With 75% of global travellers saying they want to travel more sustainably and searches for 'sustainable trips' growing by over 191%, now's the time to show your commitment to our people, place and planet and get accredited.
Destination North East England is offering fully funded Green Tourism memberships to tourism and hospitality businesses.
Green Tourism promotes greener ways for businesses and organisations to operate by offering advice on:
- Reducing energy use
- Saving water
- Efficient & eco-friendly waste disposal
- Ethical buying
- Staying local & seasonal
- Minimising food miles
- Promoting biodiversity
The awards certification programme Green Tourism run recognises the commitment of tourism businesses which are actively working to become more sustainable. The Bronze/Silver/Gold awards are acknowledged worldwide as an indicator of good environmentally-friendly practice, and are a great way of progressing on a green journey as well as acting as a hallmark of ‘green quality’, attracting custom from increasing numbers of eco-minded visitors.
