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Advancing Low-carbon Tourism: Exploring The Role of Glamping in Carbon Mitigation Strategies in West Java
Published date: Dec 03 2025
Journal Title: KnE Social Sciences
Issue title: The 5th International Conference on Tourism, Gastronomy, and Tourist Destination (TGDIC 2025)
Pages: 193 - 204
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Abstract:
Tourism contributes around 8% of global greenhouse gas emissions, with accommodations accounting for nearly 6%. In Indonesia, West Java’s environmental quality remains below national targets, as indicated by IKLH scores of 58.91 in Bogor and 62.23 in Bandung, while the government targets a 31.89% emissions reduction by 2030. In this context, glamping has rapidly expanded in West Java, with over 400 sites. This study adopts a multiple case study approach and reflexive thematic analysis, combining field observations at three Bobocabin sites in provincial strategic areas (North Bandung and Bogor-Puncak-Cianjur) and interviews with glamping management and provincial government agencies. Findings reveal seven key themes underpinning glamping’s role in carbon mitigation and sustainable tourism. First, eco-friendly design and technology are realized through modular cabin designs, natural ventilation, and recycled materials. Second, low-emission transportation facilities support green mobility. Third, operational efficiency is achieved through integrated water and energy use, comprehensive waste management, and plastic reduction. Fourth, glamping creates positive economic and social impacts, yet faces risks such as capacity limits and overtourism. Fifth, robust regulatory compliance is strengthened by proactive licensing and sustainability certification. Sixth, local community empowerment emerges through local micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) partnerships, collaborative activities, and inclusive training. Lastly, environmental education is promoted via digital guides, school programs, and staff capacity building. Collectively, these pillars demonstrate that well-managed glamping integrates environmental, economic, and social strategies, advancing a replicable model for nature-based sustainable tourism and supporting Indonesia’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Keywords: glamping, low carbon tourism, sustainable tourism, tourism impact mitigation, climate change
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