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Expected benefit : More really sustainable tourism projects

Introduction of the updated version of the agora sustainability check … … and how to use the tool in the field test? Wolfgang Günther Institute for Tourism Research in Northern Europe, N.I.T., Kiel www.nit-kiel.de.

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Expected benefit : More really sustainable tourism projects

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  1. Introduction of the updated version of the agora sustainability check …… and how to use the tool in the field test?Wolfgang GüntherInstitute for Tourism Research in Northern Europe, N.I.T.,Kielwww.nit-kiel.de

  2. TodayOIntention and development of the Sustainability CheckOIntention of the field test O Field test procedure O Present version in briefO Questions and discussion

  3. Intention of the Sustainability CheckOThere are lots of sustainable tourism projects (at least by name)O and many funds, which depend on this requirement, O but no unique standard for the sustainability of these projects.  There is a need to develop a testing tool for the sustainability of tourism projects which can be used by supporting bodies. Expected benefit: More really sustainable tourism projects

  4. Development of the check toolThe Check list was developed by the agora Sustainability Check Advisory Board:o Baltic Chamber of Commerce Association (BCCA), Michael Zeinert, Björn Ipsen oCoaliton Clean Baltic (CCB), Jörg SchmiedeloSocial Hansa, Marion WoitschikoFriends of the Earth Germany (BUND), Ulrich Söffker… and commented by several agora partner

  5. Development frame Basis: State of Art Report (December 2005) Frame: 6 Sustainability Objectives

  6. Intention of the field testO make sure that the Check is practicable and applicableO a "dummy call" for us to learn whether the test works out or notO no financial consequences for your project  Don´t be shy or polite! We need your honest feed back! Expected outcome: An optimised check tool ready for a wide use

  7. Field test procedure (1) You have got the test version of the sustainability check two weeks ago  You fill in the check list directly in the word file and answer the questions in way that is convincing from your point of view  Keep it short and simple. Instead of writing long essays, you are welcome to refer to already existing documents! Just attach them.  If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact us or ask us now  

  8. Field test procedure (2) Check should be completed and send to N.I.T. by October, 31.  Feedback from N.I.T. within two weeks after sending us the Check (latest date: November, 1th).  If rework is needed, this has to be done until December, 10 th.  Finally, we ask you to give us your opinion on the check tool. Please also note, how long it took you to fill in the check list.  Based on your feed back and experiences the Sustainability Check Advisory Board assisted by N.I.T. will conclude the final version of the check tool

  9. Outlooko Finalisation of the check tool in Spring 2007o Communication to supporting bodieso Presentation to UN-Task force on sustainable tourismo Use of the check as precondition for projects to be included in the DestiNet Portal

  10. No more tick boxes Present version in brief Structure of the checklist

  11. Date: Responsible person:  Initial application (by applicant)  First assessment (by examiner)  Resubmission (by applicant)  Final assessment (by examiner) Routing card A) Please fill in the following details: Project title: ………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Name of applicant: ………………………………………………..……………………………………………………….. Name of supporting body: ……………………………………………………………………………………………..………….. Name of examiner: ………………………………………………………..……………………………………………….. B) Project stage (please tick only one box):  Application  Midterm evaluation  Final execution check C) This checklist has been completed for the following stage of the assessment process on the date given below:

  12. Content of the checklist 1-6 Aspects for each objective plusinvolvement of professional expertise for each dimension plusconsideration of each dimension in the project set up 32 Questions to be answered 

  13. Any more questions? Thank you!

  14. General RequirementsIn general:The sustainability check should illustrate what needs to be considered in assessing the sustainability of a tourism project:o with little effort, flexible applicationovalid for the entire Baltic Sea Regiono transparent and easily comprehensible o with equal consideration for ecological, economical and social issuesostimulating and not unnecessarily constrictingo can be combined with already existing funding guidelines oInternet availability and usabilityo usable for planning and/or implementation and/or final evaluationo input for reporting duty

  15. Development of the Sustainability Check How?

  16. Next steps 3rd agora meeting in Nida

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