This CRC report presents a design and assessment model to assist tourism operators to manage low-impact nature-based sustainable tourism facilities in remote areas. Derived by studies conducted in Australia and informed by indigenous groups, the report provides design guidelines for facility infrastructure, and a framework for environmentally sustainable technology for energy, water and waste management systems.

Topics

Capacity Building
Cultural Heritage and Traditional Knowledge
Ecosystems and Biodiversity
Environmental Conservation
Indigenous Tourism
Infrastructure and Facilities
Protected and Managed Areas
Purchasing and Supply Chain Management
Resource Management
Solid Waste
Sustainable Management Systems
Technology and Data
Visitor Management
Wastewater and Harmful Substances

GSTC-D Criterias

A1 -Destination management responsibility
A2 -Destination management strategy and action plan
A3 -Monitoring and reporting
A4 -Enterprise engagement and sustainability standards
A5 -Resident engagement and feedback
A9 -Planning regulations and development control
B1 -Measuring the economic contribution of tourism
B2 -Decent work and career opportunities
B3 -Supporting local entrepreneurs and fair trade
B4 -Support for community
B8 -Access for all
D1 -Protection of sensitive environments
D5 -Energy conservation
D6 -Water stewardship
D7 -Water quality

Sustainable Development Goals - SDG's

12- Responsible Consumption & Production
13- Climate Action

Citation

“Beyer;

2005;

Best Practice Model for Low-Impact Nature-Based Sustainable Tourism Facilities in Remote Areas;

BTRP-ID: 2602″

Best Practice Model for Low-Impact Nature-Based Sustainable Tourism Facilities in Remote Areas

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