12. Responsible Consumption and Production

Sustainable development goal n.12

"Responsible consumption and production"

This goal is about promoting resource and energy efficiency, sustainable infrastructure, and providing access to basic services, green and decent jobs and a better quality of life for all.

TARGETS

Reduce waste generation through prevention, reduction, recycling and reuse
Achieve the sustainable management and efficient use of natural resources
Promote public procurement practices that are sustainable, in accordance with national policies and priorities

tourism and the sdgs

UNWTO is working with governments and international organizations to help achieve the SDGs, placing an emphasis on goals 8,12 and 14, in which tourism is featured.

As set in Target 12.b of Goal 12 it is imperative to develop tools to monitor sustainable development impacts for sustainable tourism which creates jobs and promotes cultures.

What can we do to help reach this goal?

Businesses can use their innovative power to design solutions that can inspire people to lead more sustainable lifestyles;
An example could be to use a refillable water bottle and coffee cup.

#BetheChangeUN

On giving Tuesday, at the UN, staff donated clothes as a part of the Be the Change initiative to help supporting SDG Goal 12.

Those who donated clothes received a Be the Change-branded mug in return, to reuse in UN cafeterias in an effort to reduce waste at work.

Costa Rica - Lapa Rios Ecolodge

IMMERSION IN NATURE WHERE RARE PRISTINE RAINFOREST MEETS SECLUDED SHORES

by Aurora Hasa

The Place

Lapa Rios Ecolodge is Sustainable Luxury, and was the first ecolodge to gain the coveted 5 Leaf Rating of Costa Rica’s Sustainable Tourism Certification scheme.

Unusually, the lodge takes pride in transparently showing guests the ‘back of the house’ systems and operations to demonstrate and teach about their sustainability, with suggestions on how guests’ own ways of living could be enhanced.

Accomodation

The luxurious 17 private bungalows and shared areas are all designed in harmony with surrounding forest and beaches, built with locally harvested materials and open-air with windows that allow you to experience the sounds, sights and smells of the rainforest and the ocean.

Due to the fragile eco-system, Lapa Rios asks you to use the biodegradable, locally-made products provided, or bring your own biodegradable soap, shampoo and conditioner.

Meals

All meals are included and an incredible local culinary gourmet experience is on offer. Community and staff plant and promote Central American endemic fruits and vegetables, and recipes are developed based on cultural tastes and local and home grown produce. Complimentary local coffee is even delivered to your bungalow in the morning, and an evening turndown service that will make you smile.

Activities & Wildlife

With easy to challenging guided hikes, you can immerse yourself in the hidden treasures of pristine primary and secondary forest, get breath-taking views of the coast, enjoy three stunning beaches and experience the magic of the rainforest at night uncovering nocturnal creatures and habitats. Alternatively, go at your own pace following the marked trail accompanied by a biologist’s guide book.

Off-Property, you can explore the Golfo Dulce. On dolphin tours you may see any of the three species of dolphins (common, bottled-nosed or spotted), whales and turtles. Snorkel, go sea and mangrove kayaking, horse riding, take surf lessons, waterfall rapel and tour the rainforest canopy zip-lining! Further afield, explore the Corcovado National Park by plane or by land!

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