APEC/PATA Code for Sustainable TourismThis is a featured page

  • Conserve the natural environment, ecosystems and biodiversity

    • CONTRIBUTE to the conservation of any habitat of flora and fauna affected by tourism
    • ENCOURAGE relevant authorities to identify areas worthy of conservation and to determine the level of development, if any, that would be compatible in or adjacent to those areas
    • INCLUDE enhancement and corrective actions at tourism sites to conserve wildlife and natural ecosystems.

  • Respect and support local traditions, cultures and communities

    • ENSURE that community attitudes, local customs and cultural values, and the role of women and children, are understood in the planning and implementation of all tourism related projects
    • PROVIDE opportunities for the wider community to take part in discussions on tourism planning issues where these affect the tourism industry and the community
    • ENCOURAGE relevant authorities to identify cultural heritage worthy of conservation and to determine the level of development if any which would be compatible in or adjacent to those areas
    • CONTRIBUTE to the identity and pride of local communities through providing quality tourism products and services sensitive to those communities.

  • Maintain environmental management systems

    • ENSURE that environmental assessment is an integral step in planning for a tourism project
    • ENCOURAGE regular environmental audits of practices throughout the tourism industry and to promote desirable changes to those practices
    • ESTABLISH detailed environmental policies and indicators, and/or guidelines for the various sectors of the tourism industry
    • INCORPORATE environmentally sensitive design and construction solutions in any building or landscaping for tourism purposes.

  • Conserve and reduce energy, waste and pollutants

    • FOSTER environmentally responsible practices for:

      • reducing pollutants and greenhouse gases,
      • conserving water and protecting water quality,
      • managing efficiently waste and energy,
      • controlling noise levels and
      • promoting the use of recyclable and biodegradable materials.
      • Encourage a tourism commitment to environments and cultures

    • ENCOURAGE those involved in tourism to comply with local, regional and national planning policies and to participate in the planning process
    • FOSTER, in both management and staff of all tourism projects and activities, an awareness of environmental and cultural values
    • ENCOURAGE all those who provide services to tourism enterprises to participate through environmentally and socially responsible actions
    • SUPPORT environmental and cultural awareness through tourism marketing.

  • Educate and inform others about local environments and cultures

    • SUPPORT the inclusion of environmental and cultural values in tourism education, training and planning
    • ENHANCE the appreciation and understanding by tourists of natural environments and cultural sensitivities through the provision of accurate information and appropriate interpretation
    • ENCOURAGE, and support research on the environmental and cultural impacts of tourism.

  • Cooperate with others to sustain environments and cultures

    • COOPERATE with other individuals and organisations to advance environmental improvements and sustainable development practices, including establishing indicators and monitoring
    • COMPLY with all international conventions and national, state and local laws which safeguard natural environments and cultural sensitivities.


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