We are pleased to share below relevant details on the upcoming Online Training Sessions on the Blueprint for Tourism Climate Action Plans to be held between January and February 2025 in the framework of the Community4Tourism project.
Following a first capacity-building session held in person in Almeria on November 21st as part of the 2nd JAF of the Sustainable Tourism Mission of the Interreg Euro-MED Programme, this series will consist of three interactive 90-minute sessions, designed to support destinations and regional authorities in the development of climate action plans for tourism based on the Glasgow Declaration for Climate Action in Tourism initiative.
Content:
- 1st
session – 30th January: Enabling conditions and
initial assessments for climate action planning
This session will introduce the key resources and focus on the early stages of climate action planning, including the context, risks, opportunities, and enabling conditions. Travel Foundation will also provide an overview of the current state of climate action in tourism. - 2nd
session – 13th February: Selecting objectives and
prioritising actions
This session will focus on identifying suitable objectives for a Climate Action Plan and using the Prioritization Tool developed by the Travel Foundation to select specific actions. Participants will learn how to evaluate different actions based on feasibility, impact, and alignment with broader sustainability goals, ensuring a practical and effective plan. - 3rd
session – 27th February: Implementing and Tracking
Progress
The final session will focus on turning the plan into action. Participants will explore strategies for implementing their Climate Action Plans and learn how to monitor progress effectively. This session will cover key performance indicators (KPIs), reporting mechanisms, and how to ensure continuous improvement through adaptive management.
Registration & Agenda:
Please find the draft agenda attached and the registration form for the Online Training Sessions Series here.
While you can join individual sessions, we strongly encourage attending all three, as each builds on the previous.