New Zealand launches new scheme to rank tourism operators

The Age recently reported that a new scheme which has been introduced by New Zealand’s Environment Minister Damien O’Connor has made changes to how Qualmark accredits tour operators. Qualmark is New Zealand tourism’s official mark of quality which accredits more then 2000 tourism operators in NZ. Travel companies which are listed with them carry more trustworthiness in the industry.

As The Age writes:

The scheme will introduce new Qualmark ratings of Enviro-Gold, Enviro-Silver and Enviro-Bronze for companies that meet benchmarks in energy efficiency, waste management, water conservation and community.

O’Connor is hoping the changes will encourage more environmentally conscious travellers from Europe and America to New Zealand.

More details here