Tourism is one of the world’s major economic sectors, yet its susceptibility to crises like pandemics is undeniable. COVID-19 not only caused a sharp decline in tourism revenue and productivity but also reshaped its operations as well as customer behavior and preferences. With the lifting of travel restrictions, the industry is rebounding but facing challenges […]
Until recently, the competitiveness of the tourism sector was largely determined by expansion on the demand side, measured in terms of both the quantity and value of visitors. The economy, society, and environment are all affected by tourism, both positively and negatively. In addition to responding to increasing demand, the tourism industry is expected to […]
This P-Talk explores the implementation of productivity concepts within ecoindustrial parks, fostering resource efficiency, cleaner production, and industrial symbiosis to drive inclusive, sustainable industrial development. Dr. Hung-Suck Park, Distinguished Chair Professor, Ulsan College, Republic of Korea, draws on real-life examples and best practices from the ROK to showcase the economic, environmental, and social benefits of […]