This report of SDC Foundation is authored by our intern Dolma Rawat, and examines the crucial link between tourism and waste management in Uttarakhand's ecologically sensitive Indian Himalayan Region.
It highlights the sustainability challenges posed by increasing waste from tourism, which threatens the region's ecological balance. The report critiques current waste management efforts and advocates for sustainable practices aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Additionally, the report emphasizes the need for better policies to enhance India's performance in sustainable tourism.
Read the full report here.