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are different aspects around urbanization,

which need to be understood. Along with

urbanization come in the challenges of

managing infrastructure, energy, water, and

impact on other resources. Sustainability of

hospitality and tourism is also linked with

efficient use of these resources. It is estimated

that in India, by 2030, the urban population

would be close to 590 million people. The

cities in such a scenario would generate 70%

of the GDP and this would also impact how

energy is sourced, generated and consumed.

There would be an impact of development of

habitats and offices, transportation and

infrastructure requirements.

Tourism is considered one of the most highly

climate-sensitive economic sectors (UNWTO,

2013 a). Many tourism destinations are

dependent on climate as their principal

attraction, sun-and-sea or winter sports

holidays for example, or on environmental

resources such as wildlife and biodiversity. A

changing climate will have profound

consequences on tourism flows and

subsequently on the important contribution of

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