Viewing entries tagged with ' Climate Action'
LAY WASTE TO LANDFILL: MT BARNEY LODGE RECYCLING FOR A CAUSE
For many, landfill is a convenient and final waste management solution for materials that tend to hang around longer than we wish they would. But for some tourism operators, diverting waste from landfill was the only option for a sustainable future – and it meant getting creative. The waste series ‘Lay Waste to Landfill’ explores the outstanding innovations from our ECO certified operators who go above and beyond to turn their waste management systems into a force for good.
HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY FROM ECOTOURISM AUSTRALIA’S NEWEST (ANIMAL) ADDITIONS
Happy Mother’s Day 2021! As always, this is a chance to reflect on and be thankful for the mothers who have helped us grow and become the people we are today. There are many mothers to celebrate this year, particularly those who have been busy raising their newborn calves, pups, and joeys at our Ecotourism Australia’s certified zoos and wildlife parks! Read on to see how these mums have been introducing their babies to the world.
WILD ADVENTURES MELBOURNE GAINS ADVANCED ECOTOURISM AND CLIMATE ACTION BUSINESS CERTIFICATIONS
Congratulations to Wild Adventures Melbourne, or WAM, for entering Ecotourism Australia’s family with both the Advanced Ecotourism and the Climate Action Business certifications!
CONGRATULATIONS TO REEF ECOLOGIC FOR ACHIEVING CLIMATE ACTION BUSINESS CERTIFICATION
Ecotourism Australia is proud to announce Reef Ecologic as a new addition to the family. Based in Townsville (QLD), the Marine Environmental Consultancy has achieved Climate Action Business Certification. The Climate Action Certification program recognises Reef Ecologic’s commitment and dedication to sustainable practices that address climate change.
BAREFOOT TOURS ACHIEVES A HAT TRICK OF CERTIFICATION
You know an operator is committed to the principles of ecotourism when they achieve Advanced Ecotourism, Climate Action Business and Respecting our Culture (ROC) certification all on their first attempt. We are very proud to welcome Cairns-based Barefoot Tours to the Ecotourism Australia family!
CITY TERRACES APARTMENTS CAIRNS ACHIEVES CLIMATE ACTION BUSINESS CERTIFICATION
Congratulations to City Terraces Apartments Cairns for becoming a certified Climate Action Business! This accommodation identifies itself as a clean, caring, convenient holiday accommodation in the heart of Cairns CBD, but what it offers is much more. Popular with holiday makers and corporate guests who seek a quiet, green retreat, City Terraces Apartments Cairns has a communal feel which reflects the owners’ commitment to sustainability.
THE JOY OF RUNNING A BUSINESS SUSTAINABLY
When you speak to Toni Brennan, CEO of multi-award-winning tour company Fun Over Fifty, a few things strike you about her simultaneously: her dedication to excellence, her undeniable commitment to sustainable tourism and her humour.
CONGRATULATIONS TO CENTRAL COAST MARINE DISCOVERY CENTRE FOR ACHIEVING CERTIFICATION
Congratulations to the Central Coast Marine Discovery Centre (CCMDC) for achieving Advanced Ecotourism and Climate Action Business Certification for their Central Coast Marine Discovery Centre, Schools Program and Wings, Whales and Wildflower Tours!
INDIGENOUS CULTURE AT THE FOREFRONT
Operating in the prehistoric surroundings of the Daintree, Cairns Adventure Group believe it is imperative to keep Indigenous culture at the forefront of their guests’ entire experience, beginning with proper Australian welcome. Traditional Owners, the Kuku Yalanji people, offer daily welcome to country and smoke ceremonies for all new visitors, showcasing traditional Australia on a worldwide scale. This gives guests insight into the Kuku Yalanji’s special relationship with this iconic location as well as supporting the Mossman Gorge center's Indigenous training program.
SWELL LODGE ACHIEVES ADVANCED ECOTOURISM AND CLIMATE ACTION BUSINESS CERTIFICATION
Congratulations to Swell Lodge on achieving Advanced Ecotourism and Climate Action Business Certification for their Swell Lodge and Nature Tours!