Environmental Impacts Of Tourism In The Caribbean
The economy in the Caribbean region is highly dependent on Tourism in the Caribbean, its tourism industry; in 2013, this industry constituted 14% of their total Gross Domestic Product, GDP. This region is largely appealing for the sun, sand, and sea scene. Despite the fact that tourism is very reliant on the natural environment of the region, it has negative environmental impacts. These impacts include marine pollution and degradation, as well as a high demand for water and energy resources. In particular, the degradation of coral reefs has a large impact on the environment of the Caribbean. Environmental damage affects the tourism industry; therefore, the tourism sector, along with the public sector, makes efforts to protect the environment for economic and ethical reasons. Although these efforts are not always effective, there are continuous efforts for improvement. High levels of tourism occur because the tourism industry provides extravagant lifestyle options for tourists. For ...
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