It is a voluntary certification instrument based on an agreed gradual adjustment of tourist sector businesses (accommodation and restaurants) to environmental sustainability parameters.

Since January 2001, the Cinque Terre National Park has been implementing an environmental certification process for tourist sector businesses located in its territory. Adherence is voluntary and compliance to requirements enables participants to obtain the Environmental Quality Brand.

General aim

Besides guaranteeing high quality services, the aim is to generate conditions whereby tourist sector businesses make their services compatible with safeguarding the environment and natural resources. In fact, the capacity to control and reduce environmental impacts tied to the tourist sector is an essential requirement for guaranteeing the survival of tourism within the Park.

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