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Environment, Resources and Sustainable Tourism


Environment, Resources and Sustainable Tourism

Goa as a Case Study
Advances in Geographical and Environmental Sciences

von: Ashoka G. Dessai

CHF 165.50

Verlag: Springer
Format: PDF
Veröffentl.: 26.05.2023
ISBN/EAN: 9789819918430
Sprache: englisch

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<p>This book suggests sustainable economy from the viewpoint of tourism fostering low carbon footprint. Focussed on conserving heritage, culture and endemic biota of a crucial biodiversity hotspot of the world, the book discusses the impact of a large population, fast-paced development and excessive consumption of earth resources by tourism in a developing economy.</p>

<p>The book (i) assesses the impact of overexploitation of earth resources on environmental components such as air, water, land and people, (ii) examines the sustainability of tourism on the physical, economic and socio-cultural environment including human lifestyles, (iii) presents &nbsp;the potential of tourism in promoting sustainable development, poverty alleviation and conservation of nature and&nbsp; (iv) formulates recommendations&nbsp;for tourism, fostering sustainable development in Goa, India.</p>

<p>The book offers students, researchers, academics and professionals a comprehensive discourse integrating geological and societal perspectives on core issues. It generates critical thinking on the complex issue of sustainable tourism by providing in-depth perspective on peoples of different hues and their role in safeguarding the future of this unique region.</p>
<p>Introduction.- Mineral Resources.- Mining Industry.- Water Resources.- Environmental Assessment.- Waste Management.- Sustainable Tourism. </p>
<p>Prof. Dr. Ashoka G. Dessai has over 40 years of experience in post-graduate teaching and research, initially at Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune, India, and later at Goa University, Goa, India. He has conducted research in India and abroad and has successfully supervised research leading to M.Phil. and Ph.D. degrees. He has published more than 52 research papers in national and international peer-reviewed journals and has been a reviewer for international research journals.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Prof. Dr. Dessai has authored two books:&nbsp;<i>The Lithosphere Beneath the Indian Shield:&nbsp; A Geodynamic Perspective</i>&nbsp;(Springer Nature, Switzerland) and&nbsp;<i>Geology and Mineral Resources of Goa</i>&nbsp;(New Delhi Publishers, India). He has delivered lectures at several universities, professional organisations and research institutes in India and other countries.</p>
<p>This book suggests sustainable economy from the viewpoint of tourism fostering low carbon footprint. Focussed on conserving heritage, culture and endemic biota of a crucial biodiversity hotspot of the world, the book discusses the impact of a large population, fast-paced development and excessive consumption of earth resources by tourism in a developing economy.</p>

<p>The book (i) assesses the impact of overexploitation of earth resources on environmental components such as air, water, land and people, (ii) examines the sustainability of tourism on the physical, economic and socio-cultural environment including human lifestyles, (iii) presents &nbsp;the potential of tourism in promoting sustainable development, poverty alleviation and conservation of nature and&nbsp; (iv) formulates recommendations&nbsp;for tourism, fostering sustainable development in Goa, India.</p>

<p>The book offers students, researchers, academics and professionals a comprehensive discourse integrating geological and societal perspectives on core issues. It generates critical thinking on the complex issue of sustainable tourism by providing in-depth perspective on peoples of different hues and their role in safeguarding the future of this unique region.&nbsp;</p>
Provides an in-depth read to guide critical thinking on the complex issue of the impact of tourism Discusses the impact of the geodynamics of the environment on the sociodynamics of Goa, India Offers a comprehensive text for students, researchers, academics, policymakers, and professionals

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