Glossary E

Deutsch: Umweltzerstörung / Español: Degradación ambiental / Português: Degradação ambiental / Français: Dégradation de l'environnement / Italiano: Degrado ambientale

The term Environmental Degradation describes the deterioration of the Earth's natural systems due to human activities and natural processes. It encompasses a broad range of issues, from pollution and deforestation to soil erosion and biodiversity loss. Understanding its causes and consequences is essential for developing sustainable solutions to mitigate its impact on ecosystems and human well-being.

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Environmental impact assessment  is the Environmental impact Assessment (EIA) is a process of predicting and evaluating the Impacts of specific developments or actions on the environment.

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Environmental impact statement  is the Environmental impact statement is the report resulting from an environmental impact assessment.

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Environmental management system  is the Environmental management System (EMS) is part of the overall management System that includes the organizational structure, responsibilities, practices, procedures, processes, and resources for determining and implementing the environmental policy.

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Environmental management systems are the systems established by Tourism organisations with the aim of mitigating negative environmental impacts.

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Environmental scanning  is the Process of monitoring important forces in the business
Environment for trends and changes that may impact a company.

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Deutsch: Umweltverantwortung / Español: Gestión ambiental / Português: Gestão ambiental / Français: Gestion environnementale / Italiano: Gestione ambientale

Environmental stewardship in the context of travel refers to the responsibility of protecting and preserving the environment through sustainable practices in tourism. It involves the careful management of natural resources, reducing environmental impact, and promoting eco-friendly travel behaviours. Both tourism operators and travellers are key players in ensuring that tourism contributes positively to environmental conservation.

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Environmentally-sound  is the maintenance of a healthy Environment and the protection of life-sustaining ecological processes.

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