Sun Siyam Iru Fushi joins global climate initiative with Glasgow Declaration Commitment

Sun Siyam Iru Fushi has announced its commitment to sustainability by becoming a signatory of the Glasgow Declaration on Climate Action in Tourism. This significant move aligns the resort with global efforts to reduce carbon emissions and promote sustainable tourism practices, reinforcing its dedication to responsible and eco-friendly operations. This step reflects the resort’s values and commitment to upholding sustainable practices.

The Glasgow Declaration on Climate Action in Tourism unites the travel and tourism sector under a standard set of pathways to accelerate climate action. By joining this initiative, Sun Siyam Iru Fushi has committed to reducing its carbon emissions by at least 50% over the next decade and achieving Net Zero emissions as soon as possible, and certainly before 2050. This pledge is part of the resort’s broader sustainability strategy under the resort-wide Sun Siyam Cares program, which prioritises environmental stewardship, community support, and the preservation of the Maldives’ natural beauty. This program will guide the resort’s efforts to meet its climate action targets.

As a signatory of the Glasgow Declaration on Climate Action in Tourism, Sun Siyam Iru Fushi has pledged to align its actions with the latest scientific recommendations to ensure that global temperature rise does not exceed 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 on an annual basis, and working collaboratively to share best practices and solutions.

Key Commitments by Sun Siyam Iru Fushi:

• Support Global Climate Goals: Reduce emissions by 50% by 2030 and achieve Net Zero before 2050, in alignment with global climate targets.
• Develop Climate Action Plans: Deliver or update climate action plans within 12 months, following the Declaration’s five pathways: Measure, Decarbonise, Regenerate, Collaborate, and Finance.
• Annual Reporting: Report progress annually 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 drive 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 achievable if tourism’s recovery accelerates the adoption of sustainable consumption and production, redefining future success to consider the regeneration of ecosystems, biodiversity, and communities.