EarthCheck is a well-known international environmental management and certification program for the travel and tourism industry. It provides a framework to help businesses, destinations, and organizations within the tourism sector to improve their sustainability and environmental performance.
The EarthCheck program includes several key components:
- Benchmarking and Certification: Businesses and destinations are assessed against global benchmarks for environmental sustainability. This involves measuring key indicators such as energy and water usage, waste production, and community involvement.
- Advisory Services: EarthCheck offers consulting services to help organizations develop more sustainable practices.
- Training and Education: They provide training to help staff at all levels understand sustainability and how to implement best practices in their operations.
- Community and Stakeholder Engagement: EarthCheck emphasizes the importance of engaging local communities and stakeholders in sustainability efforts.
EarthCheck certification is recognized globally and is often used by travelers and travel industry professionals as a mark of high environmental and social standards. Achieving EarthCheck certification typically involves a rigorous process of meeting certain standards and undergoing regular assessments to ensure ongoing compliance.
