For the first time in Asia , a Carbon Neutral Fleet was launched by Walkers Tours. The Company takes pride in being the undisputed leader in the Leisure Industry and this initiative is testament to this fact. The ‘Walkers Green’ initiative aims to promote sustainable tourism in line with the John Keells Leisure Group Pledge, “I Will Be Green”.
In its commitment to environmental sustainability, the Company will ensure that carbon emissions of its entire fleet, comprising of over 600 vehicles, are offset utilising carbon credits from the CarbonNeutral Company in the United Kingdom
Additionally, Walkers Tours announced the launch of their ‘Green Tours’. These tours will be operated using a specialised hybrid fleet of vehicles. Clients will exclusively visit green properties which operate using similar green best practices and participate in a number of community-based volunteer programmes.
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| The Walkers Green Fleet |
The need for sustainable practices in the tourism industry is vital. Helping local communities by enhancing their quality of life has become an integral part of business today. As the industry moves forward, Walkers Tours strives to train and employ people from the community as well as buy local produce. It is equally important to conserve the eco-system by minimising pollution and reducing waste, energy and water consumption.
Through this initiative, Walkers Tours aims to improve sustainable practises within the tourism industry in Sri Lanka
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| Mr. Vasantha Leelananda - EVP, JKH, Head of Destination Management Sector recieveing the certification |
