The UNWTO roadmap on food waste reduction provides a practical action framework for a more sustainable tourism industry, with a particular focus on accommodation providers and cruise companies.
The rationale: the document links environmental goals with economic benefits, showing that food waste reduction is not only a sustainability issue but also a management opportunity.
What the data shows: studies cited in the roadmap highlight the scale of waste generated by tourism-related food services and the measurable financial savings achieved where targeted reduction measures are implemented.
Why it matters: by connecting operational guidance, SDG 12.3 and sector evidence, the roadmap helps tourism businesses turn sustainability commitments into practical action.
