The conservation of biodiversity is a critical issue all around the globe, which is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including several endangered species. Tourism has been identified as a potential catalyst for the enhancement of the value of biodiversity and the promotion of conservation in modern development paradigm. However, there is a need to examine the opportunities and challenges of using tourism for these purposes. This research used a mixed qualitative study approach for data collection. The researcher has used document review, case study, FGD and expert opinion poll methods in order to capture the in-depth understanding on the issue. The SWOT analysis was used to identify the current status of sustainable tourism in Nepal and its potential for biodiversity conservation. The study found that Nepal has made significant progress in promoting sustainable tourism practices and biodiversity conservation. The government has implemented various policies and regulations to promote ecotourism, such as the establishment of national parks and conservation areas. However, there are still weaknesses that need to be addressed, such as poor waste management, insufficient infrastructure, and lack of awareness among tourists and locals about the importance of biodiversity conservation. The study highlights the need for a more strategic and collaborative approach to tourism development in Nepal that prioritizes biodiversity conservation and sustainable livelihoods. Furthermore, the study suggests that research is needed to identify the potential impacts of climate change on biodiversity in Nepal and develop adaptation strategies for the tourism industry. The research provides insights into the sustainable tourism perspective of biodiversity conservation in Nepal and highlights the need for collaboration among stakeholders to promote sustainable tourism practices and biodiversity conservation in Nepal. The findings suggest that tourism can play a positive role in biodiversity conservation, but this will require careful planning, effective management, and close collaboration between stakeholders in the tourism and conservation sectors.

In an era calling for bold advocacy for radical transformations toward sustainability, Global North universities’ tourism curricula often overlook indigenous knowledge of the Global South, perpetuating unsustainable practices and exacerbating educational inequities. This study addresses the following question: How does justice-oriented tourism education integrate Global South perspectives to reform northern curricula for sustainability? Using a qualitative approach, the researcher conducted an ethnographic study with 7 indigenous individuals across the Global South and 12 Northern educators to assess impacts. The findings reveal that incorporating Global South perspectives, such as indigenous tourism models, enhances students’ cultural awareness and prepares them for sustainable tourism careers, although institutional resistance creates obstacles. This paper aims to advocate for justice-oriented curriculum reforms that empower Global South students, contributing to decolonial pedagogy and sustainable tourism education for inclusive and equitable global mobility.

This systematic literature review reveals into the jurisdiction of sustainable tourism development, serving as a comprehensive exploration of current knowledge on emerging practices and innovations. By exclusively incorporating research focused on innovative drivers in sustainable tourism development from selected journals and specific periods, the review meticulously analyzes 32 research papers using the PRISMA framework. The objective is to gain a clear understanding of how sustainable tourism innovations are approached in terms of research themes, disciplines, and methodologies. The findings reveal a noteworthy upswing in research on sustainable tourism development, particularly in areas like rural homestays, farms, and social tourism, often employing econometric models and descriptive statistics. Despite this surge, the review identifies a research gap pertaining to diverse sustainability issues. It also charts a compelling direction for future research, aligning with the current strategic agenda of sustainability in the tourism industry.

With the world-wide wave of economic development and improved traditional living standard of people, consumption of fuel has also increased significantly. Exponential growth in use of fossil fuel and its impacts compelled to search for alternative energy sources. Green energy is that source of energy that is naturally restocked. Nepal is rich enough country for renewable energy sources even though, could not accelerate growth and development agenda. Appropriate policy and planning of green energy would help to give a big push to break development hazards and would contribute for economic freedom and energy security. This paper attempts to scrutinize and understand the green energy utilization, proper management and exploring the capacity of the Nepalese economy.