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Ecotourism is defined under the Eco Certification Program as: To gain Eco Certification a rigorous process of self assessment is required to ensure we have met specific criteria which address the principle of ecotourism; this is then verified by an independent assessor from Ecotourism Australia before an independent on-site audit of our operations is undertaken within the 3 year life of the program.
This involved satisfying the criteria for:. The accreditation program is designed to eco marketing solutions exmouth australia genuine Ecotourism operators within Australia and give guests an assurance that the operators have a commitment to ecological sustainability and provide a quality Ecotourism experience.
We have sound management and operational planning, which include documented Business, Marketing, Financial, Advertising, Maintenance and Risk Managements plans as well as fulfilling the criteria for legal compliance. Our ethical business practices include commitments to natural area management, best practice environmental sustainability and the provision of environmentally sound experiences. All our marketing is accurate and presents realistic expectations through our brochures and web site.
Guests are encouraged to make comments in our guest book and a customer satisfaction form is available to make further comments. This feedback is acted upon where practical. Ningaloo Whaleshark-n-Dive are committed to protecting the marine environment of the Ningaloo Marine Park by ensuring that all staff are trained to promote good reef etiquette, which includes:. We promote energy efficiency within the business through the turning off of lights, electrical equipment when not in use and maintenance of machinery, vehicles and boats so that they operate at optimal efficiency.
Recycling eco marketing solutions exmouth australia aluminum cans is done through council facilities, but at this point there are no other facilities for recycling in Exmouth. We will continue to monitor council for recycling programs.
All food is purchased in bulk to minimize packaging. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and will continue to implement measures to reduce the use of energy, water and fuel. The specially trained eco marketing solutions exmouth australia provides expert commentary to visitors. Ningaloo Whaleshark-n-Dive is committed to educating clients by providing them with interesting and educational information on eco marketing solutions exmouth australia local environment, flora and fauna and Indigenous culture.
Clients are also given information about the history of Ningaloo Reef, including the conservation and restoration of the natural environment, the protection of flora and fauna eco marketing solutions exmouth australia Indigenous culture, and the preservation of any feature of archaeological, historic or scientific interest. The need to protect this environment by appropriate behaviour and controlled tourism is eco marketing solutions exmouth australia.
Ningaloo Whaleshark-n-Dive has cooperated and assisted organizations that undertake research and management of systems at Ningaloo Marine Park, in particular whaleshark research.
We have on numerous occasions taken Brad Norman and his support staff out for research projects. Recently we were involved with Mark Meakin from the James Cook University and 60 Minutes to raise awareness of the threat to whale shark numbers. We support the levying of marine tours to fund scientific research undertaken by DePaW in the marine environment in the Exmouth region. We have a strong commitment to support local business, the local community, sporting clubs, other operators, government departments and schools.
Ningaloo Whaleshark-n-Dive is continuously researching options to reduce Greenhouse gas emissions. The solar photovoltaic panels are controlled by an MPPT charger and store energy continuously in day light hours in deep cycle batteries — even when the vessel is on standby at its mooring.
As eco marketing solutions exmouth australia benefit of this the GenSet has to run less hours during a day, which reduces greenhouse gas emissions and their impact on the Ningaloo Reef.
March De rating applied to PV panels: This involved satisfying the criteria for: Business Ethics Our ethical business practices include commitments to natural area management, best practice environmental sustainability and the provision of environmentally sound experiences.
Responsible Marketing All our marketing is accurate and presents realistic expectations through eco marketing solutions exmouth australia brochures and web site. Take only photos, leave only bubbles No removal of anything natural from the sea No pollution of the environment Maintain a respectful distance from marine animals Highlight the fragility of the reef eco marketing solutions exmouth australia Where possible DePaW mooring bouys are used, where this is not feasible a patch of bare sand a suitable distance from sensitive habitats is used to weight anchor.
We try and use biodegradable, low nutrient detergents and cleaning products where available. Working with local communities We have a strong commitment to support local business, the local community, sporting clubs, other operators, government departments and schools.