Reading Time: 4 minutesTourism is at a crossroads, facing social, environmental and logistical issues. To maintain long-term sustainable growth in the sector, a stewardship approach must replace the growth-driven model.
Category: Regions
Local climate action meets economic development: Lessons from the Melbourne Climate Network
Reading Time: 4 minutesThe Melbourne Climate Network unites diverse sectors to address climate challenges and foster economic growth. Learn how it emphasises collaboration, climate tech innovation, and inclusive job creation for sustainable development.
Braga’s Beacon for democracy: How the city is engaging its residents
Reading Time: 4 minutesBraga, Portugal, is enhancing citizen engagement through participatory budgets, digital platforms, and inclusive programs. Learn how efforts focus on empowering diverse voices, utilizing data for informed participation, and fostering a culture of active citizenship for future democracy.
Re-energising ESG standards to improve well-being in mining regions
Reading Time: 3 minutesWith increasing demand for minerals and Environmental Social Governance (ESG) standards in the mining industry, it is important that communities, the private sector and other stakeholders collaborate effectively.
Indigenous peoples in mining regions: From compensation to collaboration?
Reading Time: 4 minutesHistorically, Indigenous communities have faced unequal benefits and limited capacity for development in mining projects. However, international and national efforts, along with industry shifts, are creating new possibilities for Indigenous involvement and well-being.
Can more tourism be better tourism?
Reading Time: 4 minutesThe tourism industry faces challenges from growing demand and social rejection. Despite this, it provides revenue for cultural preservation, sustains local businesses, and fosters community celebration.
Getting the productivity recipe right means regions need their own special policy mix
Reading Time: 3 minutesTrentino is facing stagnating productivity. In response, the local government is taking action to bolster high-tech manufacturing and support SMEs.
How Paris 2024 is rising to the challenges of our time
Reading Time: 4 minutesThe Games are evolving to address today’s challenges. Paris 2024 and LA28 lead with innovation, while Brisbane engages in community consultation for 2032.