SDG 7: Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all

Tourism can be a major game-changer in sustainable development when it realises its full potential to ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all. In light of the recent climate change debates, it has become very well known that tourism is a very energy-intensive sector. This implies that if they take action they can globally accelerate the shift towards increased renewable energy shares in the global energy mix. ⠀
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Well, they can help reduce greenhouse gasses, mitigate climate change and contribute to access to energy for all. How and what precisely, you may wonder. Mostly by promoting investments in clean energy sources, new equipment and technologies that are up to date with the highest standards and hold a credible certification. Another important way is to involve communities when making decisions about those clean energy investments. Equally relevant are hosting prevention programs for security and health.⠀