How travel creates carbon emissions

Tourism is responsible for roughly 8% of the world’s carbon emissions. From plane flights to air conditioning to imported goods to buffets, our vacations generate carbon in a number of different ways.

Our latest article breaks down the different activities that contribute to tourism’s carbon footprint. While you likely know some of the ways that travel creates CO2, others may come as a surprise! Read on to learn more.

Learn About Tourism’s Carbon Footprint

P.S. If you haven’t taken our quiz on the carbon footprint of tourism, be sure to test your knowledge here. Plus, keep an eye out for our next email where we’ll be dishing up some tips on how to reduce your travel footprint!

(Source: Sustainable Travel International media release 18 November 2020)