Abu Dhabi Tourism Revolutionizes Sustainable Tourism with Innovative Carbon Calculator
In a groundbreaking move, Abu Dhabi Tourism has launched a cutting-edge Carbon Calculator, designed to help hotels in the emirate measure and manage their carbon footprint. This innovative tool is part of the department’s efforts to promote sustainable tourism practices and support the UAE’s strategic initiative to achieve climate neutrality by 2050.
Calculating Carbon Emissions Made Easy
The Carbon Calculator offers hotels an interactive dashboard. Specifically, it monitors energy and water consumption. Consequently, it enables them to reduce their carbon footprint effectively. Moreover, this advanced tool was developed collaboratively. Partners included the hospitality sector, Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi, and Abu Dhabi Department of Energy. Ultimately, it promotes sustainable practices in the hotel industry.
A Step Towards Climate Neutrality
His Excellency Saleh Mohammed Al Jaziri, Director General of Tourism at the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, emphasized the importance of this initiative, stating that it paves the way for a more sustainable future for the tourism sector in Abu Dhabi. By adopting environmentally friendly tourism practices, the emirate aims to attract a larger number of interested visitors and achieve climate neutrality by 2050.
Stakeholders’ Commitment to Sustainability
The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi played a vital advisory role. Specifically, it ensured the methodology and tools align with its green institutions. Additionally, Her Excellency Dr. Sheikha Salem Al Dhaheri praised the initiative. Moreover, she highlighted the sector’s commitment to reducing its carbon footprint. Furthermore, she emphasized increasing sustainability efforts.
Enhancing Energy and Water Efficiency
Engineer Ahmed Juma Al Falasi, Acting Executive Director of the Energy Efficiency Sector at the Department of Energy in Abu Dhabi, explained that the Carbon Calculator will support efforts to achieve energy and water efficiency goals within the Abu Dhabi Strategy for Demand Side Management and Rationalization of Energy Consumption 2030.
To summarize, Abu Dhabi Tourism’s Carbon Calculator represents a crucial stride. Moreover, it promotes sustainable tourism practices. Additionally, it aims to achieve climate neutrality in the UAE. By offering hotels the necessary tools, the emirate enables them to measure and manage their carbon footprint. Consequently, it paves the way for a more eco-friendly tourism sector.
It is worth noting that using the “Carbon Calculator” is compulsory for all Abu Dhabi hotels. Moreover, they must commit to submitting monthly reports on their carbon emission sources’ consumption levels. Furthermore, they should benefit from the crucial insights and data provided through interactive dashboards. Consequently, this will help them determine priorities and outline next steps in sustainability. Ultimately, this initiative promotes environmental responsibility in the hospitality industry.