University of Aarhus ECOTOURISM AS A WAY TO PROTECT ...
University of Aarhus ECOTOURISM AS A WAY TO PROTECT ...
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Ecotourism as a sustainable way to protect nature<br />
excellent framework for conservation there still is negotiation on how to define<br />
“artisanal” fishery.<br />
3.1.6 The New Special Law<br />
In 1997 the government set up a process <strong>of</strong> consultation and negotiation,<br />
which included representatives from conservations groups, the tourism industry,<br />
industrialist, environmental authorities and representatives from national and<br />
international organizations. The Charles Darwin Research Station participated as<br />
an advisor. After a series <strong>of</strong> meetings they reached an agreement on how to<br />
promote conservation <strong>of</strong> biodiversity and sustainable development in the<br />
Province <strong>of</strong> Galapagos. The laws contain the following regulations.<br />
1) Control <strong>of</strong> introduced species, by regulating transport <strong>of</strong> introduced<br />
species, eradication in agricultural lands, a quarantine inspection system,<br />
environmental impact assessment (EIA) and audit.<br />
2) Local participation and appreciation. This should among other things be<br />
promoted by environmental education. Institutions and individuals have<br />
duty to participate in controlling <strong>of</strong> introduced species. To incentive the<br />
locals, they have to be some local economic benefits, in terms <strong>of</strong><br />
improved social service, exclusive rights to future tourism and fishing<br />
opportunities. Local responsibility is also enhanced through participation<br />
in the Marine Reserves authority and the INGALA council (National<br />
Institution for the Galapagos, which arise with the new law. It is<br />
responsible for coordinating policies and planning throughout the<br />
Galapagos).<br />
3) Tax incentives for organizations that train local residents and the law also<br />
oblige employers to hire permanent residents rather than employ<br />
outsiders.<br />
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