Sustainabilty they are buying .
The strategy also aims to achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals in the social and economic areas , in the areas of heritage , resources , environment and climate and in the area of governance for sustainability . In this way , the tourist activity developed in the city of Valencia , in line with the commitments of the Visit Valencia Foundation and Global Omnium , is adapted to the environmental needs marked by the UN , the European Green Deal and the new Spanish Ecological Transition Law , which will have important implications for the sector .
With regards to Tenerife , it holds a certification that attests to its commitment to the Biosphere methodology . This certification is bestowed by the Responsible Tourism Institute ( RTI ) and validates the destination ’ s efforts in social , economic and environmental sustainability through actions such as embracing diversity – Tenerife has historically served as a crossroads between Africa , Europe and the Americas , its population is welcoming and accommodating to individuals from all corners of the globe ; it is also committed to accessibility , ensuring the integration of travellers in all environments , both physical and digital , as well as in transportation , hospitality and services . It has created the Tenerife Solidarity Island Programme with over 600 non-profit associations and entities that work voluntarily and collectively to address population inequality ; they also host an Office for Environmental Participation and Volunteering allowing the island ’ s flora and fauna to recuperate from human impact , this includes reforestation and the zero footprint initiative organised by the Tenerife Tourist authorities .
Tenerife is the first destination globally to implement a Tourism AI Master Plan , it has Blockchain and Cybersecurity plans geared up to enhance travellers ’ experiences through
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knowledge enhancement and improved security .
They have created the Integratur Programme where , in collaboration with local entrepreneurs and municipalities , they promote initiatives that highlight unique resources , this includes activities like promoting local products in farmers ’ markets .
In October 2022 the Tenerife Tourism Authorities signed the Glasgow Pact , endorsed by the United Nations , committing the tourism sector to a 50 % reduction in CO2 emissions by 2030 .
Among many other initiatives they recently opened up a new bio-stabilisation plant , preventing the burial of over 76,000 tons of waste annually , and they are committed to constructing five more water treatment plants , expanding the island ’ s capacity and promoting circular economy-based agricultural production .
What steps are some of the Spanish destinations taking to support the events industry in achieving net-zero carbon emissions ? It is essential for organisers to define their objective of achieving net-zero carbon emissions for their event and to have a clear understanding of this goal , along with a strong commitment to offsetting all carbon emissions associated with the event .
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The Madrid Convention Bureau has introduced a valuable tool , called PLUS , to facilitate sustainability in every event , a digital platform designed to assist organisers in effectively managing the environmental impact and legacy of their events . Aligned with the UN ’ s 17 Sustainable Development Goals ( SDGs ) of the UN 2030 Agenda , PLUS enables the generation of customised sustainability reports for each meeting held in Madrid .
In addition to sustainability reporting , PLUS also offers a user-friendly CO2 calculator that enables event organisers to calculate the carbon footprint of their events accurately . This comprehensive carbon footprint analysis covers all stages of event implementation , including design , preparation , set-up , development , and takedown . The data provided by the analysis serves as an overall environmental indicator of the event and serves as a fundamental reference point for taking actions to reduce energy consumption .
The PLUS CO2 calculator simplifies the estimation of carbon emissions generated as a result of meeting or event organisation . By identifying major emissions sources and converting them into CO2 equivalents using widely accepted conversion factors , the calculator provides valuable insights
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