hip vibes. In Jamaica, Grand Lido Negril offers guests over the age of 21, a unique and all-inclusive Au Naturel vacation along with a secluded shore for the utmost privacy. Memories Resorts & Spa offers a vacation designed whether you´re planning a family vacation, reuniting with friends, or just have a relaxing moment with your significant other, while Starfish Resorts provides amazing value, breathtaking surroundings, and rich culture and heritage. Planet Hollywood Hotels & Resorts invites guests to Vacation Like A Star™ with an engaging and interactive experience, plus famous pop culture items from iconic movies, music, and sports while you will Dodge the Paparazzi at Planet Hollywood Adult Scene where your adults-only vacation will be the center of fascination and attention with glam and exclusivity. To learn more about Blue Diamond Resorts, please visit A photo accompanying this announcement is available at CONTACT: For more information, contact media@ in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Agriland
17-05-2025
- Agriland
Embark on a peatland adventure with Féile an Dúlra this week
The Irish Peatland Conservation Council (IPCC) has planned a busy summer of peatland and nature-themed events as part of Féile an Dúlra 2025, the council's festival of nature. The festival kicked off on World Wetlands Day in February with the launch of the national 'Hop to It' frog survey, and was followed in April by World Curlew Day. A week of free events has been planned as part of National Biodiversity Week, running until May 25. Today (Saturday, May 17), the IPCC will hold a guided peatland nature walk to Lodge Bog in Co. Kildare, starting from the Bog of Allen Nature Centre at 10:00a.m. IPCC guides will share the diversity of peatland birds that use this raised bog for nesting or feeding, and visitors will also get the opportunity to discover the variety of fascinating peatland plants. From Monday, May 19 to Friday, May 23 10:00 a.m.-4:00p.m., there will be free admission to the Bog of Allen Nature Centre, where the history, cultural traditions, flora and fauna and archaeological importance of peatlands can be discovered within the peatland exhibition. The peat-free wildlife gardens will also be open, allowing visitors to explore the largest public display of carnivorous plants in Ireland and the UK. On Tuesday, May 20 at 11:00a.m, the IPCC will host a butterfly walk at Lullymore West nature reserve. Lullymore West is known nationally as a butterfly haven, as 26 of Ireland's 35 butterfly species have been recorded on the site, including the threatened marsh fritillary butterfly. In collaboration with the Native Woodland Trust, the IPCC will guide a walk and talk at Girley Bog on Wednesday, May 21, meeting at Girley Hall at 7:00p.m. This will provide an opportunity to learn all about bog habitats and the various plants and animals that call this precious habitat home. For those who do not have time to join one of the biodiversity walks, there is still an opportunity to learn about peatland biodiversity as the IPCC will host an online talk at 1:00pm on Thursday, May 22, titled 'Lunchtime with IPCC'. All the events are free and people are encouraged to get involved and explore their peatland heritage for Biodiversity Week. The IPCC has lots more events planned for later this summer, with a bat walk on June 20, International Bog Day on July 26 and Heritage Week from August 16.
Yahoo
08-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Coca-Cola takes unprecedented action to secure fundamental resource: 'Essential for the well-being and development of children'
Coca-Cola Mexico has committed to clean water initiatives in the communities it serves. As The Pinnacle Gazette reported, Coca-Cola Mexico collaborated with Arca Continental and Grupo Rica to observe World Wetlands Day on Feb. 2. The organizations aim to work together to improve water management and accessibility. One of the collaborative projects involves developing artificial wetlands for wastewater treatment in Mexico. Using natural filtration systems comprised of sand, gravel, and plants, they aim to eliminate wastewater contaminates in Cihuatlán, Jalisco, and the Mexicali Valley, Baja California. Wastewater treatment projects like this are significant because they support agroforestry, restore biodiversity, and create economic benefits for residents. The projects incorporate low-energy and low-maintenance solutions without toxic chemicals and focus on environmental conservation. In addition to these projects, Coca-Cola Mexico launched a program guaranteeing access to clean drinking water in Morelos and Hidalgo schools. The school project has already benefited over 13,000 students through the use of rainwater harvesting systems and education about responsible water use. Gov. Margarita González Saravia commented on the effort to improve safe water access: "Access to water in schools is essential for the well-being and development of children." Recent news about Coca-Cola Mexico's water initiatives offers an excellent example of how mainstream brands can greatly impact sustainability. Supporting popular brands engaged in eco-friendly projects demonstrates that their customer base cares about the planet and climate issues. On the other hand, Coca-Cola has been criticized for using a disproportionate total of water in the Chiapas region of the country, and for its plastic pollution more broadly. Learning about the projects your favorite brands support and aligning yourself with brands that share your passion and mission is crucial to living a sustainable, environmentally responsible life. How much time do you spend taking care of the plants inside or outside your home? Several hours a week One hour a week Less than one hour I don't have any plants Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. The Coca-Cola brand has also made sustainability strides by integrating electric trucks into its delivery fleet. Despite past criticism about the company's role in producing plastic pollution, Coca-Cola has supported the Great Lakes Plastic Cleanup to address floating debris in Canadian waterways. According to Coca-Cola's website, "Since 2015, we have met or exceeded our goal to return more than 100% of the water used in our finished products globally, on an aggregate level, to nature and communities." Coca-Cola also stated, "Because we source water locally, we also aim to reach 100% replenishment in each of our more than 200 high-risk locations across the Coca‑Cola system by 2035." Join our free newsletter for good news and useful tips, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet.
Sharjah 24
18-02-2025
- General
- Sharjah 24
EPAA announces inclusion of Khor Kalba Mangrove Centre in WLI
Active Environmental and Awareness Efforts The Khor Kalba Mangrove Centre was granted this prestigious membership in recognition of its vital environmental role and continuous commitment to raising awareness about the importance of wetlands. Through diverse initiatives, educational programs, and outreach activities—especially in conjunction with World Wetlands Day, observed annually on February 2—the center has played a key role in promoting wetland conservation. Additionally, the center has actively supported the identity and objectives of the WLI network in its promotional and educational materials while fostering collaboration with other member centers worldwide. This exchange of expertise has been instrumental in developing innovative educational programs that contribute to a long-term environmental awareness strategy. A Milestone in Sharjah's Environmental Leadership Her Excellency Hana Saif Al Suwaidi, Chairperson of the Environment and Protected Areas Authority (EPAA), emphasized that this inclusion represents a strategic step in reinforcing Sharjah's position as a global hub for environmental research, sustainable education, and biodiversity conservation. She highlighted that the EPAA continues to be a leader in developing effective educational centers dedicated to environmental awareness in alignment with the directives and vision of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah. His Highness's commitment to sustainability and biodiversity preservation has been the driving force behind Sharjah's extensive environmental initiatives. Successful Policies and Strategic Partnerships Her Excellency further noted that the EPAA had previously succeeded in securing WLI membership for the Wasit Wetland Centre in February 2024. She expressed great pride in the Khor Kalba Mangrove Centre's recent inclusion, viewing it as a testament to the effectiveness of the EPAA's policies and its successful collaborations with international environmental organizations and committees. The new membership will play a significant role in fostering international cooperation in environmental education, developing programs that enhance awareness of wetlands as critical ecosystems that provide essential habitats for various marine and terrestrial species. Through this membership, the center will continue offering advanced educational and awareness programs, focusing on the role of wetlands in mitigating climate change and supporting biodiversity. Khor Kalba's Environmental Significance Her Excellency Hana Saif Al Suwaidi also highlighted a major milestone achieved in 2013, when the Khor Kalba Mangrove and Al Hefaiyah Protected Area was designated under the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands. This recognition was due to its status as one of the largest and oldest mangrove forests on the UAE's east coast, featuring nutrient-rich soils that provide a critical natural habitat for a diverse range of fish, birds, plants, and invertebrates. The Khor Kalba Mangrove Centre encompasses a variety of marine wetland ecosystems, including sandy shores, mudflats, and saline plains, along with freshwater inflows connected to an algae-rich artificial lake. This ecosystem serves as an essential food source and oxygen supplier, making it a thriving breeding ground for numerous aquatic species. Unique Facilities and Educational Sections Designed with an eco-friendly architectural concept inspired by the sea urchin shell, the Khor Kalba Mangrove Center stands out for its diverse educational offerings. One of its key sections, The Mangrove Station, provides visitors with in-depth knowledge about mangrove ecosystems and their essential role in coastal protection. Meanwhile, The Intertidal Zone highlights the rich biodiversity above the water's surface, featuring over 100 fish species and 90 types of crustaceans. For a more immersive experience, The Subtidal Zone houses an interactive aquarium that showcases a variety of local marine species, allowing visitors to explore the underwater world up close. Beyond its educational exhibits, the center plays an active role in conservation through mangrove tree planting initiatives, implementing strategies to protect marine life, and supporting the growth of fish populations in the area. About the World Wetlands Link International (WLI) Network The WLI network is a global association of over 350 wetland education centers across six continents. Recognized by the Ramsar Convention, it operates under a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), serving as a key mechanism for supporting wetland education centers and Ramsar contracting parties. The network provides training, educational resources, and knowledge exchange platforms, facilitating the global dissemination of conservation practices through Communication, Education, Participation, and Awareness (CEPA) strategies for wetlands. With this achievement, Sharjah's environmental leadership continues to shine, reaffirming its commitment to conservation, sustainability, and environmental education on a global scale.
Muscat Daily
05-02-2025
- General
- Muscat Daily
World Wetlands Day focuses on community engagement
Muscat – Environment Authority (EA) marked World Wetlands Day on Wednesday with an event at Qurum Nature Reserve in Muscat held under the theme 'Protecting Wetlands for Our Common Future'. The event focused on raising environmental awareness, promoting community engagement and underlining the importance of wetlands in achieving sustainable development goals. EA highlighted the environmental and economic importance of wetlands, stressing their role in maintaining ecological balance, supporting biodiversity, and providing essential resources and services for human well-being. Wetlands also serve as critical natural systems, offering freshwater, aiding water purification, supporting agriculture, and acting as natural carbon sinks to combat climate change. An exhibition accompanied the event, showcasing the diversity of Oman's wetlands through interactive displays. These included information on natural resources derived from wetlands, key environmental elements and EA's conservation projects. Several public and private organisations participated, presenting their initiatives aimed at wetland protection. In 2023, EA implemented several projects to bolster wetland conservation, including planting 4mn mangrove seeds in coastal governorates and an additional 54,000 mangrove seedlings to strengthen coastal ecosystems. A comprehensive study was also carried out to monitor changes in wetlands across 59 sites in the sultanate. The ongoing Oman Blue Carbon Project aims to enhance carbon sequestration capabilities of wetlands. The authority is also conducting bird and wildlife surveys in wetlands to support biodiversity conservation. Oman's wetlands remain a cornerstone for environmental and economic sustainability, providing crucial support for agriculture and local communities, while contributing significantly to global efforts in climate change mitigation and ecological preservation.
