Tourism Industry Faces Looming Waste Crisis by 2034
A World Economic Forum report warns of a looming waste crisis in the tourism industry. By 2034, tourist waste could reach 205 million tonnes annually, making up 7% of global solid waste. Meanwhile, travellers are increasingly conscious of their impact, with 93% planning to make more sustainable choices by 2025.
In 2024, international tourist arrivals hit 1.4 billion, putting pressure on fragile environments and destinations. The industry needs structural change to embed sustainability, inclusion, and resilience. Key initiatives in Germany's sustainable transformation by 2025 include leveraging travel tech to reduce emissions and promoting cultural and nature-based tourism in regions like Nordrhein-Westfalen.
Transformation demands rethinking systems, from governance and technology adoption to local empowerment and regenerative practices. The ecotourism market is expected to reach USD 279 billion by 2025, reflecting growing interest in sustainable options. To achieve measurable progress, efforts should focus on good governance, strategic investment, ecosystem integrity, value retention, and accountability.
World Tourism Day 2025 in Melaka, Malaysia, will highlight these challenges and solutions. All stakeholders - destinations, operators, investors, travellers, and civil society - must play their part in achieving sustainable transformation in tourism.
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