There is a range of government and industry initiatives to help tourism operators adopt better environmental management practices.
NSW Government initiatives
Sustainability Advantage
The Sustainability Advantage program is assisting organisations across New South Wales to achieve increased competitiveness and improved bottom lines through better environmental practices.
Love Food Hate Waste
The Food Donation Tool Kit can save your business money and ensures your surplus food is provided to support those in need.
Basix
The Building Sustainability Index (BASIX) ensures homes are designed using specific water and energy targets. These principles can also be applied to other types of construction.
Australian Government resources and initiatives
Green Vehicle Guide
Provides information on environmental performance of new light vehicles sold in Australia.
Tourism industry accreditation
Ecotourism Australia
Administers an Eco Certification program which provides an assurance that eco certified products are backed by a commitment to best practice ecological sustainability.
Earthcheck
Provides evaluation and certification for tourism operators.
Other resources
NSW Business Chamber
The NSW Business Chamber works with members to provide practical information and advice that helps business to implement a solution.
