The tourism industry has a critical role to play in advancing sustainability and resilience in the face of escalating climate challenges. The “Glasgow Declaration on Climate Action in Tourism” represents a pivotal opportunity for stakeholders to unite and drive meaningful change.
The Global Roundtable for Tourism Climate Action invites you to participate in this transformative initiative. This declaration is not just a document; it’s a commitment to ongoing dialogue, knowledge sharing, and collaborative efforts to shape a low-carbon, climate-resilient tourism sector.
What is the Glasgow Declaration?
The Glasgow Declaration serves as a rallying call for action within the tourism industry. It aims to:
- Facilitate Ongoing Dialogue: The declaration fosters continuous conversations on climate action by bringing together signatories, member states, and climate focal points.
- Promote Knowledge Sharing: Participants will be able to showcase and highlight climate action plans and initiatives, gaining insights and practical knowledge to enhance their strategies.
- Encourage Collaboration: Through networking and partnership building, stakeholders can identify synergies, share resources, and explore joint initiatives towards sustainability.
- Align Policies: The declaration advocates for harmonizing climate action policies across organizations in the tourism value chain, ensuring consistency and effectiveness.
- Inspire and Motivate: The declaration aims to inspire participants to take impactful steps towards climate resilience by showcasing success stories and transformative actions.
Why Participate?
Joining the Global Roundtable means becoming part of a dynamic community committed to driving positive change in tourism. By engaging in these sessions:
- You contribute to a global effort to address climate change within the tourism sector.
- You gain valuable insights and inspiration from industry leaders and experts.
- You have the opportunity to showcase your own initiatives and learn from others.
- You become part of a network that fosters collaboration and partnership toward shared sustainability goals.
How Can You Get Involved?
Participation in the Global Roundtable is open to stakeholders across the tourism spectrum—businesses, governments, NGOs, and individuals passionate about climate action. Your voice and contributions are vital whether you’re already implementing initiatives or seeking to learn from others.
Please mark your calendars and join us in advancing the low-carbon and climate-resilient tourism agenda. Together, let’s make a difference.
Event Details:
- Morning session: 14th May at 09:30 AM – 11:00 AM (CEST): Registration here
- Afternoon session: 15th May at 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM (CEST): Registration here
- Location: Virtual/ Online
For detailed information and to register, visit the event page here.
Let’s take action for a sustainable future.
by the Green Initiative team.
