Tourism Topic 2.4 Environmental Impacts of Tourism

What is a positive environmental impact of tourism?

• Pollution

• Natural conservation and preservation

• Overdependence on tourism

• Cultural clashes

How can tourism contribute to greenhouse gas emissions?

• Stable local environments

• Increased travel using fossil fuels

• Proper waste management

• Cultural preservation

How can tourism negatively impact wildlife habitats?

• Stable local traditions

• Construction of tourism facilities

• Cultural preservation

• Increased natural conservation

How can tourism contribute to natural conservation efforts?

• Decreasing local interest in environmental protection

• Generating revenue for maintaining and preserving natural sites

• Increasing pollution

• Exploiting natural resources

How does tourism contribute to pollution?

• Decreasing travel demand

• Traveling by air, land, and sea using fossil fuels

• Enhancing natural conservation

• Stable local environments

What is an example of tourism contributing to environmental sustainability?

• Economic leakages

• Natural conservation and preservation efforts

• Cultural clashes

• Overuse of natural resources

What is a common environmental issue caused by improper waste disposal from tourism?

• Enhanced local traditions

• Pollution and environmental degradation

• Increased natural conservation

• Stable local environments

What is a negative environmental impact of tourism?

• Economic growth

• Cultural preservation

• Pollution and greenhouse gas emissions

• Income generation

What is a positive impact of tourism on local ecosystems?

• Cultural clashes

• Natural resource depletion

• Enhanced cultural ecosystem services

• Economic leakages

How can tourism revenue benefit environmental conservation projects?

• Decreasing local interest

• Funding and supporting conservation efforts

• Increasing pollution

• Economic leakages