“ECOTOURISM AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONSEVATION: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES”
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15787946Keywords:
ecotourism, environmental conservation, sustainable tourism, biodiversity protection, green travel climate change mitigation.Abstract
This article explores the interconnection between ecotourism and environmental conservation, focusing on both global practices and regional examples. It examines how ecotourism can serve as a tool for protecting natural ecosystems while contributing to the sustainable development of local communities. The paper identifies key challenges such as environmental degradation, lack of regulation, and over-tourism. At the same time, it highlights opportunities like community empowerment, biodiversity preservation, and climate change mitigation. Case studies from various countries, including Uzbekistan, are used to illustrate successful and problematic ecotourism models. The article concludes with recommendations to enhance the positive impact of ecotourism on environmental conservation..
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