Advancing zero-waste practices and sustainable mobility to protect the environment

Intro

Overview and Topic Plan

This topic explores environmental issues through the application of zero waste principles and
sustainable mobility to reduce pollution and damage to ecosystems. Learners will be introduced to waste reduction strategies such as sorting, recycling and composting. It also highlights the role of sustainable transport in reducing carbon footprints and promoting cleaner travel habits.

Topics:

  1. Zero Waste Principles and Practices in Tourism to Reduce Environmental Damage
  2. Sustainable Transport in Leisure Tourism
  3. Integrating Sustainable Practices into Tourism Activities

Key Words

  • Environmental issues
  • zero waste principles
  • waste reduction strategies
  • sorting, recycling, composting
  • eco-friendly mobility options
  • pollution reduction
  • carbon footprint
  • integration of sustainable practices
  • leisure tourism

Skills and Knowledge (non-exhaustive)

Skills:

  • Apply effective waste management methods in the tourism and hospitality sector.
  • Integrate zero waste principles and sustainable practices into daily operations.
  • Evaluate and select environmentally friendly transport options

Knowledge:

  • Understand the impact of waste on the environment and the importance of zero waste practices.
  • Explain waste management strategies in tourism activities.
  • Understand the principles and importance of sustainable transport in tourism and leisure activities.