Green Practices Guideline for Services Sector

SOURCE: TOURISM AND TRAVEL-RELATED SERVICES (WTO, 2022). By integrating these green practices into the services sector, specifically in tourism and travel- related services, Malaysia can promote sustainable tourism, reduce environmental impacts, and enhance its competitiveness in the global market. This guideline provides a roadmap for service providers to implement eco-friendly practices, conserve resources, and contribute to Malaysia’s transition to a greener and more resilient economy. The Green Practices Guideline for the Services Sector facilitate the adoption of sustainable practices, drive innovation, and demonstrate the sector’s commitment to environmental stewardship and the achievement of national sustainability objectives. Based on the World Trade Organisation (WTO) definition of Tourism and Travel-Related Services, the Green Practice Guideline for Services Sector encompasses the following scope: 1) Services provided by hotels and restaurants (including catering), 2) Travel agencies and tour operator services, 3) Tourist guide services and 4) Other related services. TOURIST GUIDE SERVICES OTHER RELATED SERVICES (EVENT MANAGEMENT) HOTELS AND RESTAURANTS TRAVEL AGENCIES AND TOUR OPERATOR SERVICES FOOD SERVING SERVICES (CATERING) 1 23 4 5 11 GREEN PRACTICES GUIDELINE FOR SERVICES SECTOR