Promoting inclusive green business practices in the tourism sector

When it comes to nature tourism, Uganda has a comparative advantage, but protecting its resource base is critical. For tourist accommodations, an environmentally sound operation is increasingly important, both from an operational point of view – lower costs and security of supply – and from a marketing perspective. Unsound operations can have a negative impact on the tourist experience and on the flora, fauna and cultural heritage of the host environment. With an increasing number of tourists coming to Uganda, the need for environmentally sound operations is becoming more pressing. The technologies and services needed to achieve environmentally sound operations are currently not readily available and need to be developed. This project aims to foster the development of sustainable tourism in Uganda, and in particular the adoption of sustainable consumption and production practices as part of that development.