Can tourism support resource circularity in small islands? On-field analysis and intervention proposals in Madagascar
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.Tourism can drive waste recovery and recycling in low-income island nations. By involving local partners and international experts, tourist centers can become hubs for circular economy approaches to solid waste management (SWM).
Area Of Science
- Environmental Science
- Waste Management
- Sustainable Tourism
Background
- Open dumping and burning of solid waste are prevalent issues in low-income countries, particularly on small islands.
- Tourism exacerbates waste management challenges on islands due to increased waste generation.
Purpose Of The Study
- To explore how tourism can foster waste recovery and recycling in Nosy Be, Madagascar.
- To assess the current solid waste management (SWM) system and identify opportunities for improvement.
Main Methods
- Field analysis
- Interviews with local stakeholders
- Waste flow analysis
- Stakeholder mapping and involvement
Main Results
- Approximately 95% of waste in Nosy Be is openly dumped, burned, or discarded at sea.
- Active participation of local partners supported by international experts is crucial for effective SWM.
- Touristic centers can serve as focal points for circular economy models.
Conclusions
- Tourism can be a catalyst for implementing circular economy approaches in waste management.
- International cooperation and 'green tourism marketing' can support low-income communities in improving SWM practices.
- Developing financial support and separated waste streams are key components for successful implementation.
Keywords:
Small islands developing states circular economy developing countries low-income countries resource recovery solid waste management tourism wasteView abstract on PubMed
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