Glasgow aspires to become one of Europe’s leading sustainable tourism destinations. The city has an overall goal to be carbon neutral by 2030 and acknowledges the destination’s role in promoting and encouraging responsible tourism.
Increasingly, conference and event organisers are looking to work with destinations and businesses that are committed to taking action on climate change and building a fairer economy.
Here are some simple steps that you can take to support the city's sustainability aspirations and make your business stand out in todays market.
As the national tourist board, Visit Scotland provide information, resources and support on responsible tourism and how you can make your business more sustainable.
Supports businesses with a range of sustainable initiatives including; My Climate Pathway, Step Up to Net Zero and Circular Glasgow.
The Chamber runs the, now annual, Congress of Business bringing together global thought leaders, businesses, and cities to ignite purpose-led conversations to accelerate action on a sustainable future.
Access dedicated resources for tourism, hospitality and events businesses including:
Keep Scotland Beautiful offer training to help businesses across Scotland understand the climate, nature and litter emergencies and respond to the risks, responsibilities and opportunities ahead.
The are the official partner in Scotland for the award-winning Carbon Literacy Project, the only Carbon Literate Training Organisation in Scotland.
Promotes greener ways for businesses and organisations to operate and provides an accreditation scheme which recognises the commitment of tourism businesses which are actively working to become more sustainable.
Visit Glasgow members receive a 10% discount on joining Green Tourism.
An international eco-label awarded to accommodations and other hospitality facilities that commit to sustainable business practices. Awarded establishments comply with strict criteria, independently verified through regular on-site audits.
The programme addresses key global environmental, cultural, social, and economic concerns. It deals with environmental regeneration and improvement. The programme also looks at the conservation of existing natural heritage assets.
Businesses are increasingly responding to the climate crisis by identifying changes they can make to reduce their carbon footprint. Zero Waste Scotland offers advice and resources to support businesses adopting circular economy practices.
Encourages responsible food choices by our citizens, allowing us to move towards a healthier population and planet. They manage the Glasgow Sustainable Food Directory which food and drink businesses can list themselves on.
Too Good To Go is a service with a mobile application that connects customers to restaurants and stores that have surplus unsold food.
If you are a business or an organisation that wants to welcome disabled people, and anyone else with an access requirement, AccessAble can help you with tailored and practical solutions.
By listing your venue on the website, you'll be helping disabled people find great places to go. Here you'll find everything you need to get started and make the most of your listing!
Find advice and resources to help your business provide all visitors a great experience in Scotland.
