Plan B Framework

OUR APPROACH FOR
CLIMATE FRIENDLY TRAVEL

Tourism Businesses like yourself, are facing an overwhelming task of rethinking your business to survive and thrive within the increasingly environmentally conscious market.
CFT Growth introduces a paradigm shift in defining growth that aligns with climate objectives. SUNx Institute has developed a Plan B framework which aims to separate tourism expansion from emissions, emphasising the principles of Paris 1.5, SDG Linked and becoming Nature Positive.
Discover the different action areas of the framework, and how you can apply them to your own business operations.

OUR THREE CLIMATE FRIENDLY TRAVEL PILLARS:

Paris 1.5 Action Areas call for tourism businesses to respond to climate risks, while simultaneously limiting their emissions to meet the target set by the Paris Agreement. By evaluating their climate risks and implementing urgent responses, enhancing energy efficiency, and integrating low-carbon transportation, these actions enable tourism businesses to address the effects of climate change while transitioning to decarbonization.
Climate change poses significant challenges to the tourism industry. These challenges manifest in various forms, from rising sea levels and intensifying storms to shifting weather patterns and increased frequency of extreme weather events. Addressing these risks requires tourism businesses to understand, prepare and effectively manage the risk posed by climate change. At the same time, it means having to build the capacity to withstand and recover from its impacts. This means increasing the adaptive capacity of businesses and taking action to reduce vulnerability.
Energy efficiency means reducing energy waste and optimising energy use, while also incorporating clean and renewable energy sources. This means using efficient technologies and building designs, as well as implementing good energy management practices and encouraging energy conservation behaviours for guests and staff
Low-carbon transport refers to transportation methods that produce significantly lower levels of greenhouse gas emissions compared to traditional fossil fuel-powered vehicles. For tourism businesses, implementing and promoting low-carbon transport options is crucial in reducing the overall carbon footprint associated with guest and staff travel.
The SDG-linked Action Areas embodies human and economic development, and promotes a CFT and circular economy. By focusing on these action areas, tourism businesses can bolster their reputation, appeal to eco-conscious travellers, and make significant contributions to advancing sustainable development.
Water consumption refers to the total amount of water used in your operations. Tourism businesses need to manage water resources sustainably, especially in regions with water scarcity. Areas where tourism business consumer the most water include: guest rooms, kitchens and dining, laundry, swimming pools and spas, landscaping and gardens, as well as cooling systems. Therefore, it is important to implement several different strategies to tackle all aspects of water consumption.
Waste reduction, involves minimising the amount of waste generated in your tourism operation. This encompasses reducing food waste, recycling, composting, and embracing circularity to ensure waste is managed sustainably and resources are conserved. The key areas of waste generation in tourism businesses are guest rooms, food and beverage services, housekeeping and maintenance, administrative offices, and from conferences and events.
Local sourcing in tourism refers to the practice of procuring food, ingredients, and other products from suppliers close to the business. Local sourcing emphasises reducing the distance between production and consumption, supporting local economies, and promoting CFT.
CFT Training helps your business towards CFT Growth through education and skills development for your staff
Community engagement involves actively participating and contributing to the local community, building strong relationships with local residents, businesses and organisations which fosters a positive impact on both the community and your business. Key practices involve local partnerships, support for local events and causes, and guest engagement.
CFT Commitment means actively promoting your commitment to Climate Friendly Travel through the SUNx Education programs, as well as engagement with CFT events, Chapter leaders and Partner Solutions.
The Nature Positive Action Areas signifies progress toward complete ecological restoration, reversing biodiversity declines while allowing species and ecosystems to regenerate. Essentially, it entails safeguarding and nurturing the natural environment. Through these efforts, tourism businesses can play a proactive role in biodiversity conservation, reduce their environmental footprint, and achieve Nature Positive status.
Tourism businesses that protect habitat and local wildlife ensure that their operations do not harm the surrounding natural environment and the native species inhabiting it. This involves sustainable land use practices, eco-friendly operations, and active participation in conservation and restoration efforts.
Tourism businesses adopting a nature-positive approach recognize the importance of engaging guests in their sustainability efforts. This involves providing educational materials and signage, and offering programs and activities that involve guests in conservation efforts.
Tourism businesses adopting a Nature Positive approach prioritise working with sustainable suppliers to minimise their environmental footprint and support ethical practices. This involves sourcing products and services that have a reduced negative impact on human health, the environment, and society. Developing an approach to assess and prioritise sustainable suppliers is important for any business.
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