Goal: By 2030, Whistler demonstrates leadership in redefining tourism in a low-carbon world.
- Whistler hosts roughly 3 million tourists every year, with world-class amenities for a wide range of experiences.
- Greenhouse gas emissions associated with tourist travel to and from Whistler are higher than the total emissions of the community.
- The challenge of reducing travel emissions for tourists is a challenge for the global tourism industry as a whole.
Key initiatives
- Work with partners to develop and market Whistler as a low-carbon destination.
- Promote Whistler businesses leading on climate action.
- Partner with resort organizations to promote longer stays and fewer trips.
- Partner with resort organizations and regional partners to promote alternatives to personal vehicles travelling to and within Whistler.
- Partner with car rental agencies to make electric vehicles available to visitors.
- Partner with resort organizations to encourage emissions offset programs.
RMOW divisions and key partners
Lead: Climate and Environment
Support: Economic Development, Cultural Planning and Development, Transit and Transportation Demand Management, Planning
Partnerships: Municipalities within the Sea to Sky Corridor, Tourism Whistler, Whistler Blackcomb, Destination BC, Economic Development