Being a company with global presence, Expedia has a global social impact and sustainability strategy called Open World. They pursue three pillars - access for underserved travellers, economic advancement for communities underrepresented in the travel industry, and a more prosperous planet for generations to come. The company recognizes its responsibility towards sustainability and the impact it has on the environment and local communities.

One of their sustainability objectives is to create a “Prosperous Planet”. As part of this objective,  Expedia UK has made several efforts to reduce its environmental impact, such as implementing energy-efficient practices in its offices and data centers, promoting sustainable tourism, and reducing waste through recycling and waste reduction programs. They are aligned with a net zero future where they innovate sustainable solutions while mitigating and adapting to impacts of climate change.

Another objective is to promote economic advancement. The company has established partnerships with various organizations to promote sustainable tourism practices and protect local communities and ecosystems. For example, Expedia UK has partnered with the Rainforest Alliance to promote sustainable tourism in Latin America and the Caribbean, and with the Travel Foundation to promote sustainable tourism in the UK and overseas. This helps enable growth and success of local and small businesses in the travel ecosystem through diversification of business of travel.

In addition to its environmental initiatives, Expedia UK is committed to promoting social sustainability by supporting local communities and promoting diversity and inclusion as part of their “Inclusive Pathways” initiative. The company has established partnerships with various charities and organizations to support local communities and promote social justice. They are focused on increasing their capabilities and improving experiences for underserved travelers. The objective is to remove barriers,so more people experience what travel has to offer.

Other interesting initiatives Expedia UK brings to their customers include:

1. Carbon offsetting -  Expedia UK offers an option to offset the carbon footprint of flights, hotel bookings and car rentals. The company partners with CarbonFootprint.com to invest in renewable energy and reforestation projects to mitigate the environmental impact of travel.
2. Sustainable accommodation - The company has a dedicated page on its website to showcase eco-friendly hotels and accommodations that prioritize sustainable practices such as recycling, energy-efficient lighting, water conservation, and waste reduction.
3. Green Transportation -  Expedia UK encourages customers to choose eco-friendly transportation options such as trains or buses rather than flights or car rentals. They also promote car rental options that use hybrid or electric vehicles.
4. Plastic-free Travel -  Expedia UK encourages customers to reduce plastic waste while travelling by bringing reusable bottles, bags, and containers. They also promote hotels that offer refillable toiletry containers and have eliminated single-use plastics.
5. Supplier sustainability -  Expedia UK works with suppliers and partners to ensure that they adhere to sustainable practices and standards.
6. Education and awareness - The company promotes sustainability education and awareness through its website, blog, and social media channels, encouraging customers to adopt sustainable practices while travelling.

Overall, Expedia UK recognizes the importance of sustainability and strives to make a positive impact on the environment and local communities while providing travelerswith excellent service and experiences.