Eco-labeling describes a scheme in which a product or service may be awarded an ecological label on the basis of its "acceptable" level of environmental impact.
"Eco-labeling" in the context of travel, transport, and hotels generally refers to a system of certifying and labeling products, services, or facilities that meet certain environmental standards.
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In the context of hotels, "Eco-labeling" may refer to certifying and labeling hotels that have implemented environmentally friendly practices, such as energy efficiency, water conservation, and waste reduction. For example, a hotel might be certified by an eco-labeling organization such as Green Key or LEED, which verifies that the hotel has implemented certain environmentally friendly practices.
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In the context of transportation, "Eco-labeling" may refer to certifying and labeling vehicles or transportation companies that have implemented environmentally friendly practices, such as fuel efficiency, emission reduction, and alternative energy sources. For example, a train company might be certified by an eco-labeling organization such as Green Train, which verifies that the company has implemented certain environmentally friendly practices.
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In the context of tours, "Eco-labeling" may refer to certifying and labeling tour operators that have implemented environmentally friendly practices, such as low-impact tourism, sustainable resource management, and community involvement. For example, a tour operator might be certified by an eco-labeling organization such as Eco-Tourism, which verifies that the company has implemented certain environmentally friendly practices.
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In the context of airfare, "Eco-labeling" may refer to certifying and labeling airlines that have implemented environmentally friendly practices, such as fuel efficiency, emission reduction, and alternative energy sources.
These are some examples, but again, the context may provide different meaning to the word. Eco-labeling helps consumers and businesses to identify products and services that have a lower environmental impact, and encourage companies to adopt more sustainable practices.