Sustainable Tourism Practices/Implementing sustainable practices

Sustainable Practices


How do businesses use sustainable practices?In New Zealand three tourism organisations - Tourism New Zealand, Tourism Industry Association (TIA - tourism stakeholders) are working towards creating a sustainable tourism industry.

"Being a responsible business means having a balanced approach to economic, environmental and social priorities. For tourism businesses, we refer to this balanced approach as Responsible Tourism" How do we apply this to sustainable business practice?

Understanding the effect of business practices on the wider community and natural environment, creating sustainable practice and applying a team approach are part of Qualmark's Responsible Tourism initiative:


 * Energy efficiency
 * Waste management
 * Water conservation
 * Conservation
 * Community

''" In a business sense, the key messages of sustainability actually tie in with what are generally considered to be 'sound' business practices, such as building efficiency, minimising waste and maximising resources. It is not a fad and is essential for businesses to adopt in order to be successful in the emerging markets.Proven benefits - Businesses that have adopted sustainable business practices have reported the following benefits:


 * Reduction in operating costs
 * Improved identification and management of risks
 * Created value through enhance and positive customer response
 * Increased ability to attract and retain employees
 * Increased learning and innovation
 * Reduced Government intervention