Multidimensionality of water sustainability stretches across sectors:
After technology transformation comes human transformation in the way we treat water. Responsible Tourism must become a strategic driver for water legacy.
How water conferences in a destination enforce cross-sector collaboration between all stakeholders and support better governance
Topics:
How can older hotels and historic buildings in Oman catch up to become “smart and sustainable” in water saving, leakage detection, energy & waste reduction. What are the latest developments in best practice to save water in hotels?
-New projects set the tone in data monitoring of all water management
Monitoring water use and irregularities is the basis for efficient water use management.
-What monitoring technology is presently applied and what new monitoring is available?
-What are the main challenges for adapting water saving solutions that are needed to overcome.
What are cruise lines doing to engage their guests in sustainability programs. On board, at port, in destination visits.
Branding: How can mentorship for water create sustainable brands and add purpose to cruise line business, elevating the importance of water protection and water saving to cruise passengers
(Data about motivation of cruise passengers for sustainable offers – DMCs and ports: What do Cruise passengers look for, what innovative experiences can add purpose (wetlands, mangroves, information, gaming)
Tourist Board /DMC: Creating responsible day tours – how to engaging cruise passengers in water responsibility and avoid overexposure (wise development)
Local ports: how can they support the sustainability programs of cruiselines
Introduce a Call to action: Initiating a research project with a focus on supporting water responsibility in Oman through cruise passengers - research: what do passengers look for? What data can be useful?
Focus: Promoting water-conscious practices in tourism destinations through real-world examples, policy insights, and actionable strategies.
Session Details
Title: "Global Perspectives: Water Challenges in Tourism Destinations"
Objective: Understand regional water challenges and the role of government policies in driving water-conscious campaigns.
Format: 3 Presentations (10 minutes each) from policy and decision-makers in international water-stressed regions.
Content: Presenters will share local challenges and new water-related regulations as a result.
Duration Total: 30 minutes.
Title: "Success Stories: How Destinations Become Water-Wise"
Objective: Showcase best practise from international cities and regions about effective water conservation campaigns, emphasizing innovation and cross-sector collaboration.
Format: Panellists from different destinations discuss key achievements, challenges overcome, and the role of destination marketing in driving water-conscious behaviour.
15.30 – 15.45 Speaker tba
Financing /Funding Options available in Oman for innovation in heat resilience and water safety programs
Presenter: bank or funding platform tba
15.45 - 16.00
The Need to Driving intangible In-Country Value in the Water Sector:
Education, Research, Innovation