In Thailand new holiday resorts and tourism projects are designed with sustainability in mind.
Do men have a larger carbon footprint? Are women more eco-conscious? And why does gender and global warming matter? GLOBAL IDEAS spoke to Ulrike Röhr, an expert on gender issues and climate change.
Women and climate change
As global warming changes the face of alpine regions, Swiss tourism is adapting to new realities.
Namibia's deserts and unspoilt nature attract thousands of tourists every year. With many increasingly interested in sustainable holidaying, Namibia is now focusing on regenerative energies and protecting biodiversity.
It's long known that mass tourism poses a serious threat to the environment. An increasing number of holidaymakers are opting for eco-tourism which aims to protect travel destinations and their natural surroundings.
A project in Malawi is helping popularize energy-efficient stoves and making women stakeholders.
Global warming affects people and communities around the world in very different ways. But locals, experts and policymakers are working on diverse and imaginative ideas that help deal with the impact of climate change.
