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Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2021, 2023, 2024-01 to 2024-03)
Reporting Period: 2021
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Livelihood
- Education
- Conservation
- Community Tourism
Environmental Achievements
- Supported local conservation organizations, participated in Forest Challenge, reduced paper use with e-tickets and receipts, planted trees, provided refillable water bottles to clients, worked with partners to phase out single-use plastics.
- Introduced partner schools to The William Holden Wildlife Foundation Education Center
Social Achievements
- Distributed over 80,000 meals and 11,000 food kits through The Pat Dixson Aid program, impacting over 510 beneficiaries.
- Distributed 4,140 sanitary pads to 460 girls through Keep Her in School initiative.
- Conducted health and hygiene talks in schools.
- Distributed 126 pairs of school shoes to children.
- Engaged in Young Change Makers program, mentoring youth in sustainable tourism.
- Participated in SDGs conference.
Governance Achievements
- Internally engaged team on sustainability practices through Sustainable Tuesday meetings.
- Invited partners (KLM, Ecotourism Kenya) to share sustainability practices.
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Covid-19 restrictions impacting sustainability initiatives.
Mitigation Strategies
- Continued sustainability initiatives while adhering to Covid-19 protocols.
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Working with accommodation partners to phase out single-use plastics
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Certifications: Travelife Certified
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- 1 (No Poverty)
- 2 (Zero Hunger)
- 4 (Quality Education)
- 7 (Affordable and clean energy)
- 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth)
- 13 (Climate Action)
- 17 (Partnerships for the goals)
The company's four sustainability pillars (Livelihood, Education, Conservation, and Community Tourism) are linked with the SDGs to increase positive impacts and address tourism sector challenges.
Awards & Recognition
- Best tour operator (5 times)
- Eco-Warrior Award
- 1st runner up in Sustainable Development Goals awards
Reporting Period: 2023
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Sustainable Tourism Development
- Environmental Conservation
- Community Support
- Ethical Business Practices
Environmental Achievements
- Distributed refillable water bottles to leisure travelers and advocated for their use in safari tours.
- Participated in tree planting initiatives and the Forest Challenge.
- Reduced paper usage through double-sided printing and electronic documents.
Social Achievements
- Pat Dixson Aid to the Elderly program provided food and essential items to 365+ beneficiaries.
- Keep Her in School program provided sanitary products to girls in 5 schools.
- Young Change Makers seminars promoted sustainable tourism principles at various universities.
- Supported local partners contributing to community welfare and conservation efforts.
Governance Achievements
- Aligned with industry-wide sustainability standards through memberships in ETK, KATO, and KATA.
- Participated in the Africa Climate Summit 2023.
Climate Goals & Targets
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- Not disclosed
Mitigation Strategies
- Not disclosed
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Selection of local partners committed to community empowerment and conservation
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Certifications: Travelife Certification
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- SDG 1 (No Poverty)
- SDG 2 (Zero Hunger)
- SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being)
- SDG 4 (Quality Education)
- SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth)
- SDG 13 (Climate Action)
- SDG 15 (Life on Land)
The company's four CSI pillars (Livelihood, Education, Conservation, and Community Tourism) directly contribute to these goals.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Not disclosed
Awards & Recognition
- Three 2023 Ecowarrior Awards (Promoting Biodiversity Conservation, Responsible Tourism Practices, and Promoting Local Economies)
Reporting Period: 2024-01 to 2024-03
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Livelihood
- Education
- Conservation
- Community Tourism
Environmental Achievements
- Implemented practices to reduce paper usage and promoted refillable water bottles for travelers
- Partnered with local conservation organizations and participated in bird walks
- Supported environmentally responsible e-waste disposal through Enviroserve Kenya
- Participated in the Wangari Maathai Marathon to raise awareness for conservation
Social Achievements
- Provided regular food distribution to 535 beneficiaries through the Pat Dixson Aid to the Elderly program
- Supported the education of 700 girls by supplying sanitary pads to beneficiary schools through the Keep Her in School initiative
- Held monthly Sustainable Tuesday meetings for staff and partners to discuss sustainable travel practices
- Participated in industry exhibitions on sustainability leadership
- Collaborated with Sustainable Travel and Tourism Africa (STTA) Kenya to host the Young Change Makers seminars at 3 universities
- Provided internship opportunities with a focus on sustainable tourism
Governance Achievements
- Not disclosed
Climate Goals & Targets
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- Not disclosed
Mitigation Strategies
- Not disclosed
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Collaboration with suppliers who embrace refillable water bottles
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: Null
Certifications: Null
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- SDG 2
- SDG 3
- SDG 4
- SDG 12
- SDG 13
- SDG 15
- SDG 17
The initiatives contribute to these goals by providing food and hygiene products to disadvantaged individuals, promoting girls' education, implementing responsible waste management, supporting conservation efforts, and fostering partnerships.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Not disclosed
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed