When we talk about sustainability, it’s like entering a big world with lots of gray areas. Sometimes it’s difficult to see through a lot of eco-friendly claims that businesses make. And sometimes it’s challenging to know just what to do to help. I’m here to assure you that it’s not hard to take small steps to achieve sustainable travel.
People and businesses are trying to be good for the Earth, but we’re still figuring out the best ways. There are lots of terms and ideas, and some folks pretend to be eco-friendly when they’re not. It’s like a trick and we call it “greenwashing.”
The best way to help the planet is to not travel at all, but that’s not always possible. Travelling is good because it makes us smarter and kinder. So, instead, let’s learn how to be better travellers and not leave a big mark on the Earth. First, we’ll talk about how to tell when someone is pretending to be eco-friendly when they’re not.