A recent report highlights the significant climate risks facing Australia’s tourism industry, with over half of the 178 assessed tourism assets, including national parks and airports, vulnerable to various climate-related threats. The analysis conducted by Zurich and Mandala, indicates that as global temperatures rise, up to 68% of these assets could fall into a high-risk category by 2050. Queensland is particularly affected, with 52% of its sites in the highest risk category. Notable high-risk locations include Sydney’s Royal Botanic Gardens, Bondi Beach, and various national parks.
The findings underscore the urgent need for Australia to enhance the resilience of its tourism sector in the face of ongoing climate change. As natural disasters increasingly disrupt tourism, it is essential for the industry to advocate for proactive measures and sustainable practices to mitigate future impacts.
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/article/2024/sep/09/almost-68-of-australias-tourism-sites-at-major-risk-if-climate-crisis-continues-report-says
