SustainableTourism
and Information
Technology
Charith Prabuddha
What is SustainableTourism
• Sustainable tourism is a concept
that covers the complete tourism
experience, including concern for
economic, social, and
environmental issues as well as
attention to improving tourists'
experiences and addressing the
needs of host communities
Sustainable Development and IT
• Sustainable development seeks to meet the needs of the present
without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their
own needs
• IT can contribute to sustainable development in tourism by:
• Reducing resource consumption: Optimizing energy use in
buildings, promoting paperless operations, and facilitating remote
work opportunities.
• Minimizing waste: Encouraging digital marketing and ticketing, and
facilitating responsible waste management practices.
• Protecting ecosystems: Monitoring environmental impact,
promoting responsible travel behaviors, and supporting conservation
efforts.
Environmental Sustainability and IT
• Environmental sustainability focuses on minimizing tourism's impact
on natural resources and ecosystems
• IT can support environmental sustainability in tourism by:
• Enhancing visitor education: Providing information on sustainable
practices and, responsible travel choices through interactive apps
• Optimizing resource management: Monitoring energy and water
consumption in buildings and promoting smart grid technologies for
efficient resource distribution
• Facilitating responsible travel planning: Promoting eco-friendly
transportation options, and showcasing sustainable accommodations
ThankYou

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    What is SustainableTourism •Sustainable tourism is a concept that covers the complete tourism experience, including concern for economic, social, and environmental issues as well as attention to improving tourists' experiences and addressing the needs of host communities
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    Sustainable Development andIT • Sustainable development seeks to meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs • IT can contribute to sustainable development in tourism by: • Reducing resource consumption: Optimizing energy use in buildings, promoting paperless operations, and facilitating remote work opportunities. • Minimizing waste: Encouraging digital marketing and ticketing, and facilitating responsible waste management practices. • Protecting ecosystems: Monitoring environmental impact, promoting responsible travel behaviors, and supporting conservation efforts.
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    Environmental Sustainability andIT • Environmental sustainability focuses on minimizing tourism's impact on natural resources and ecosystems • IT can support environmental sustainability in tourism by: • Enhancing visitor education: Providing information on sustainable practices and, responsible travel choices through interactive apps • Optimizing resource management: Monitoring energy and water consumption in buildings and promoting smart grid technologies for efficient resource distribution • Facilitating responsible travel planning: Promoting eco-friendly transportation options, and showcasing sustainable accommodations
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