Compulsory Carbon Footprint Labelling for Tourism Services?
respect, in cooperation with Naturefriends International, conducted an expert consultation about the relevance of a compulsory carbon footprint disclosure for tourism services. A discussion paper depicts different viewpoints and identifies challenges for implementation.
Naturefriends International is a Member of the EARTH-Network for Sustainable Tourism
The EARTH-Network (European Alliance of Responsible Tourism and Hospitality) was officially launched in October 2008. Its main purpose is to promote the concept of responsible tourism and the principles stemming from it adopting several procedures, such as:
New e-Publication: „Tourism Development and Climate change“
On the occasion of the upcoming climate conference COP 15 at Copenhagen, respect – in cooperation with Naturefriends International and Tourism Watch – describes the background and outlooks of tourism in the international climate politics.
World Tourism Day 2009: Tourism Depends on Diversity
The global richness of ethnic groups and cultural heritage, of landscapes, flora and fauna – these are all main stimulations for tourism. Their protection is a basic part of sustainable development. This years 30th anniversary of the World Tourism Day highlightens the global diversity. “Tourism: Celebrating Diversity” is the slogan on 27th September 2009.
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