Companies are realizing the power of sustainability to drive value, compliance, and competitive edge for their organizations. New regulations and growing transparency expectations are helping them see sustainability in a new light – as an opportunity to strengthen performance, not just reduce emissions. The payoff is clear: well-designed sustainable travel programs cut costs, support traveler well-being, and safeguard reputation. BCD Travel’s sustainability solutions help clients achieve all three.
“Our goal is simple,” said Olivia Ruggles-Brise, vice president of Sustainability at BCD. “We want to take the complexity out of sustainable travel management, so we created an end-to-end solution that delivers measurable value for our clients.”
BCD’s sustainability offering: One ecosystem, multiple benefits
BCD’s sustainability solution brings together the expertise of BCD Travel, Advito and SQUAKE into a single, easy-to-deploy ecosystem. Clients contract directly with us – no need to juggle multiple vendors or data sources. The platform integrates sustainability insights throughout the travel journey – from trip planning and booking to reporting and offsetting – so companies can manage everything in one place.
Unified and credible compliance
That unified approach helps travel managers stay compliant with evolving regulations – such as Europe’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and climate disclosure laws in the U.S. and elsewhere – while minimizing the risk of greenwashing. Every claim is backed by robust data and audit-ready capabilities, ensuring confidence and credibility.
Sustainability that pays off
Contrary to common belief, sustainable travel doesn’t have to cost more. Advito’s analysis shows that smarter choices – like flying on more efficient aircraft or shifting short-haul trips from air to rail – can reduce both emissions and expenses. Even premium initiatives, such as sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), can be budgeted strategically to balance environmental impact with ROI.
BCD offers three scalable packages to match organizational goals and maturity:
- Basic: Straightforward reporting
- Essential: Custom overlays and in-booking CO₂ insights
- Impact: Advanced analytics, benchmarking, and traveler engagement programs powered by Advito
Each package includes end-of-journey options like carbon offsets and SAF purchases, with point-of-sale integration planned for early 2026.
Built-in traveler engagement
BCD’s solution embeds sustainability directly into the booking flow on major online booking tools, including TripSource®, Concur and Amadeus Cytric®. Travelers see real-time CO₂ data, can sort flight options by emissions, and even view the “carbon impact price” before purchase. Visual cues and custom messaging encourage more sustainable choices without disrupting the booking experience.
Insights that drive strategy
BCD’s sustainability solution is built to meet the growing demand for transparency and compliance. It includes audit-ready dashboards, CSRD-aligned reporting, and verified carbon data, giving clients confidence in their disclosures and helping them avoid greenwashing risks. These foundational capabilities are part of BCD’s core offering.
For organizations ready to go further, our Impact package delivered by Advito delivers carbon forecasting and budgeting tools to help model scenarios and set achievable targets. Travel managers can simulate the effect of switching aircraft types, adjusting cabin classes, or expanding rail adoption – then track progress in dashboards tailored to their organization. Upcoming features like a hotel sustainability index will further enhance decision-making by scoring hotels on carbon, water, energy, and plastic use.
Ready to deploy
BCD’s sustainability solution is live today and expanding rapidly. Reporting enhancements and offline booking integrations are all on the 2026 roadmap. “This is a BCD solution, ready for our clients to adopt now,” said Ruggles-Brise. “It’s one ecosystem that turns sustainability from a challenge into a competitive advantage.”
For managed travel programs, sustainability isn’t just about doing what’s right – it’s about driving smarter, more resilient business outcomes. With BCD’s sustainability solution, clients can achieve both.
Interested in learning more? Contact our Sustainability Team via email at [email protected].
