The COVID-19 crisis has shown the importance of sustainability. From economic resilience and risk preparedness to the improvements in our natural environment and reduced climate emissions, there are many benefits to having sustainability at the heart of your business

With the initial phase of the crisis over and a lull before visitors return, now is the time to think ahead. Use this opportunity to plan for the recovery that will inevitably happen. Look at actions you can take to ensure your business emerges more economically sustainable, with positive engagement with the community, innovative and visitor-focused products or services and making a positive contribution to the environment.

Sustainability Assessment Tool

An online sustainability assessment tool and action plan template has been released by TIA. The free assessment includes a 15-minute questionnaire about your current activities and generates a customised plan of priority actions for you to focus on, with links to useful resources and tools. It is accompanied by a downloadable template to help you create a plan for your short, medium and long-term goals.

The resources are available free for all businesses that have signed up to the Tourism Sustainability Commitment. Signing up is free and relevant to any business or organisation that has visitors. Here is the link to sign up.