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Green Globe
Mission Statement: Green Globe's mission is to support sustainable travel and tourism enterprises around the world through certification and education. Key Initiatives: Certification programs, sustainability training, and consumer awareness campaigns.
Rainforest Alliance
Mission Statement: The Rainforest Alliance works to conserve biodiversity and ensure sustainable livelihoods by transforming land-use practices, business practices, and consumer behavior. Key Initiatives: Sustainable Agriculture, Forest Certification, and Eco-Tourism.
Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics
Mission Statement: The Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics teaches people how to enjoy the outdoors responsibly. Key Initiatives: Educational training, research, community outreach, and Leave No Trace Awareness Workshops.
Travel Foundation
Mission Statement: The Travel Foundation partners with businesses and governments to ensure that tourism brings greater benefits for people and the environment. Key Initiatives: Destination management, local economic benefits, and resource efficiency in tourism.
Sustainable Travel International
Mission Statement: Sustainable Travel International's mission is to protect and conserve our planet's most vulnerable destinations by transforming tourism's impact on nature and people. Key Initiatives: Eco-certification, carbon offset programs, and educational resources.
Ecotourism Australia
Mission Statement: Ecotourism Australia fosters sustainable tourism practices that conserve the environment and improve the wellbeing of local people. Key Initiatives: The ECO Certification, EcoGuide Certification, and advocacy for responsible tourism.
Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC)
Mission Statement: The GSTC establishes and manages global sustainable standards with the aim of increasing sustainable tourism knowledge and practices among public and private stakeholders. Key Initiatives: Sustainability criteria for destinations and industry, training programs, and accreditation services.
Tourism Cares
Mission Statement: Tourism Cares aims to benefit society and the environment by preserving and enriching the travel experience for future generations. Key Initiaries: Volunteer programs, grants to heritage sites, and educational initiatives.
Center for Responsible Travel (CREST)
Mission Statement: CREST is dedicated to increasing the positive global impact of responsible tourism. Key Initiatives: Policy-oriented research, field projects, responsible travel guides, and travel philanthropy.
Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA)
Mission Statement: ATTA serves as a global leader for the adventure travel industry, promoting sustainable development through responsible tourism practices. Key Initiatives: Adventure travel community building, educational events, and research on adventure tourism.
World Wildlife Fund (WWF)
Mission Statement: World Wildlife Fund's mission is to conserve nature and reduce the most pressing threats to the diversity of life on Earth. Key Initiatives: Wildlife conservation, combating climate change, and promoting sustainable tourism to protect natural habitats.
Conservation International
Mission Statement: Conservation International works to empower societies to responsibly and sustainably care for nature for the well-being of humanity. Key Initiatives: Biodiversity conservation, ecosystem protection, and promoting eco-friendly tourism practices.
The International Ecotourism Society (TIES)
Mission Statement: TIES promotes ecotourism as a tool that encourages sustainable development and fosters respect for different cultures and environmental awareness. Key Initiatives: Ecotourism principles development, education and training, and promoting the benefits of ecotourism.
The Nature Conservancy
Mission Statement: The Nature Conservancy's mission is to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends. Key Initiatives: Land preservation, water conservation, and promoting sustainable practices in tourism and other industries.
Ocean Conservancy
Mission Statement: Ocean Conservancy works to protect the ocean from today's greatest global challenges by creating science-based solutions for a healthy ocean and the wildlife and communities that depend on it. Key Initiatives: Beach cleanups, advocating for sustainable seafood, and promoting ocean-friendly travel.
Planeterra
Mission Statement: Planeterra harnesses the power of the tourism industry to direct travelers' dollars into local communities. Key Initiatives: Community development through tourism, capacity building, and the establishment of social enterprises in travel destinations.
Fair Trade Tourism
Mission Statement: Fair Trade Tourism advocates for fair and responsible tourism practices in southern Africa, ensuring that the people who contribute their land, resources, labour and knowledge to tourism are the ones who reap the benefits. Key Initiatives: Fair Trade certification for tourism establishments, promoting ethical tourism experiences, and engaging with local stakeholders.
The Blue Flag Programme
Mission Statement: The Blue Flag Programme's mission is to promote sustainable development in freshwater and marine areas by challenging local authorities and beach operators to achieve high standards in water quality, safety, environmental education, and management. Key Initiatives: Blue Flag certification for beaches and marinas, environmental education, and promoting eco-friendly water sports.
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