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The headquarters are in Vienna, and it is represented in 35 developing countries.
UNIDO was set up in 1966 and became a specialized agency of the United Nations in 1985.
As part of the United Nations common system, UNIDO has responsibility for promoting Sustainable Industrial Development throughout the developing world, in cooperation with its 171 Member States.
Global Network
The UNIDO–UNEP RECP Programme builds upon the capacities of 42 National Cleaner Production Centers (NCPCs) and Programmes (NCPPs) established worldwide
Five common service areas Awareness building and information dissemination Professional training In plant assessments/technical assistance Policy advice Transfer of Environmentally Sound Technologies
NEGATIVE ASPECTS
OF TOURISM Contribution with about 5,3% to
greenhouse effect
High consumption of resources
(water, energy) and production
of waste
Destruction of landscapes and
threat for biodiversity
Change of local cultures and
ways of living
Deficient participation of local
communities and unsatisfactory
working conditions etc
NEGATIVE ASPECTS
OF TOURISM Contribution with about 5,3% to
greenhouse effect
High consumption of resources
(water, energy) and production
of waste
Destruction of landscapes and
threat for biodiversity
Change of local cultures and
ways of living
Deficient participation of local
communities and unsatisfactory
working conditions etc
POSITIVE ASPECTS
OF TOURISM
It creates jobs
Important contribution to the
growth of the economy
New technologies are spread
Tourism brings people from
different nations and cultures
together
Cultural treasures and scenic
attractions are protected (they
attract visitors) etc
POSITIVE ASPECTS
OF TOURISM
It creates jobs
Important contribution to the
growth of the economy
New technologies are spread
Tourism brings people from
different nations and cultures
together
Cultural treasures and scenic
attractions are protected (they
attract visitors) etc
RECP & Tourism Industry
Objective: to support Green Industry by improving resource
productivity and environmental
performance of industry and service sector
Objective: to support Green Industry by improving resource
productivity and environmental
performance of industry and service sector
Tourism Industry
UNIDO has experience in the practical applications of RECP in the tourism sector and its supply chain, particularly in the introduction of techniques and technologies related to CP, energy efficiency and renewable energy as well as the incorporation of Cooperate Social Responsibility (CSR) elements.
UNIDO Tourism initiatives
UNIDO is the executing agency for GEF project in 9 African countries to reduce the impact of tourism related land-based activities on coastal waters
Member of the Marrakech Task Force on Sustainable Tourism
Sustainable Tourism Projects in Bulgaria and Romania
Public-Private Partnership with Kuoni to advance low carbon and sustainable tourism
According to the latest UNIDO survey:•About 50 % of the UNIDO-UNEP NCPCs and NCPPs have undertaken tourism-related projects implementing CP and CSR options in the accommodation sector and its supply chain → more than 200 projects worldwide
Results obtained:•Reduced production of waste, more efficient consumption of water, energy savings, better working conditions and advanced market competitiveness•Reduced pollution & emission of CO2 as a result of more resource-efficient operational management
According to the latest UNIDO survey:•About 50 % of the UNIDO-UNEP NCPCs and NCPPs have undertaken tourism-related projects implementing CP and CSR options in the accommodation sector and its supply chain → more than 200 projects worldwide
Results obtained:•Reduced production of waste, more efficient consumption of water, energy savings, better working conditions and advanced market competitiveness•Reduced pollution & emission of CO2 as a result of more resource-efficient operational management
RECP project for the Sustainable Tourism in Bulgaria (2007-2010)
• Objective: to enhance the productivity and competitiveness of the tourism industry in Bulgaria by fostering the dissemination and the implementation of Cleaner Production and Corporate Social Responsibility concepts
• Objective: to enhance the productivity and competitiveness of the tourism industry in Bulgaria by fostering the dissemination and the implementation of Cleaner Production and Corporate Social Responsibility concepts
Activities
• Awareness building and information dissemination• Professional training• In plant assessments/technical assistance• Policy advice• Transfer of Environmentally Sound Technologies
Results
• 20 national experts trained on CP• 20 national experts trained on CSR• CP and CSR activities implemented
in 20 hotels from 3 different areas• Promotion of Sustainable
Destination Management Organizations
• Economic, Social & Environmental benefits
Results
• 20 national experts trained on CP• 20 national experts trained on CSR• CP and CSR activities implemented
in 20 hotels from 3 different areas• Promotion of Sustainable
Destination Management Organizations
• Economic, Social & Environmental benefits
Centre for Social and Environmental Responsibility (SERC) establishedCentre for Social and Environmental Responsibility (SERC) established
Hemus Hotel, Sofia
3 star hotel Situated in the very center of
Sofia 210 rooms Restaurant with 110 seats Lobby bar with 30 seats 85 employees
“The CP activities helped us in reviewing our processes and identifying options for improvement, specifically in energy and water consumption”
Valery Stoyanov, General ManagerHemus Hotel
Partnership enhances synergy effects and enables to achieve goals in a most sustainable and efficient way through using know-how, skills and available resources of partners. It works when every partner contributes something special, unique and essential to that another one may miss or is not specialized in.
There could be different roads, but mutual goals…
UNIDO-KUONI Partnership
UNIDO-KUONI Partnership
GoalsGoals
Ensure compliance of its partner hotels with the Kuoni* Supplier Code of Conduct and thereby enhance the sustainability performance of its supply chain
Ensure compliance of its partner hotels with the Kuoni* Supplier Code of Conduct and thereby enhance the sustainability performance of its supply chain
Enhance Sustainable Tourism in Bulgaria in cooperation with its local partner SERC**
Enhance Sustainable Tourism in Bulgaria in cooperation with its local partner SERC**
InterestsInterests
Reliable, competent and independent partner organization to provide CP and CSR assistance to the partner hotels
Reliable, competent and independent partner organization to provide CP and CSR assistance to the partner hotels
Foster demand for sustainable tourism and CP&CSR services provided by SERC
Foster demand for sustainable tourism and CP&CSR services provided by SERC
*Kuoni is one of Europe’s leading leisure travel companies (10 000 employees ((full time equivalent)) in 40 countries). Head office is in Zurich. The Kuoni Group was named “World’s Leading Tour Operator” at the World Travel Awards in 2008. www.kuoni-group.com
** SERC is an NGO that was created within the UNIDO Programme and provides services on RECP and CSR to the Bulgarian tourism sector. www.serc.by
Supplier Code of Conduct:
• Kuoni has been adding “ethical clauses” to the contracts with their suppliers since 2007. The new provisions commit partner hotels to a number of ethical actions, which include abiding by all local employment laws, not tolerating sexual exploitation of children and any sexual or religious discrimination, offering safe and hygienic workplaces, providing legal minimum wages for the work performed and maintaining environmental standards.
“In a comprehensive approach, we address ethical, social and ecological aspects of our business” Kuoni
UNIDO-KUONI Partnership
→ To exert a positive influence on the way Kuoni suppliers (hotel partners) go about their work – Kuoni is applying the new auditing system Travelife: www.its4travel.com
improvedperformance of suppliers
improvedperformance of suppliers
The Travelife process consists of 4 steps:
The System facilitates performance improvements while at the same time offering recognition and reward for good practice in such fields as environmental management, fair trade and community/employees relations.
Travelife System is a sustainability recognition scheme that enables businesses to actively promote their environmental and general sustainability efforts
Global brand that is dependable and stands for success Supported by various tour operators: TUI, Thomas Cook, Kuoni Group etc.
Certification system: Bronze, Silver, Gold Award
UNIDO-KUONI Partnership
BENEFITING LOCAL COMMUNITIES
•Written community policy
•Choosing local suppliers
•Protecting children from sexual exploitation in tourism
•Corporate donations to communities
•Promoting local cultures & nurturing understanding
MINIMIZING NEGATIVE IMPACT ON ENVIRONMENT
•Environmental management plan
•Use of environmentally-friendly chemicals for cleaning
•Use of local plants for landscaping
•Energy efficient electronic card system & light-bulbs
•Water efficient showerheads & toilets
•Waste minimization
•Accurate water disposal system
•Customer information etc.
TREATING EMPLOYEES FAIRLY
•Written employees handbook
•Training of employees
•Treating people fairly (legal minimum wages,
paid overtime, benefits)
•Effective complaints procedure
UNIDO-KUONI Partnership
Cost savings
Good relations with an important customer – Kuoni
Advantages to get new contracts in the future
Better reputation and image creation
(e.g. environmental friendly), greater marketing opportunities
Better working climate for employees
Better market competitiveness and flexibility through
reduced costs and increased product value etc.
Technical assistance for CP and CSR assessments
The knowledge and know-how on CP, CSR etc.
Reliable, competent, affordable and independent partner
UNIDO-KUONI Partnership
Support received by hotels:
Joint activities of UNIDO & Kuoni:
•Training for national experts and companies•Awareness raising initiatives•Assessment of Kuoni partner hotels by SERC to comply with the Supplier Code of Conduct
Target area – Black Sea Coast
Start of the partnership – October 2008
UNIDO-KUONI Partnership
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WIN-WIN Situation
KUONIKUONI
UNIDOUNIDO
Bulgaria
SERC
HOTELHOTEL
Coming together is a beginning, staying together is progress, and working together is success...
Henry Ford
Petra Schwager
Cleaner and Sustainable Production ProgrammeEnvironment Management Branch UNIDO
Tel.: +43 1 26026 3749Fax: +43 1 21346 3749
e-mail: [email protected]/cp
THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION!