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TSCA Urges EU to Introduce Sector-Specific Sustainability Frameworks for Tourism
Netherlands 31 March 2026 - The Tourism Sustainability Certification Alliance (TSCA), a coalition of leading sustainability certification organisations in the global travel and tourism sector, today reaffirmed its strong support for the European Union’s environmental...
Shaping Sustainable Success Through Cooperation
How can the development of cooperation support the transition toward destination management with a holistic living-space perspective? This is the question explored by Florian Grösswang, partner at TourCert Austria, in his latest contribution to T.A.I. (Tourist Austria...
TSCA Reaches Key Milestone Toward a Unified Approach to Sustainable Tourism
Die Tourism Sustainability Certifications Alliance (TSCA) wurde Anfang 2025 gegründet, um einen einheitlichen und international anerkannten Standard für nachhaltigen Tourismus zu schaffen.
From Audit Office to Odonata: Transformation with Vision
The renowned Audit Office, known for its expertise in delivering independent and professional sustainability certifications and audits in the tourism sector, is entering a new era with a clear vision. From now on, the company operates under the name Odonata...
Sustainability processes aimed at certification: a systemic intervention
Destination Management Organizations (DMOs) are increasingly facing the challenge of not only responding to short-term tourism trends, but also actively shaping long-term, sustainable transformation processes. In light of accelerating global environmental change,...
Measuring Impact: The Role of KPIs in Building Sustainable Tourism in Samaná
As part of the Tourism Impact Alliance project, we have developed a comprehensive set of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) designed to advance sustainability in tourism. These indicators are currently being tested across several destinations, including the Dominican...
Measurable sustainability: The global path toward standardized indicators in tourism
Sustainability in tourism is no longer just a buzzword—it is a necessity. But how can sustainable tourism be effectively measured and managed? This article provides an overview of key international frameworks and initiatives and highlights the work of the Tourism...
Advancing technological innovation and future-ready audits: Kruger Corporation strengthens the Audit Office
The Audit Office is entering a new chapter with a strategic partnership and an expanded focus for the future: internationally renowned IT company Kruger has joined as a co-owner, bringing its expertise into the organisation’s development. Together, under the Audit...
Tourism Sustainability Certifications Alliance (TSCA) – Founded by the world’s leading certification bodies in travel and tourism
Tourism businesses and travelers benefit from harmonized sustainability standards and certifications.The world’s leading certification bodies in travel and tourism have announced today the launch of the Tourism Sustainability Certifications Alliance (TSCA), a...
KPIs that drive change – How to measure sustainability in tourism
The long-term preservation of economic, environmental, and social systems is becoming increasingly critical, prompting the development of guidelines for responsible tourism management. Striving for sustainability in tourism is an admirable goal—but how can we truly...
How the Green Claims Directive Will Reshape International Tourism and Certification: Insights from Dr. Martin Balas
The fight against greenwashing is gathering real momentum, as the European Council takes a firm stance with the Green Claims Directive. The directive is designed to curb greenwashing by requiring companies to substantiate their environmental claims with robust...
Leading certification organizations in travel and tourism worldwide are joining forces to meet the growing demand for sustainability
TourCert is pleased to announce its role in a global collaboration of leading certification organizations dedicated to developing and upholding industry-wide standards for sustainable tourism. This important milestone highlights the significance of TourCert’s...
Launch of the “Destinos del Futuro” network at the first Global Sustainable Tourism Council summit on sustainable tourism in Latin America and the Caribbean in Santa Marta, Colombia
From May 27 to 29, 2024, Santa Marta, Colombia hosted the first summit on sustainable tourism organized by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council. The event brought together industry leaders, policymakers, and sustainability advocates from more than 25 countries to...
Inspiring Sustainable Change: Spotlight on the Tourism Audit Office
As part of the “Tourism Impact Alliance” project, the Tourism Audit Office was established through the collaboration of global certification bodies, standard owners, and destinations. Its aim is to deliver independent, highly professional audits based on...