CLEAN : Seychelles islands witness tussle between protection of tourism and tortoises

The video discusses the concerns of conservationists and sustainable developers regarding over tourism and its impact on the environment. It emphasizes the importance of minimal development to preserve natural resources and maintain clean waters. The video also highlights a successful initiative to reduce plastic waste by producing and bottling water locally, which saved around 400,000 plastic bottles in a year.

What is a major concern for conservationists and sustainable developers?

• Over-tourism

• Lack of tourists

• Excessive wildlife

• Urban development

Why is it important to keep development to a minimum in certain areas?

• To preserve inherited natural environments

• To increase tourist numbers

• To reduce costs

• To build more attractions

What is emphasized as crucial for maintaining natural attractions?

• Increasing fishing activities

• Building new hotels

• Expanding urban areas

• Keeping the marine environment clean

How did the initiative aim to reduce plastic waste?

• By importing water from abroad

• By banning plastic bottles

• By producing and bottling local water

• By recycling old bottles

What was the source of the water used in the plastic waste reduction initiative?

• Mount Dubon

• A desalination plant

• A local river

• Imported from another country