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Machu Picchu aims to become carbon neutral
Posted 12 Jan 2021 12:14 PM

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Machu Picchu aims to become carbon neutral
12-January-2021

Machu Picchu, which is one the new seven wonders of the world, is aiming to be a carbon neutral site. The incredible archaeological delight is making efforts to reduce its carbon footprint. The goal right now is to progressively reduce carbon footprint so that it can cut down 45 percent emissions by 2030, and 100 percent by 2050. The famous tourist site in Peru that opened up last November after the lockdown, is setting up to follow the climate agreement guidelines of Paris.

Machu Picchu was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983, and it happens to be a natural habitat of species such as the Andean bear, apart from orchids, and endemic birds.

The latest initiative will see public and private investment, and will also aim to involve itself in activities that have a positive impact on the environment. Among these activities, one is to expand organic waste treatment, and reduce the use of plastic here. Plastic of course is one of the key elements of worry when it comes to climate change, and the environment. Tourists will also be encouraged to check their own carbon emissions when they visit the site.

According to the World Tourism Organization of the UN, almost five percent of the total carbon emissions of Peru comes from tourism. With this green initiative, the country is pushing towards sustainable development, and taking direct action against climate change.

There are three levels of action when it comes to reduction of carbon emissions. The first talks about the destination, and how it is committed to being carbon neutral. The second is of enterprises, involving corporates and so on. The third deals with tourists who can help by travelling better.

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