Philippine Tatler: Sustainability has become a big buzzword in travel. What does it mean to you and why is it so important?
Jeremy Jauncey: Sustainability is critical to the future of our industry and the planet. Climate change is real and is impacting us all over the world, but it is addressable. If we make changes now to the way we consume products, the way we spend our money, and the way we travel, we can change the trajectory we are on. I’m a very passionate supporter for the World Wildlife Fund and the work they are doing to protect environments and animals is something I believe is hugely important.
PT: What practical steps can the eco-conscious traveller take in support of sustainable travel?
JJ: The easiest and most obvious is to offset your carbon footprint. Many airlines now offer the chance to do that when you book a flight, and there are numerous organisations that have calculators so you can see the impact you have. A few I recommend: Gold Standard and the climate consultants 3Degrees who helped me to offset the carbon impact of my business so we can be climate positive.