Creating Innovative Solutions, from the Ground Up
Three member of Reef check team were trained about eco labels and particularly about Travelife to support accommodations in Tioman to be more sustainable. A workshop was organized on the island to highlight the advantages to be engaged on the sustainability path: better resources management, marketing recognition, staff awareness, local environment protection. Two accommodations wereRead More
Sukau Rainforest Lodge (SRL) is engaged on the path of sustainable tourism for years and has been recognized by different organizations for its impressive achievements. Wild Asia consultancy consisted in auditing SRL accommodation using a holistic approach involving Responsible Tourism and Sustainability Building Initiatives team members, to measure the environmental performances and provide advices. AtRead More
Peat swamp forests are just one example of the rich natural heritage found in the tropical rainforest of Malaysia. Adapted to tolerate high water levels, these wetlands habitats exhibit special ecological characteristics and give shelter to unique plant and animal life. TheSouth-East Pahang peat complex is the largest block of undisturbed mixed peat swamp forests remainingRead More
The Biodiversity in Plantation Landscapes manual was visualised by Wild Asia, and subsequently supported by the Malaysian Palm Oil Council (MPOC) to inspire and educate plantation managers to start incorporating biodiversity principles into the management of their plantations for protecting their natural areas from depletion, as well as to develop useful and practical resources for those onRead More
Wild Asia extended its support to the African palm-producing region. This is part of our an effort to build capacity on RSPO requirements in the region. This professional training series on High Conservation Values: Concept, Standards & Monitoring Toolscombines the experience and expertise of Wild Asia (WA) and the Zoological Society of London (ZSL) in supportingRead More
Malaysian small farmers, also known as smallholders, can now be independently certified under the RSPO Certification System. Wild Asia, together with our partners, have worked to get the first Malaysian group certified. The groups certificate was officially released on 6th September 2013. Date: 2013 Location: Malaysia
5-day training course is designed for auditors wishing to carry out auditing for the Roundtable for Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) producer standard, for company staff in charge of meeting RSPO requirements, and any interested stakeholders (e.g. NGOs, government officials) wanting to learn about RSPO standards and systems. The course includes lectures, workshops, a practical auditRead More
Sustainable palm oil production is not just a concern amongst multinational companies but extends to small plantation businesses (5,000-10,000ha) and smallholders (less than 50ha) as well. At present, there is a lack of working models to assist smaller businesses in understanding and implementing RSPO criteria for their plantations. With that in mind, Wild Asia isRead More
Smallholders are an important part of the palm oil supply chain. Although many receive support from government schemes and/or local CPO mills, there are large numbers of independent smallholders that remain largely unsupported. As the palm oil industry works to become more sustainable, these independent smallholders can be left behind.. The Wild Asia Group Scheme (WAGS) aimsRead More
In an effort to raise awareness on the impacts of mass tourism, Wild Asia teamed up with a local publishing house to create an engaging video that highlight the hidden effects of mass tourism. We have more videos on RT on YouTube at www.youtube.com/wildasia Date: Since 2006 Location: Web Space / Asia
Wild Asia presented to over 150 people on the overview of Responsible Tourism in Asia at the PATA (Adventure Travel and Responsible Tourism Conference) in Nepal. Date: 2011 Location: Nepal
Wild Asia was invited as honorary guests to a Responsible Tourism event organized by the tourism students of University of Santo Tomas in the Philippines.
An interactive workshop for students to understand the relationship and impact between the business world, the environment and the people. Wild Asia conducted this workshop in several universities including Taylors University and Open Path University. Date: 2010 & 2011 Location: Malaysia
Wild Asia organized a 3-day workshop for the staff and nature guides of Borneo Rainforest Lodge, one of Malaysia’s premier ecotourism operators in the pristine Danum Valley in Sabah. The workshop covered basics of Responsible Tourism (RT) and participants brainstorm to formulate an RT work plan for individual areas of work. Date: 2010Location: Malaysia
Engaged as the sustainable tourism consultant in forming the Strategic Implementation Plan for Taman Negara Endau Rompin (TNER), an under stated nature-based destination in Malaysia.Wild Asia conducted a baseline assessment on TNER, provided recommendations to develop it as an ecotourism site and provided input on how best to communicate it as an ecotourism site throughRead More
Assessed Malaysia’s nature based tourism (NBT) potential using international sustainable tourism standards and integrated management systems in an effort to increase revenue share. Date: 2012-2013 Location: Malaysia
Wild Asia’s Responsible Tourism Awards is one of the first tourism award in Asia specifically focused on sustainable tourism best practices. Established by Wild Asia in 2006, this annual award recognizes tourism operators who are making a positive difference in the destination where they operate by adopting sustainable management practices. Date: Since 2006 Location: Malaysia
A 2-day training workshop with field officers of WWF (Malaysia) exploring strategies and best practices for implementing community-based tourism activities as part of their conservation work. Date: 2012Location: Malaysia
Proud official responsible tourism/CSR partner of Asia’s largest B2B travel trade show that takes place annually in Singapore. Wild Asia coordinates all the responsible tourism events and networking sessions at the trade show. Date: 2009 to Current Location: Singapore