The chosen topic is Norwegian perceptions of climate change and air travel behaviors, as air travel has been identified as a rapidly growing contributor to overall CO2 emissions for climate change. Specially, with long one way flight exceeding annual per capita sustainable emission levels in comparison with the other transportations for tourism, such as rail, road and sea-based passenger modes, air travel is furthermore the most harmful for the climate system.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction and overview of the issue
2. Study context or critical review of the research article
3. Role-play context
4. Management issues at stakeholders
5. Stakeholder summary overview
6. Various key stakeholder groups
7. Critical analysis of the challenges by stakeholders
7.1 General perspectives on climate change
8. Climate change and attitudes to air travel
8.1 Concern over long-haul travel to New Zealand
9. Key management objectives that group seeks to address
10. Outcomes that group seeks to achieve
11. Are the objectives compatible/incompatible with other stakeholder group? Why? To what extent?
12. The results that need to achieve
13. Recommendation & Conclusion
Research Objectives and Themes
The primary objective of this work is to examine the relationship between climate change perceptions and air travel behavior, specifically focusing on how tourist attitudes toward long-haul travel, particularly to New Zealand, impact carbon emissions and sustainability goals.
- Analysis of aviation's contribution to global CO2 emissions.
- Evaluation of tourist attitudes and travel motivations in the context of climate change.
- Examination of stakeholder roles, including government, airlines, and international organizations.
- Critical review of management challenges regarding sustainable tourism and travel behaviors.
- Discussion of policy-based initiatives and behavioral change as climate mitigation strategies.
Excerpt from the Book
Climate change and attitudes to air travel
Some attitudes of travellers are mentioned in the article written by Higham et al (Higham & Cohen, 2011) by telling that. ‘I’m not going to stop travelling…’ (Grethe, 27), (Higham & Cohen, 2011). This study found a love of travel among participants. Deeply entrenched travel behaviours, and a profound reluctance to compromise an established ‘appetite’ for holidays were evident. So concerning the climate, we haven’t taken that into our interest of travelling and seeing other places’ (Silje, 45), (Higham & Cohen, 2011).
Summary of Chapters
Introduction and overview of the issue: This chapter introduces the significant role of air travel in global CO2 emissions and highlights its harmful impact on the climate system compared to other transport modes.
Study context or critical review of the research article: This section reviews existing literature to show that public concern regarding air travel's environmental impact is often lower than necessary due to ingrained lifestyle habits.
Role-play context: This chapter identifies tourists, business travelers, and airlines as key stakeholders playing a critical role in the dilemma of balancing travel desires with climate change impacts.
Management issues at stakeholders: This section discusses how tourism stakeholders are mapping regulatory policy initiatives to mitigate air travel growth and foster environmental awareness.
Stakeholder summary overview: This chapter provides a list of primary stakeholders influencing and being influenced by the circle of air travel, emissions, and climate policy.
Various key stakeholder groups: This section focuses on budget airlines and the impact of deregulation and intense competition on the accessibility and frequency of air travel.
Critical analysis of the challenges by stakeholders: This chapter analyzes the massive challenges faced by governments and societies in reconciling global economic goals with urgent climate change mitigation.
General perspectives on climate change: This subsection highlights the spectrum of awareness among study participants, ranging from total ignorance of travel impacts to early signs of climate-conscious behavior.
Climate change and attitudes to air travel: This chapter explores how deeply entrenched travel appetites often override personal climate concerns.
Concern over long-haul travel to New Zealand: This subsection explains why the UK market is a major contributor to energy consumption per capita due to the geographical distance to New Zealand.
Key management objectives that group seeks to address: This chapter outlines central goals such as CO2 reduction, sustainable tourism, and behavioral changes.
Outcomes that group seeks to achieve: This section suggests practical outcomes like investing in nature conservation and adopting green innovations like biofuels.
Are the objectives compatible/incompatible with other stakeholder group? Why? To what extent?: This chapter discusses the conflict between sustainability targets and the travel industry’s drive to increase passenger numbers through loyalty schemes.
The results that need to achieve: This section emphasizes the necessity of governmental and media intervention to stabilize net CO2 emissions.
Recommendation & Conclusion: The final chapter calls for stronger government and media communication to influence consumer behavior and suggests technological alternatives like video conferencing to reduce unnecessary travel.
Keywords
Climate Change, Air Travel, CO2 Emissions, Sustainable Tourism, Stakeholders, Aviation, Behavioral Change, Long-haul Travel, Tourism Management, Environmental Impact, Carbon Footprint, Policy Initiatives, Tourism Industry, Global Warming, Travel Behavior
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core focus of this research?
The work primarily examines how Norwegian and European travelers perceive the connection between air travel and climate change, and how these perceptions influence their decision-making.
What are the main thematic areas covered?
The themes include the environmental impact of aviation, the role of various industry stakeholders, the influence of tourism marketing, and the challenges of achieving a low-carbon economy in the tourism sector.
What is the primary research question or goal?
The goal is to understand the conflict between the growing demand for long-haul air travel and the urgent need to address the climate crisis, focusing on how consumer behavior can be managed.
Which scientific methods are utilized?
The work uses a critical review and analysis of empirical studies, scholarly research, and government policy data to synthesize current knowledge on aviation, tourism, and climate policy.
What topics are discussed in the main body?
The main body covers stakeholder roles, the "flyer's dilemma," behavioral addictions to travel, management objectives for sustainability, and the effectiveness of current policy-based initiatives.
Which keywords best characterize this work?
Key terms include Climate Change, Air Travel, CO2 Emissions, Sustainable Tourism, Behavioral Change, and Tourism Management.
What does the model on the continuum of air travel and carbon consciousness illustrate?
The model illustrates the cycle from carbon neutrality through climate change denial and ignorance to the acceptance of impacts without actual behavior change, highlighting why transition is difficult.
How does the author propose reducing the negative environmental impact of tourism?
The author suggests a combination of stronger governmental regulation, increased public awareness through media, a shift toward nature-based tourism, and the adoption of technological alternatives like video conferencing for meetings.
Why is the UK market particularly significant in the context of travel to New Zealand?
The UK is a major long-haul market, and due to the significant geographical distance, it results in high energy consumption and CO2 emissions per capita compared to other travel routes.
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- Jobaire Alam (Autor), 2015, Norwegian perceptions of climate change and air travel behaviors, Múnich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/414268
