UPLIFT partnered with BeSMART to provide tourism businesses and destinations with access to sustainability tools, trainings, and behavior-based strategies that supported responsible tourism practices. Through the initiative, participants explored practical ways to reduce environmental impacts, support local communities, and encourage thoughtful visitor behavior.
Supporting Sustainable Tourism Through Education & Action
The platform included:
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Sustainability training videos and webinars
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Industry-specific resources and tools
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Action-oriented sustainability strategies
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Templates and educational materials
Focus areas included:
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Reducing single-use plastics
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Water conservation and food waste reduction
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Supporting local businesses and culture
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Leave No Trace practices
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Responsible visitor behavior
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Destination stewardship
The initiative supported accommodations, restaurants, outfitters, attractions, destination organizations, and tourism partners across participating communities.
While the active program period has concluded, the BeSMART Platform and related educational resources remain FREE and available for continued learning and implementation. Please contact us if you are interested in utilizing these resources.
Videos, recordings, and sustainability resources developed through the initiative remain available for continued education and reference. These materials continue to support tourism partners interested in learning more about sustainable tourism practices and visitor behavior strategies.