Sustainability

Responsible tourism. Lasting impact.

Sustainability at TOFT

Building responsible tourism, protecting biodiversity and uplifting communities across South Asia.

Why tourism matters

The Global Impact of Travel & Tourism

Travel and tourism is one of the world’s largest industries, contributing significantly to economic health and development. It is also a powerful job creator, nature-conservation tool, community-development tool and driver of poverty reduction.

Its cross-cultural, educational, health and human well-being benefits can help support peace and stability among nations and neighbouring communities.

10%of the world’s GDP
1 in 10jobs globally
7%of global exports

Setting better standards

What is Certification?

Help us drive the change

Make sustainability measurable

Your support helps TOFT India promote responsible tourism practices that protect biodiversity, empower communities and strengthen conservation impact. Our certification pathways help accommodation providers turn those principles into practical, verifiable action.

PUG Eco Rated

Designed for nature-focused accommodation providers whose operations directly benefit local ecosystems and neighbouring communities.

Explore PUG Certification

Footprint Eco Rated

Recognises lodging providers that promote eco-friendly leisure or corporate travel in natural, rural and urban destinations.

Explore Footprint Certification

Help Drive Sustainability

Join TOFT India’s network of responsible tourism businesses and make sustainability a meaningful part of your organisation’s impact.