Sustainable Tourism with Hostelling International
Tourism will never be completely sustainable as every industry has impacts, but we can do a lot of things to become more sustainable. Sustainable tourism is about re-thinking, adapting and changing. A balance has to be found between limits and usage to ensure that tourism affects the environment as little as possible. Our HI mission, defined in 1932, is one of the earliest examples of sustainable tourism by encouraging a greater knowledge, love and care of the countryside and an appreciation of the social and cultural values in all parts of the world. Hostelling International is dedicated to promoting sustainable tourism practices within our members and National Associations, and we are committed to achieving a worldwide network of sustainable organisations and hostels. Check out the HI hostels that have so far been certified by an environmental or sustainability label and ‘Say HI to a better world’.-
What is HI doing?
Click here to read about HI’s long-term sustainability plans and strategy
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What can you do?
Click here to read tips on how you can be sustainable on your travel
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HI Community
Click here to read about the current sustainable development projects throughout our network
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Achievements and News
Click here to read the latest sustainability news and achievements from around the world
Key Measures
Amount of reduced CO2:
187.12 tonnes
Amount of hostels certified:
274
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