Following a pilot reporting exercise conducted in 2021, this is the first annual report of the Global Tourism Plastics Initiative (GTPI). The report summarises the progress made by GTPI signatories in implementing their commitments throughout 2021. 

The Global Tourism Plastics Initiatives goal is to unite the tourism sector behind a common vision to address the root causes of plastic pollution. Signatories commit to the immediate reduction and planned total removal of single use plastics. Usage needs to be measured and reported annually both by the signatory and as part of the wider program. 

The initiative isn't perfect but it's an important step towards the tourism industry taking some accountability for the plastic waste it generates. 

Pousada Serra Verde is a signatory to this initiative and we have managed to remove all single use plastics from our guest chalets.

The full report can be found here: https://www.oneplanetnetwork.org/knowledge-centre/resources/global-tourism-plastics-initiative-2022-annual-progress-report