Two kayakers in yellow and orange kayaks paddle Victoria BC's Inner Harbour, backdropped by the Fairmont Empress, while a red Harbour Air Seaplane takes off.

Carbon Literacy & Climate Solutions

Facilitated by Synergy Enterprises, in collaboration with Destination Greater Victoria and the Victoria Conference Centre, these webinars explores the impacts and opportunities of climate change in tourism.

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Part One

This webinar explores the impacts and opportunities of climate change in tourism. Viewers will gain insights from local case studies on how Victoria-based companies are addressing climate change. Practical sustainable practices for businesses and events will also be shared, empowering attendees to promote climate action within their organizations. In Part 1 of this 2 part series viewers will:

  • Understand the impacts and opportunities of climate change in tourism.
  • Explore case studies of businesses that have successfully reduced emissions and implemented sustainable practices in their operations.
  • Gain a shared understanding of terms such as carbon neutrality, net zero, and decarbonization in the context of business operations.
A young family stands atop a stone bridge above a lake amidst the gardens of Beacon Hill Park in Victoria, BC

Part Two

This webinar explores the impacts and opportunities of climate change in tourism. Viewers will gain insights from local case studies on how Victoria-based companies are addressing climate change. Practical sustainable practices for businesses and events will also be shared, empowering attendees to promote climate action within their organizations. In Part 2 of this 2-part series, viewers will explore a range of sustainable practices and solutions, such as responsible sourcing, low-carbon food options, waste management, energy efficiency, and more.

A group of whale watchers wearing flotation jackets ride a yellow zodiac across the Salish Sea near the Race Rocks Ecological Preserve off the coast of Victoria, BC
Destination Greater Victoria is honoured to be based on the traditional territory of the Lekwungen-speaking peoples of the Songhees Nation and Xwsepsum Nation, whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.