Sustainable Tourism
A Greener Worcestershire
Worcestershire's beautiful natural landscape is a real asset in
attracting visitors into the County.
From the Malvern Hills and the woodlands of the Wyre Forest to a
multitude of other countryside sites, there are plenty of
experiences on offer.
Have you considered the impact of your tourism business,
positive and negative, on the environment on which you rely?
For Planet and Profit
Improving the environmental performance of your business makes
sense for the planet and your profit margins. Green up
your business and it could help:
- Cut your fuel bills and waste disposal costs, as well as your
carbon emissions
- Comply with ever increasing environmental legislation
- Attract more custom, as demand for services that operate in an
environmentally responsible manner grows.
Energy
Contact Act On Energy for advice
on efficient heating, insulation, grants available and more.
Use
low energy light bulbs, available in a wide range of outputs,
shapes & sizes.
Compare energy costs of
thousands of electrical appliances, including TVs, fridges &
other white goods.
The Hereford and Worcester Chamber
of Commerce offer energy efficiency consultation and
advice for county businesses. 0845 641 1641.
Waste & Recycling
Visit the Worcestershire Waste Mission (Im)possible website for tips on
reducing waste.
Find out about recycling items
such as furniture, electrical goods, bicycles and more whilst
supporting local charities.
Many businesses can save up to 50% of their water costs through
implementing simple and inexpensive water minimisation
measures.
Greener Transport
Find out about sustainable
transport options, such as walking, cycling and public
transport and promote them to your visitors.
Buy Local
Use local suppliers of
Worcestershire produce, organic box schemes, farmers markets and
lots more.
Get Advice
Envirowise have lots
of useful information on their hospitality
factsheets.
Check out our awards page for
details of accreditation schemes for sustainable tourism
businesses.
Find local tourism businesses registered with the Green Tourism
Business Scheme on the Destination
Worcestershire website.
