12. Benefits of Ecotourism Careful disposal of waste Use renewable energy supplies and local foods – better for environment Many ecotourism schemes fund community projects – schools, water tanks. Health centres Indirect employment – producing crafts to sell to visitors, supplying the tourist industry with goods Reduces poaching and hunting. Locals benefit from protecting these species for tourism People have a better and more stable income and therefore standard of living Creates jobs for local people which helps the local economy grow Local people are encouraged to conserve the environment Social Economic Environmental
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15. Profits earned from the lodge are used to provide decent health care and education for thousands of people from local tribes Food is all locally produced – few food miles Villagers are encouraged to visit to sell crafts and perform songs and dances – this gives them an income and helps preserve their culture Using locally produced food means more money goes back into economy Uses solar energy Creates jobs for people Owned by a cooperative of indigenous tribes rather than foreign company so income goes straight to local economy Lodge built from local materials found on floor – straw and wood, blends in with natural environment SOCIAL ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENTAL
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17. 2010 6 (c) (ii) Explain how ecotourism can contribute to sustainable development
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