Ecotourism development in Penang Hill: a multi-stakeholder perspective towards achieving environmental sustainability

Located in one of the famous natural and cultural tourist destinations of northern Malaysia, Penang Hill serves as an ideal destination for both local and international tourists. The objective of this study was to understand and explore key stakeholders perspectives to enhance management for the aim...

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Published inEnvironmental science and pollution research international Vol. 28; no. 31; pp. 42945 - 42958
Main Authors Salman, Ahmad, Jaafar, Mastura, Mohamad, Diana, Malik, Summaira
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Berlin/Heidelberg Springer Berlin Heidelberg 01.08.2021
Springer Nature B.V
Subjects
Aquatic Pollution
Atmospheric Protection/Air Quality Control/Air Pollution
Conservation
Conservation of Natural Resources
Earth and Environmental Science
Economic development
Economics
Ecotourism
Ecotoxicology
Empowerment
Environment
Environmental Chemistry
Environmental Health
Environmental protection
Environmental science
Humans
Malaysia
Research Article
Tourists
Waste Water Technology
Water Management
Water Pollution Control
Malaysia
Penang Malaysia
Tourist impact
Malaysia
Stakeholder
Protected area
Ecotourism
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Summary:Located in one of the famous natural and cultural tourist destinations of northern Malaysia, Penang Hill serves as an ideal destination for both local and international tourists. The objective of this study was to understand and explore key stakeholders perspectives to enhance management for the aim of conservation, economic development, and recreation in Penang Hill. Data was collected from three key stakeholders of Penang Hill using semi-structured in-depth interviews. Stakeholders showed robust interests in environmental protection , cultural conservation, economic activities, awareness, and empowerment . This paper concludes by stating that Penang Hill is under strong management, and stakeholders are continuously engaged in the destination. The management authority collaborates with the key stakeholders of Penang Hill and incorporates their interests and viewpoint to ensure the ecotourism process goes smoothly and Penang Hill becomes one of the top ecotourism destinations.
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Responsible Editor: Philippe Garrigues
ISSN:0944-1344
1614-7499
DOI:10.1007/s11356-021-13609-y