
Let’s be more responsible and make travel greener
November 23rd, 2009 admin

When we talk about the environment, airlines are the first to be criticised but they are not the only culprits, as consumers we have a responsibility too. I have started to see company’s concentrate on eco and green initiatives but the environment is low down on most consumers’ requirements. Donating to local projects According to a new startup called ekoVenture they will donate 10% of their profit to help support the local people…
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