Skip to content
Trellis Trellis
  • Topics
  • Events
    In-person Events
    View All
    • Trellis Impact 25
    • VERGE
    • Bloom
    • GreenFin
    • GreenBiz
    • Circularity
  • Webinars
  • Network
  • Job Board
  • About
  • Subscribe
Download
Resource

A Practical Guide to Good Practice: Managing Environmental and Social Issues in the Accommodations Sector

April 14, 2003

This guide, written by and for tour operators, identifies ten environmental and social issues critical to the long-term success of the travel industry. The guide provides information to managers on topics such as:

  • Conserving energy and water
  • Managing waste
  • Using chemicals
  • Purchasing
  • Contributing to community development and biodiversity conservation
  • Developing environmental management systems and staff management

For each issue, the guide offers a brief summary, the business benefits for adopting good practices, and a sample of actions that managers can adopt to improve the performance of their facilities. References to additional resources are also provided.

Featured resources

A Tech-Driven Approach to Nature-Based Carbon Capture 
Sponsored
A Tech-Driven Approach to Nature-Based Carbon Capture 
Powering Net Zero: Aligning Budgets, Data and Teams for Smarter Electrification
Sponsored
Powering Net Zero: Aligning Budgets, Data and Teams for Smarter Electrification
The Definitive Guide to Global Energy Attribute Certificates
Sponsored
The Definitive Guide to Global Energy Attribute Certificates
Future-Proof with Sustainability: How Climate Action Builds Resilient, Profitable Businesses
Future-Proof with Sustainability: How Climate Action Builds Resilient, Profitable Businesses
Sphera 2025 Scope 3 Report: Forge a Path to Climate Leadership
Sponsored
Sphera 2025 Scope 3 Report: Forge a Path to Climate Leadership
The CEO’s Guide to Next-Level Business Transformation and Resilience
Sponsored
The CEO’s Guide to Next-Level Business Transformation and Resilience
Why North American Companies Need ESG Supply Chain Visibility for a Hyper-Risk World
Sponsored
Why North American Companies Need ESG Supply Chain Visibility for a Hyper-Risk World
CSRD Omnibus Simplification Proposal: Key Changes & Business Impact
Sponsored
CSRD Omnibus Simplification Proposal: Key Changes & Business Impact
CSRD Success: From Double Materiality to Climate Transition Plan and Reporting
Sponsored
CSRD Success: From Double Materiality to Climate Transition Plan and Reporting
The Ultimate Guide to Fleet Electrification
Sponsored
The Ultimate Guide to Fleet Electrification
Trellis
Sign in to Trellis Network
Explore
  • Resources
  • Articles
  • Webinars
Events
  • Trellis Impact 25
  • VERGE
  • Bloom
  • GreenFin
  • GreenBiz
  • Circularity
Products
  • Trellis Network
  • Trellis Briefing
  • Events
  • Media Kit
  • Job Board
About
  • Company
  • Careers
  • Editorial Guidelines
  • Contact Us
Follow Us
  • Cookies
  • Privacy Policy
© 2025 Trellis Group Inc.
Get real case studies and takeaways straight to your inbox. Learn more

Stay informed

Subscribe to Trellis Briefing to receive the latest sustainability news & trends directly in your inbox.
Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.
Loading