Climate action is a cornerstone of sustainable destination development. Reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and strengthening resilience to climate-induced impacts are essential to ensuring that tourism growth aligns with environmental limits and long-term regional wellbeing. By measuring, mitigating, and adapting to climate impacts, destinations can foster a low-carbon tourism model that safeguards both natural and economic systems for future generations.
In Tyrol, climate action is closely intertwined with the protection of biodiversity, the preservation of cultural landscapes, and the promotion of sustainable mobility. Extensive alpine and agricultural land use plays a crucial role in maintaining biodiversity, preventing erosion, and preserving the characteristic alpine scenery that defines Tyrol’s identity and attractiveness as a destination. At the same time, initiatives to expand low-emission mobility and strengthen climate-friendly transport solutions contribute to reducing tourism-related emissions while supporting adaptation to the changing climate.
Key Performance Indicators
TYSTO monitors progress in climate action across two interlinked fields of action — biodiversity & landscape protection and mobility & climate protection. The collected data provide a foundation for targeted, evidence-based strategies that enhance Tyrol’s resilience and ensure the long-term sustainability of its tourism sector.
| Key Performance Indicator | Data Source |
|---|---|
| Existence and implementation of regional climate adaption strategies including targets and measures for GHG emissions reduction and climate change mitigation. | Land Tirol, Tyrolean Tourism Associations |
| Share of sealed surfaces (%) within the permanently settled area of Tyrol | Austrian Conference on Spatial Planning |
| Share of land take (%) within the permanently settled area of Tyrol | |
| Percentage of protected areas relative to the total area of Tyrol | Tyrolean Economic Chamber, Tyrolean Tourism Associations |
| Regional mobility concepts with measures to reduce (tourism-related) traffic | Tyrolean Tourism Associations |
| Quality of public transport accessibility (classified by public transport quality levels) | |
| Mode of transport used by guests (arrival and on site mobility) | |
| Regional guest cards that include mobility offers | |
| Regional e-mobility measures (e.g., charging infrastructure, e-car sharing) | |
| Regional measures to minimize noise, light, and/or air pollution | |
| Regional visitor management measures | |
| Collaboration with nature conservation stakeholders | |
| Development of alpine pasture areas (absolute/%) | |
| Agricultural businesses in the region (10-year development) |
Results
Initial results will be published in 2026, covering data from the 2025 reporting year. Data collection is currently ongoing.
