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Skift Global Forum Preview: Intrepid’s Chairman on the Climate Cost His Rivals Sidestep

Published 2026-09-08

You created the demand, so you own the emissions. That's Darrell Wade's case for counting the customer flights most operators leave off their carbon books, and the competitive cost it carries. We'll test whether the industry can afford to follow at Skift Global Forum this September.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main argument presented by Darrell Wade?

Darrell Wade argues that travel companies should account for the emissions from customer flights, as they created the demand.

Why do some operators leave customer flights off their carbon books?

Some operators sidestep counting customer flights to reduce their reported carbon emissions and costs.

What event will test the industry's ability to address this issue?

The Skift Global Forum in September will explore whether the travel industry can afford to account for these emissions.