Sustainable Development
Sustainable development means meeting the needs of today (food, shelter, employment, etc.) without compromising the ability of future generations from also meeting those same needs.
We believe in the power of individuals, the private sector, local actors, governments and others to support the United Nations’ leadership in conserving the wonders of the natural world toward promoting sustainable development. Our program helps local communities develop sustainable livelihoods around some of the UN’s more than 870 World Heritage sites—including such treasures as Ecuador’s Galapagos Islands and Mexico’s Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve.
Our sustainable development priorities include:
Promoting Sustainable Tourism
We work with the travel industry to support conservation, sustainable tourism, and economic growth for communities in and around World Heritage sites. We also know that the traveling public needs information and resources on how to travel responsibly. Find out more about how we're educating constituencies about best practices and ensuring that others have the resources to follow our model.
Community-Based Enterprises
The communities in and around World Heritage sites are integral to preserving and protecting the sites. We help locally-owned businesses operate sustainably to protect World Heritage.
Promoting Market Access
We work with businesses, industry, and others to promote the supply and demand for sustainable, locally produced goods and services (biotrade).
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