The GDS-Index is a destination-level programme that measures, benchmarks, and improves the sustainability strategy and performance of tourism and events destinations.
The GDS-Index is aligned with international standards; UN SDGs, GSTC Destination Criteria, UNWTO.
Click here to read more about the benchmarking methodology including data collection and verification, the four benchmarking categories, governance and criteria development and performance scoring methods.
This page highlights each destinations sustainability journey and will showcase their journey.
The 2023 GDS-Index comprises 69 indicators across four categories. Here is the total score and the score for the four categories for this destination.
Environmental
Social
Supplier
Destination Management Organisation
Environmental
Includes a city's performance pertaining to its policies and infrastructure, such as climate change commitment, carbon emissions, renewable energies, resource and water management, public transport, and air pollution levels.
Social
Indicates the performance of the city against indicators of SDG integration, Corruption, Personal Safety, Access to Information and Communications, Health and Wellness, and Inclusivity, using external sources such as the Social Progress Imperative Index, and Corruption Perceptions Index.
Supplier
Addresses the sustainability commitment and performance of the local meetings' industry supply chain, including airports, events agencies, hotels, venues, and restaurants.
Destination Management Organisation
Indicates the sustainability commitment, including questions pertaining to maturity of a destination's sustainability and regeneration strategy, leadership, communication of sustainability initiatives (to support client planners), and the accuracy of their reporting on sustainability operations.
Charlottetown's sustainability program is an ongoing effort that involves collaboration between government agencies, community organizations, and residents. By prioritizing renewable energy, waste management, active transportation, water conservation, sustainable building practices, community engagement, and climate change adaptation, the city is working towards a more sustainable future.
Does Meetings & Conventions Prince Edward Island have a Sustainability Strategy?
Does Charlottetown have a sustainable destination certificate?
Does Meetings & Conventions Prince Edward Island report on its sustainability performance?
Charlottetown has shown a strong commitment to environmental sustainability. Key aspects of the city's efforts include renewable energy generation, robust waste management practices, water conservation measures, promotion of active transportation, implementation of environmental policies and regulations, preservation of green spaces and biodiversity, and climate change adaptation strategies.
OF ELECTRICITY
FROM RENEWABLES
OF WASTE
RECYCLED
HECTARES OF GREEN
AREA PER 100 000
POPULATION
The City of Charlottetown has released a sustainable events/meetings manual to promote environmentally responsible practices and reduce the ecological footprint of events and meetings. The manual includes guidelines for waste management, energy efficiency, water conservation, sustainable transportation, local sourcing and procurement, and education and awareness. By implementing the practices presented in this manual, Charlottetown aims to minimize environmental impact, promote sustainability, and raise awareness among event organizers and participants.
OF HOTEL ROOMS
SUSTAINABILITY
CERTIFIED
OF VENUES
SUSTAINABILITY
CERTIFIED
OF PCOS/DMCS
SUSTAINABILITY
CERTIFIED
Charlottetown's social sustainability initiatives focus on fostering community engagement, providing affordable housing, ensuring access to social services, preserving cultural diversity, improving accessibility, promoting health and well-being, and advancing social equity and inclusion. These efforts contribute to creating a socially sustainable and inclusive city where residents can thrive and enjoy a high quality of life.
The GDS-Movement is a pioneering, data-driven international change agency that acts to catalyse socio-economic and environmental transformation in cities and regions across the world. Our mission is to empower tourism and events professionals with the mindsets, skill sets, and toolsets to co-create more regenerative and resilient destinations to visit, meet, and live in.
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