The Quest for Carbon-Neutrality

May 29th, 2010 admin

Do you think green when you travel? Does it matter to you whether your destination of choice, be it a city, village or resort, has a semi-admirable, sustainable record? Well for more and more tourists today, terms like “carbon footprint” really do resonate. Thankfully, there are many fine destinations throughout the globe, from major capitals to small towns. Places where the quest for carbon-neutrality is not only a wish, but a …


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