Module 2 – Unit 2.1 Green jobs, green entrepreneurship and social innovations in tourism

In a world facing urgent environmental challenges, green jobs have emerged as a solution for sustainable development. 

This unit explores their significance, particularly in the tourism industry. Green jobs prioritize sustainability and environmental stewardship and offer economic and social benefits while mitigating environmental degradation. Within tourism, green jobs promote sustainability, cultural preservation, and community development through initiatives like eco-lodges and sustainable tour operators. 

By the end of this unit, participants will have gained important notions about green employment and green entrepreneurship opportunities in the tourism industry, as well as how social innovations and technology support sustainable tourism development.