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2019 | Buch

Environmental Management in Ski Areas

Procedure—Requirements—Exemplary Solutions

verfasst von: Prof. Dr. Ulrike Pröbstl-Haider, Monika Brom, Dipl.-Ing. Claudia Dorsch, Alexandra Jiricka-Pürrer

Verlag: Springer International Publishing

Buchreihe : SpringerBriefs in Environmental Science

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This book raises awareness of environmentally friendly and resource-sparing management of winter sports areas, in order to increase the number of certified ski areas. Many ski areas today are advertised with seals of approval, titles and awards. Often, however, it is unclear which institutions and criteria are behind these appraisals. This practice is widely criticized as “green-washing”, since a cautious use of ecologically and scenically sensitive mountain areas is more important now than ever. An environmental management system based on international or European standards ensures “real” improvements and external evaluation, but relies on the personal responsibility of the providers rather than on regulations imposed by authorities. This book contributes to developing a trustworthy and unified system for such evaluation, and one that can be applied internationally.

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Frontmatter
Chapter 1. Introduction
Abstract
Environmental management is getting more and more important for destination choice, green marketing and sustainable tourism offers. In the past, environmental measures were primarily imposed by conservation authorities. Nowadays, an increasing number of organizations choose to take a more active approach and address environmental issues in their management and marketing schemes. The introductory chapter highlights this voluntary application of environmental management systems by ski resorts and ski areas as a crucial opportunity for sustainable development.
Ulrike Pröbstl-Haider, Monika Brom, Claudia Dorsch, Alexandra Jiricka-Pürrer
Chapter 2. Aims and Basic Principles of the Handbook
Abstract
This chapter introduces the main international standards of environmental management systems and their related certification, illustrating basic principles and rules. Furthermore, the main goals of this handbook are described such as identifying the specific challenges for ski resorts, the particular methodological adaptations that need to me made and the prerequisites for a successful certification.
Ulrike Pröbstl-Haider, Monika Brom, Claudia Dorsch, Alexandra Jiricka-Pürrer
Chapter 3. Development of Environmental Management Systems in Ski Areas
Abstract
This chapter presents the crucial auditing cycle which is the basis for any eco-management and auditing scheme as introduced by the European Commission. Against these basic principles and their historic development, the main advantages and benefits of a participation in the EMAS system are reported. Finally, the definition and often challenging spatial delimitation of a ski area are described.
Ulrike Pröbstl-Haider, Monika Brom, Claudia Dorsch, Alexandra Jiricka-Pürrer
Chapter 4. Establishing the Environmental Management System in Ski Areas
Abstract
This chapter covers the whole content of the environmental review and the related procedure for obtaining the required information. In this context, an overview on the legal requirements and a legal database are crucial components of the review which should also include safety aspects and emergency planning. The review gives an assessment of the current state encompassing all relevant environmental aspects such as geology and soils, climate conditions, vegetation, fauna, water, immissions, waste and the use of resources. To assist with the assessment and evaluation of these different environmental aspects, related checklists are provided. Finally, personnel participation during the environmental review and the implementation of actions with a clear definition of responsibilities and competencies are explained. The chapter closes with recommendations for communication and documentation.
Ulrike Pröbstl-Haider, Monika Brom, Claudia Dorsch, Alexandra Jiricka-Pürrer
Chapter 5. Management Review and Internal Audit
Abstract
This chapter explains the internal audit and its recommended content. During this step, top management shall review the environmental management system in defined intervals and identify potential for improvement as well as possible need for changes. This process is crucial for the continuing suitability, adequacy and effectiveness of the system and ensures continual improvement.
Ulrike Pröbstl-Haider, Monika Brom, Claudia Dorsch, Alexandra Jiricka-Pürrer
Chapter 6. Verification and Validation Through Environmental Verifiers
Abstract
The verification and validation process under the EMAS regulation demand a specific procedure explained in this chapter. This step examines whether the requirements of the EMAS regulation are fulfilled, which may only be conducted by authorised external environmental verifiers. The description includes the necessary qualifications of such verifiers as well as the various aspects that need to be examined by them.
Ulrike Pröbstl-Haider, Monika Brom, Claudia Dorsch, Alexandra Jiricka-Pürrer
Chapter 7. Registration Process (EMAS)
Abstract
This chapter explains the last steps of the EMAS process, its registration by the respective environmental agency and lists the required documents. In addition, the requirements for organisations to renew their EMAS registration are addressed. Austria and the documents provided by its national Environment Agency serve as an example to describe the procedure.
Ulrike Pröbstl-Haider, Monika Brom, Claudia Dorsch, Alexandra Jiricka-Pürrer
Backmatter
Metadaten
Titel
Environmental Management in Ski Areas
verfasst von
Prof. Dr. Ulrike Pröbstl-Haider
Monika Brom
Dipl.-Ing. Claudia Dorsch
Alexandra Jiricka-Pürrer
Copyright-Jahr
2019
Electronic ISBN
978-3-319-75061-3
Print ISBN
978-3-319-75060-6
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-75061-3