Sustainability Operations in Tourism and Hospitality in Australia

SUSTAINABLE OPERATIONS
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TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY

Assessment 1:
Industry Case study
Evaluate and assess the effectiveness of sustainable practices, plans, programs and initiatives implemented by Industry operators and organizations within a sector of the tourism and hospitality industry. Paul TAYLOR - SUSTAINABLE OPERATIONS – BCO702 - Jonathan MACEDO - MAC09198191

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SUSTAINABILITY
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THE HOTEL INDUSTRY
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Executive Summary...................................................... ......................................... 4
Introduction............................................................................................... ............ 5
Environmental Impact........................................................................................... 6
Water............................................................................................... ...................... 6
Energy & Emissions................................................................................................ 8
Waste............................................................................................... ...................... 10
Social Impact..................................................... .................................................... 12
Local Community............................................................................................... .... 12
Purchasing Process................................................................ ................................ 13
Recommendations.................................................................................. .............. 14
Conclusion............................................................................................... .............. 15
Reference

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