Original scientific paper
https://doi.org/10.37741/t.73.2.14
Tourism Enterprise’s Level of Climate Action Literacy and Measuring, Monitoring and Reporting of Emissions
Anita Conefrey
; Department of Marketing Tourism and Sport, School of Business and Social Science, Atlantic Technological University Sligo, Ash Lane, Sligo, Ireland
James Hanrahan
; Department of Marketing Tourism and Sport, School of Business and Social Science, Atlantic Technological University Sligo, Ash Lane, Sligo, Ireland
Abstract
This paper examines the critical issue of decarbonising emissions in the tourism industry, aiming for a 51% reduction by 2030 and Net-Zero emissions by 2050. It focuses on climate action literacy and the level of engagement by tourism enterprises in emissions monitoring and reporting. The study uses a quantitative research tool developed through desk-based research to investigate tourism enterprises' climate action practices.
The key finding is that while enterprises have sufficient climate action knowledge, there is a significant gap in
applying this knowledge, particularly in the regular measurement, monitoring, and reporting of emissions.
The study highlights the need for targeted upskilling and training to enable enterprises to decarbonise effectively.
It also emphasises the importance of supporting tourism enterprises in measuring their environmental impact, assessing sustainability, and contributing to climate change mitigation efforts.
Keywords
climate action literacy; decarbonisation; tourism emissions; Net-Zero; sustainable destination management and development
Hrčak ID:
329991
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Publication date:
8.4.2025.
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