Abstract
The tourism industry is developing rapidly in the Baltic countries, which offer various attractions for international tourists throughout the year. This sector makes an important contribution to economic development in these countries.
However, the positive impact on the economy is accompanied by an increase in the use of natural resources as well as environmental pollution, which can be a drawback in the conditions of an extremely competitive global market. On
the other hand, tourism, when done responsibly, preserving and improving the environment, is a catalyzer for the development of local communities, decreasing unemployment and increasing the GDP of the host country. The purpose of this research paper is to investigate the possible relationship between environment and tourism in Baltic states, focusing on international tourism. Two dynamic econometric models are analyzed to evaluate this impact where CO2
and fine particulate emissions PM2.5 are included as environmental variables, while the development of international tourism is represented through the inbound tourism expenditure and number of international visitors. GDP per capita and trade openness are included as control variables in both models. Our results evidence the causality between international tourism and environmental pollution in Baltic states. We recommend taking measures and drafting policies
for the promotion of sustainable tourism. There are few studies that analyze the relationship between environmental pollution and international tourism in the Baltic states. This paper is an added value to the existing literature on this
particularly critical issue.
However, the positive impact on the economy is accompanied by an increase in the use of natural resources as well as environmental pollution, which can be a drawback in the conditions of an extremely competitive global market. On
the other hand, tourism, when done responsibly, preserving and improving the environment, is a catalyzer for the development of local communities, decreasing unemployment and increasing the GDP of the host country. The purpose of this research paper is to investigate the possible relationship between environment and tourism in Baltic states, focusing on international tourism. Two dynamic econometric models are analyzed to evaluate this impact where CO2
and fine particulate emissions PM2.5 are included as environmental variables, while the development of international tourism is represented through the inbound tourism expenditure and number of international visitors. GDP per capita and trade openness are included as control variables in both models. Our results evidence the causality between international tourism and environmental pollution in Baltic states. We recommend taking measures and drafting policies
for the promotion of sustainable tourism. There are few studies that analyze the relationship between environmental pollution and international tourism in the Baltic states. This paper is an added value to the existing literature on this
particularly critical issue.
Original language | English |
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Pages | 37 |
Publication status | Published - 30 Sept 2024 |
Externally published | Yes |
Event | 10th International Tourism Studies Association (ITSA) Conference “Bridging the Gaps in Tourism Knowledge and Practice: The Future of Sustainable, Smart, and Secure Tourism and Hospitality (Future 3Ss for Tourism)” - Riga, Latvia Duration: 17 Sept 2024 → 20 Sept 2024 Conference number: 10 https://itsa2024.lv |
Conference
Conference | 10th International Tourism Studies Association (ITSA) Conference “Bridging the Gaps in Tourism Knowledge and Practice: The Future of Sustainable, Smart, and Secure Tourism and Hospitality (Future 3Ss for Tourism)” |
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Country/Territory | Latvia |
City | Riga |
Period | 17/09/24 → 20/09/24 |
Internet address |
Field of Science*
- 5.2 Economy and Business
Publication Type*
- 3.4. Other publications in conference proceedings (including local)