Eco-Tourism News
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How the Philippines can lead in sustainable tourism in Asia during Covid'Travel bubbles' with partner countries and investment in healthcare systems in vacation spots are solutions that may steer the country's struggling tourism industry in a more sustainable direction amid the pandemic, observers say. -
Vietnam approves US$9 billion project within mangrove reserveEnvironmentalists and activists have petitioned the government to reconsider the development by Vingroup, Vietnam’s largest private company, as it will require the reclamation of a huge amount of land along Can Gio’s coast.
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Covid-hit Hilton Worldwide retrenches Asia Pacific sustainability headHilton says the 'dire' business environment has affected the company in all areas, including sustainability, but job losses would not affect the hotel chain's sustainability commitments. -
Duterte’s Covid-19 recovery plan criticised for excluding clean energy policiesIn his penultimate State of the Nation address, Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte did not indicate how renewable energy could aid in the country’s recovery. Green groups were disappointed with his 'narrow environmental agenda'.
Eco-Tourism Opinion
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Rebooting the economy: Restoring travel and tourism in the Covid-19 era– A harmonised set of industry-wide health and safety protocols are necessary for travel and tourism to recover. -
Experiences aren’t always better for the planet—here’s how to make memories sustainably– Rising demand for new experiences in far-flung locations places burden on the environment, straining ecosystems and encouraging higher energy consumption in remote places. How can the experience economy keep local sustainability in mind? -
Reflections from Nepal: Is there a sustainable future for tourism in Asia?– Nepal, with its stunning natural beauty and rich cultural heritage, remains one of the poorest countries in Asia despite surging visitor numbers. On a recent trekking trip, Zafirah Zein witnessed the impact of tourism on its environment and people, and wonders what the future of tourism will look like in developing Asia.
Videos
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Jane Goodall returns to Tanzania for tree-planting mission– Dr Jane Goodall, known for her pioneering study of chimpanzees nearly 60 years ago in Tanzania, continues her work to conserve nature in Africa by joining an expedition to protect the continent’s highest peak.
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World’s first tidal lagoon plant could power 155,000 homes– The Tidal Lagoon Swansea Bay is looking to build a sustainable marine community that relies on tidal power for low carbon electricity, food security from aquaculture, and eco-tourism for their livelihood. Watch the video here.
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