Sustainable Travel Is Set To Be The Future Of The Tourism Industry, Says GV Sanjay Reddy
The Covid-19 pandemic, which has been ravaging countries across the globe now, has completely altered the world and its ways. However, human beings are resilient species, and even in our battle to survive, we are taking it as a learning experience. GV Sanjay Reddy , the Vice Chairman of GVK Group observes, “If there is one thing that people have missed the most during this pandemic, it is the freedom to travel without fear. However, they are using this as a learning experience, and becoming more mindful about their impact on the environment.” The desire for sustainable travel is higher than ever before. Why Choose Sustainable Travel? Broadly put, sustainable travel refers to the practice of tourism, which has minimal impact on the environment and is not disruptive to the local life and biodiversity. The tourism industry is responsible for a carbon footprint of over 4.5 GtCO2e, which is about 8% of the world’s total carbon emission. It has led to massive amounts of air and w...