Workshop on Multi-Actor Partnerships for Climate Disaster Risk Financing and Preparedness in the Tourism Sector
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SLYCAN Trust
The tourism sector in Sri Lanka is valued at approximately USD 2 billion, directly employing 250,000 individuals and indirectly impacting up to 2 million people (SLTDA, 2023). Nuwara Eliya, renowned for its cool climate, picturesque tea estates, and natural beauty, is a key player in this industry. However, climate change poses significant threats, potentially altering its temperate climate, increasing extreme weather events, and affecting critical attractions such as tea plantations. Sri Lanka's Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) recognise tourism as vital for foreign exchange earnings and underscore the importance of climate resilience and environmental conservation to protect essential assets.