Green Tourism
A few sustainable steps you could take:
Save electricity with energy saving light bulbs
Use green cleaning products
Save and re-use your plastic bags/find alternatives
Take advantage of your recycling collections provided by the Council
Advise visitors to your business to use public transport or walk where possible
Insert hippos or a save-a-flush device in your toilet cisterns
Never leave your electricals on standby
Avoid buying lots of packaging
Buy local produce
Let nature take its course, compost your organic waste
Encourage hotel guests to request their sheets/towels are not washed every day
How can you be more sustainable?
- If you organise events, have a look at this guidance for greener events
- Get recognised for your efforts and get that marketing advantage, become accredited with the Green Tourism Business Scheme/David Bellamy Conservation Award
- Purchase local 'Direct from Dorset' produce
Useful links:
- Recycling information for the Borough
- Use the Future Footprint resources to highlight what is special and distinct about your area, including local food and drink, and nearby cultural and heritage events and activities
- South West Tourism Alliance
