Green Tourism training and resources
Ready to go green? Your Thanet sustainability & net zero information
Ready to make your business greener? Whether you need funding, advice on building projects, or a complete Net Zero strategy, we’ve gathered the best resources for you below.
Local commitment: Thanet Council's Net Zero Strategy
Thanet District Council is committed to achieving Net Zero for its core carbon footprint by 2030. We are working hard to reduce greenhouse gas emissions across the district. As a Tourism team we have developed a Tourism Pledge too. Find out how our local commitment connects with your business goals:
Need funding or investment?
The journey to Net Zero often may involve some investments. Check these sources for financial support and grant opportunities:
- Clean Growth Financing Initiatives with Lloyds Bank.
- Workspace Charging Scheme: A voucher-based scheme supporting the up-front cost of installing electric vehicle charging points.
- Gov.uk: Keep an eye on the official government finance and support pages for the travel and leisure industry.
- Kent County Council: Explore their business loans and funding options.
Need strategy, certification, or support?
Get access to expert guidance, national networks, and formal commitments to define your path to sustainability:
- Green Tourism: The leading green grading body for over 2,500 eco-friendly accommodation providers and attractions.
- Low Carbon Kent: You may be eligible for their free business support services, including access to finance and commercialisation.
- UK Business Climate Hub: Provides tools and steps to take, including a free BS ISO 50005 Energy Management System.
- Glasgow Declaration Climate Action in Tourism: Join signatories committed to the five pathways: Measure, Decarbonise, Regenerate, Collaborate, and Finance.
- Carbon Trust: Offers support with strategy, measurement, innovation, and certification, plus a handy guide for SMEs’ journey to Net Zero.
- FSB’s Small Business Sustainability Hub: Resources, events, and support to help SMEs move toward Net Zero.
- Quality in Tourism: Offers guidance on Environmental Social Governance (ESG).
Need advice on building projects?
If your project involves construction or refurbishment, consider the embodied carbon in your materials:
- Architects Climate Action Network: Resources on embodied carbon and natural building materials education.
- Structural Timber Association: Information on sustainable alternatives to steel and concrete.
- Alliance for Sustainable Building Products: A wealth of resources on natural and sustainable building materials.
- AECB (Association for Environmental Conscious Building) Network.
Ready to train your team & communicate efforts?
VisitEngland Guide
Learn how to communicate your sustainability efforts effectively and attract customers with their guide: Using Sustainability to promote your Business.
Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC)
Regular sessions of their Sustainable Tourism Course and Sustainable Hotel course.
EdX Courses
Several sustainable tourism courses and Massive Open Online Course (MOOCs) from different universities, including free options.
European Commission’s Take A Green Step
A comprehensive set of best practises covering all aspects of greening your accommodation establishments or restaurant.
