DOVER, DELAWARE – RateHawk, a B2B online platform for booking hotels, flights, and transfers for travel industry professionals, has introduced a new “Sustainability Certification” filter for accommodation searches. This feature enables travel professionals to find properties with a lower carbon footprint, eco-friendly practices, and well-thought-out sustainability initiatives.

With this new filter, travel professionals can select and browse a list of more environmentally friendly accommodations. Certified properties will also be marked with a “Sustainability Certification” label on their hotel cards, making them easier to identify.

Ilya Kravtsov, Chief Commercial Officer of Emerging Travel Group, RateHawk’s parent company, stated:
“By introducing the ‘Sustainability Certification’ filter, we aim to help travel professionals and their clients quickly and easily find eco-certified options. This update is particularly significant for users in Travel Management Companies (TMCs), as corporate clients are increasingly prioritizing sustainability policies. According to a report by the Global Business Travel Association, 89% of travel industry professionals consider sustainability a key factor in business travel. This initiative reflects our commitment to creating a user-friendly platform that meets our customers’ needs while supporting the sustainable development of the tourism industry.”

Tourism Industry’s Commitment to Sustainability

According to a recent study by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), the tourism industry has significantly reduced its negative environmental impact in recent years, thanks to sustainable initiatives and increasing consumer interest in eco-friendly options. The industry’s contribution to global greenhouse gas emissions dropped from 7.8% in 2019 to 6.7% in 2023.

The new sustainability filter is now available on both the RateHawk website and mobile platform.

About RateHawk

RateHawk is an innovative B2B booking platform developed by the Emerging Travel Group, offering hotels, flights, transfers, car rentals, and other travel-related services. The platform also provides a fast and user-friendly API with 24/7 dedicated support.

RateHawk’s mission is to provide its partners with the best prices for any type of travel service, anywhere in the world.

RateHawk’s portfolio includes 2.6 million hotels and other accommodation types, sourced from 120,000+ directly contracted properties and 300 wholesalers, flight tickets from 400+ airlines, and transfers in over 150 countries.