GDS-Index

Study and analyses
GDS INDEX

Study context and objectives

The Global Destination Sustainability Index is the leading sustainability assessment and improvement programme for destinations around the world. It uses 70 indicators that assess the sustainability performance of destinations in four key areas: environmental performance, social performance, supplier performance and DMO performance. These are aligned with the 2030 Agenda and integrate the 17 Sustainable Development Goals.

Main findings of the study and key figures

  • Awesome Circular Economy project involving all the stakeholders
  • The sorting of bio-waste or the composting of bio-waste at the source will be compulsory for all professionals from the end of 2022
  • The "Good Food" portal is a best practice
  • Brilliant accessibility guide: Handy Event Guide
  • Sustainability Action Plan 2022-2023 is aligned to the UN Sustainable Development Goals