Zero Waste Strategies for Tourism Destinations

By Kuldeep Singh

Tourism destinations face increasing pressure to balance economic growth with environmental responsibility. Adopting zero-waste strategies has become essential for reducing the environmental impact of tourism while preserving natural and cultural resources and enhancing long-term destination sustainability.

Zero Waste Strategies for Tourism Destinations examines practical and policy-driven approaches to sustainable waste management across the tourism sector. The chapters explore environmental management, hazardous waste, food waste reduction, eco-friendly hospitality practices, sustainable cruise tourism, plastic and e-waste, renewable energy, rural and coastal tourism, digital technologies for waste management, green marketing, and case studies from diverse tourism destinations. By combining contemporary research with real-world examples, the book provides valuable insights into implementing zero-waste practices that support responsible tourism development and improve environmental performance.

Key Features:

-Explores zero-waste strategies for tourism destinations and hospitality services.
-Examines sustainable waste management through practical case studies.
-Covers digital technologies, renewable energy and green marketing in tourism.
-Highlights policy, community and industry approaches for advancing sustainable tourism practices.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0HHWXHDSN
• ISBN13: 9798898816834
• Release Date: August 2026
• Publisher: Bentham Science Publishers
• Length: 302 Pages
• Weight: 1.62 lbs.
• Dimensions: 10.0" x 0.7" x 7.0"