The Great Barrier Reef, Sustainable Tourism Flashcards
1
Q
Tourism accounts for what percentage of the reefs economic output?
A
87%
2
Q
How much is generated due to tourism on the Great Barrier Reef?
A
AU$5 billion per year
3
Q
What was set up to make sure that the great barrier reef is more environmentally sustainable?
A
The great barrier reef marine park authority (GBRMPA)
4
Q
In 2003 the GBRMPA established what?
A
Zoning system
5
Q
Most tourists pay what of AU$3.5 per person per day?
A
And environmental management charge
6
Q
Between the 1980s and 1990s tourism rapidly increased by what percentage?
A
30% more tourists each year
