Low Carbon Tourism: Strategies for Environmental and Sustainable Development | Book Publisher International

 

Tourism is a significant driver of global economic growth, cultural exchange, and social development. However, conventional tourism practices contribute substantially to environmental degradation, particularly through carbon emissions, high energy consumption, and ecosystem disruption. In response to growing environmental concerns and climate change challenges, Low Carbon Tourism (LCT) has emerged as a sustainable approach that minimises ecological impacts while maintaining economic and social benefits. This book is informed by a structured review of scientific literature, international policy reports, and global tourism datasets, supported by comparative case study analysis. This concise methodological approach ensures that the insights and recommendations are evidence-based and internationally relevant.

 

This book explores the principles, strategies, and practical applications of LCT, situating it within the broader framework of sustainable tourism and sustainable development. It examines the environmental impacts of tourism, including carbon footprints, resource overuse, and biodiversity loss, and presents strategies to mitigate these effects. Key strategies discussed include energy-efficient operations in accommodations, promotion of low-emission transportation, eco-tourism initiatives, waste and water management, and raising environmental awareness among tourists. The book emphasises the role of multiple stakeholders—governments, private sectors, local communities, and tourists—in implementing sustainable tourism practices. Case studies from national and international contexts demonstrate successful applications of LCT, illustrating how destinations can achieve environmental preservation, economic benefits, and community engagement simultaneously. In addition, emerging tools such as smart tourism technologies, digital monitoring systems, and low-carbon mobility solutions are highlighted for their potential to accelerate decarbonization across the tourism value chain. Challenges such as policy gaps, financial constraints, and limited awareness are also addressed, with recommendations for effective solutions. By integrating theoretical insights with practical strategies, this book provides a comprehensive guide for academics, policymakers, tourism operators, and community leaders committed to sustainable tourism development. Ultimately, promoting low-carbon tourism is essential not only for reducing environmental impacts but also for ensuring the long-term viability and resilience of tourism destinations. The adoption of LCT represents a timely and necessary approach to harmonise tourism growth with environmental sustainability, contributing to a greener, more responsible, and sustainable future.

 

 

Author(s) Details

Theeranat Suwanaruang
Faculty of Science and Health Technology, Kalasin University, Thailand.

 

Chuthamat Chiamsathit
Faculty of Science and Health Technology, Kalasin University, Thailand.

 

Surasak Thammarakcharoen
Faculty of Science and Health Technology, Kalasin University, Thailand.

 

Nonwisit Wisessri
The Provincial Social Development and Human Security Office of Kalasin, Thailand.

 

Please see the book here :- https://doi.org/10.9734/bpi/mono/978-93-47485-20-6

Environmentally Sustainable Tourism Marketing in Emerging Economies: A Case Study of Bangladesh | Chapter 2 | New Advances in Business, Management and Economics Vol. 3

Background: Integrating environmental sustainability into tourism marketing aims to minimize adverse impacts while maximizing economic and socio-cultural benefits.

Purpose: This study evaluates the effects of environmentally sustainable tourism marketing in Bangladesh, focusing on economic, socio-cultural, environmental, eco-tourism, and ecological aspects and the role of government activity.

Methodology: Using a quantitative methodology, surveys from 200 respondents, including tourists and stakeholders in the tourism sector, were analyzed with SPSS to assess relationships between independent and dependent variables. Hypotheses were tested to examine these correlations.

Findings: Environmentally sustainable tourism marketing influences economic growth, socio-cultural development, and ecological awareness, with eco-tourism and government activeness. The most significant variables (eco-tourism, ecological awareness, and government involvement) influence environmentally sustainable tourism marketing. Most respondents noted that it increases employment, supports local economies, conserves heritage, and promotes ecological balance, although challenges like environmental degradation and the need for active government involvement persist.

Social Consequences and Implications: Sustainable tourism improves local quality of life, fosters better tourist-local understanding, and promotes cultural preservation, emphasizing public awareness and community participation. Findings suggest that policymakers and marketers can prioritize sustainability (developing eco-tourism sites and policy framework, implementing eco-tourism certification, providing incentives for sustainability practices) for long-term value.

Research Limitations: The study’s focus on Bangladesh may limit generalizability. Further research is needed across different contexts.

Originality: This research provides empirical evidence from an emerging economy, offering insights into increasing sustainability in tourism.

 

Author (s) Details

 

M M Mofiz Uddin
Department of Business Administration, Northern University Bangladesh, Bangladesh.

 

Please see the book here:- https://doi.org/10.9734/bpi/nabme/v3/4102

Tourism Development in Mountain Stations of Tamil Nadu: An Analysis of Eco-tourism and Sustainable Practices | Chapter 2 | New Advances in Business, Management and Economics Vol. 2

Background: Tourism has emerged as an instrument for employment generation, poverty alleviation, and sustainable human development. Tourism promotes international understanding and gives support to local handicrafts and cultural activities. It is an important segment of the country's economy, especially in terms of its contribution towards foreign exchange earnings, generation of additional income, and creation of employment opportunities.

Aim: This study is an attempt to study the role of mountain stations in tourism development in Tamil Nadu to streamline it for more effective usage in the aspects of tourism as well as to enhance local development.

Methods: The study was conducted via an analysis of tourism policy towards mountain stations from 2008-2013. The study reviews some selected documents on Tamil Nadu tourism and analyzes the data from inter alia the Tamil Nadu Tourism Development Corporation, 2012, India Tourism Magazine annual report, some academic journal articles as well as relevant websites.

Results: The paper evaluates the progress of tourism development in selected mountain stations in Tamil Nadu through the policies of the Government of Tamil Nadu. In the context of the Influence of Adventure tourism activities, commonly mountain stations are the natural places with mountains lakes, forests, grasslands, etc., There is a great chance for Tamil Nadu to run various adventure activities. These may include inter alia hiking, trekking, boat racing, cycle riding, and hunting. Additionally, Tamil Nadu has great potential for the development of eco-tourism initiatives, especially given its cultural and natural diversity.

Conclusion: Tamil Nadu has been significantly successful in its tourism efforts in creating a key platform for both domestic and international traffic. The entire region has vast untapped potential in tourism and its allied sectors, and there is a lot of scope for its future development and promotion.

 

Author (s) Details

 

S. Rabiyathul Basariya
Department of Management Studies, B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology, Formerly B. S. Abdur Rahman University, India.

 

Please see the book here:- https://doi.org/10.9734/bpi/nabme/v2/3792

Is the Organizational form the Business Federation the Answer for Firms in Eco Tourim in South Africa? | Chapter 3 | Insights into Economics and Management Vol. 12

 The objective of this paper is to demonstrate how the business federation model may meet ecotourism demands in South Africa during a time of social turmoil, violence, economic decline, and illnesses such as HIV/AIDS and Covid-19 that are wreaking havoc on the industry. We show how, in a worldwide world, ecotourism businesses may become more competitive by eliminating poverty and generating economic rewards at the same time by acting locally. We also show how management can take practical efforts to be on the cutting edge of ecotourism.

Author (S) Details

Carsten Martin Syvertsen
Østfold University College, Norway.

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