Sustainability News June 2025 N. 5
30 June 2025
Reseach Office: Sustainability news, Sustainability news 2025
News from Italy
Environmental balance and viticulture in Brentonico
In Brentonico, Trentino, rising temperatures are pushing wine-growing to 1,200 metres, raising environmental concerns. The municipality is setting up a technical working group to promote sustainable agriculture, integrating landscape preservation and slow tourism.
Frecciarossa promotes sustainable mobility during Milan Fashion Week
The collaboration between Frecciarossa and Milano Fashion Week underlines the importance of sustainable mobility, with a special train celebrating Made in Italy and reducing environmental impact. The initiative includes a competition designed to make fashion more inclusive and green.
The theory of voids and environmental respect in Cavallino-Treporti
Cavallino-Treporti is an example of sustainable tourism, with a focus on landscape protection and the use of open spaces to avoid land consumption. The resort promotes environmentally friendly 'plein air' tourism, with water-saving, recycling and renewable energy initiatives.
Lake Molveno receives the Cinque Vele 2025 accolade for sustainable tourism
Lake Molveno, located in Trentino, has been recognised for the tenth consecutive year as the best lake in Italy for sustainable tourism. Thanks to a protected ecosystem and careful land management, it offers a wide range of outdoor activities and ecological services, promoting soft mobility and social inclusion.
News from around the world
The Americas
Colombia
Jericó honoured by UN for its sustainable tourism development
Jericó, Colombia, has been recognised by the UN as one of the Best Tourist Villages of 2025 for its sustainable development model. This recognition enhances its cultural and natural identity, promoting rural tourism and the preservation of local heritage.
Chile and Argentina
Chile and Argentina stand out for sustainable tourism in Time's ranking
Time's ranking highlights Chile for the Ruta de los Abastos, an itinerary promoting responsible tourism through rural experiences, and Argentina for the Iberá Reserve, an example of ecological rewilding and restoration.
Peru
Sustainable mobility and environmental protection projects in Peru
Peru stands out in the Amazon basin with 40 sustainable projects, including the Choquequirao cable car and mobility initiatives in places like Ahuashiyacu. However, challenges such as political instability and illegal economies call for attention to be paid to protecting investments.
Formalisation and sustainable development in Peruvian tourism
Peru has passed a law to formalise work in tourism, aiming at sustainable and inclusive development. The initiative aims to create 34,000 jobs and reduce informal supply by 30%, with an estimated economic impact of over USD 17 billion by 2030.
Ecuador
WWF's support for the sustainable management of protected areas in Ecuador
WWF supports the Ecuadorian bill for the recovery of protected areas, emphasising the need to improve management and the involvement of local communities. The organisation is proposing the creation of a National Service for Protected Areas to ensure effective management and uphold territorial rights.
Asia
Indonesia
Initiative to promote sustainable tourism in Indonesian villages
The Kampung Main programme aims to transform tourist villages into sustainable destinations by educating children about environmental protection through play and creative activities. The initiative involves 18 partners and offers experiences that promote sustainability and the valorisation of rural heritage.
India
Launch of ecotourism campers in Lucknow for sustainable tourism
In response to the growing demand for ecotourism, the Uttar Pradesh Forest Corporation and the Department of Tourism will launch ecotourism campers in Lucknow. These vehicles will offer an immersive experience in nature, combining comfort and sustainability, and will be operational from the next tourist season.
Promoting sustainable adventure tourism in Uttarakhand
The second Adventure Tourism Meet in Dehradun focuses on promoting sustainable adventure tourism, involving local communities and addressing environmental challenges. The event aims to create a roadmap for a more conscious and resilient tourism.
Europe
Spain
Spanish project to overcome summer seasonality in seaside destinations
The 'Beaches Without Limits' project aims to promote year-round beach tourism in five Spanish destinations, using an immersive digital platform. The initiative, which integrates technology and sustainability, aims to reduce seasonal impact and strengthen local economies.
Campaign launched to highlight Spain's lesser-known destinations
The 'Think you know Spain? Think again' project by Turespaña aims to promote sustainable tourism, promoting lesser-known destinations in the Spanish hinterland. The initiative aims to decentralise the tourism offer, supporting a balanced, environmentally friendly economic model.
Hackathon recognises app promoting sustainable tourism management in Spain
During the 'GenAI Solutions for Biodiversity' hackathon in Madrid, the BioCeltas-IA team won with an application for sustainable tourism management. The event highlighted the importance of digitisation in the response to the climate crisis, promoting the use of AI to tackle environmental challenges.
The 2nd Observatory of Sustainable Tourism in Spain highlights criticalities and progress
The report of the 2nd Observatory of Sustainable Tourism in Spain reveals that 61% of tourist destinations face conflicts between tourist rentals and access to housing. Only 14% of municipalities have specific regulations, while 63% have technical resources for strategic tourism management. Destinations focus on certification and accessible infrastructure to promote more sustainable tourism.
Majorca's commitment to responsible and regenerative tourism
The Mallorca Tourism Foundation becomes the Mallorca Responsible Tourism Foundation, promoting a socially and environmentally conscious tourism model. The eForum eMallorca Experience 2025 highlighted the importance of science-based and environmental policies, with virtuous examples such as Garden Hotels.
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