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Legalize It!. The Endless Economic Possibilities for the Jamaican Economy Through the Legalization of Marijuana…. Sun, Sea, Sand and Sustainability. A New Relationship Between Tourism And The Environment In Jamaica. Island Paradise. Just a few statistics…. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
Legalize It!
The Endless Economic Possibilities for the Jamaican Economy Through the Legalization of Marijuana…
Sun, Sea, Sand and Sustainability
A New Relationship Between Tourism And The Environment
In Jamaica
Island Paradise
Just a few statistics…
“Tourism continues to be a major catalyst for the growth and development of the Jamaican economy”- former Min. Of
Tourism, Aloun N’dombet Assamba
Accounts for 27% of the GDP
Employment: 1 in every 4
Approximately 1.5 million visitors
Main source of F/X and revenue
Attractions…
Not Marijuana…no stats! Beaches, beaches, beachesCultural Heritage TourismSports & EntertainmentNature& Eco-tourism
Negative Impact on Environment
Coastal Degradation
Construction Erosion
Poorly planned developmentsPoor solid & water waste management
Coastal and Marine PollutionOil from cruise ships, e.g.
Wastes from mining and industry
Source: USAID: Jamaica
Island Resource Foundation.
Sustainable Tourism…
“Sustainable development is a concept that marries two conflicting ideas: development and sustainability.”- Dr. Chandi, Jayawardena, University of the West Indies
Sustainable Tourism: “enabling the right balance to be struck between realizing the potential of the tourism industry to contribute to national economic development goals, without damaging the very resources that attracted the visitors in the first place” - CTO
The EAST Project, e.g.
Identify environmental champions in the hotel and manufacturing industries
Build the capabilities of both Jamaica Hotel and Tourist Association and the Jamaica Manufacturers Association to offer environmental management services
Work with vocational and tertiary institutions to include BP and EMS in curricula
Transfer the lessons learned from the first phase of the project to other businesses in Jamaica and the wider Caribbean
Design and implement a pilot to use as a model for a sustainable tourism destination program
The Master Plan
Growth based on a sustainable market position
Enhancing the visitor experience
Community based development
An inclusive industry
Environmental sustainability
Source: Ministry of Industry and Tourism
“We Need to Change our Strategy…”
Environment: Focus on impact of tourism with regards to climate change
Greater adherence and accountability – Master Plan
Alternatives to beachfront construction
Sustainable Tourism Rocks!
Thank you!