A.6.   Design and construction of buildings and infrastructure:

• A.6.3       use locally appropriate principles of sustainable construction

Local environmentally- and economically-sound design and development techniques should be integrated into the design and construction phase of the tourism operation for minimizing natural resource impacts as well as consideration of the potential socio-cultural and economic benefits.  This includes:

•    Locally appropriate tools and materials that minimize environmental impact

•    Locally appropriate technologies that is used in buildings and for construction, including indigenous materials and technologies

•    Development of local capacity - education, knowledge and experience - to use the materials, technologies, tools for sustainable construction

•    Local involvement of all concerned stakeholders in the process of adoption and implementation of sustainable construction principles.

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Potential Indicators

•    Construction plan follows sustainable site design and plan (see
     Criterion A.6.2)

•    Construction plan documents elements to meet all GSTC criteria, 
     with specific emphasis on risk areas of impact associated with
     construction:

•    Minimize areas of vegetation disturbance, earth grading, and
     water channel alternation. (Yes/no) (D.3.5)

•    Reducing wastes and emissions (D.2)

•    Incorporate local materials and crafts into structures, native plants
     into landscaping, and local customs into programs and operations.
     (yes/no) (B.3, D.1.1 and D.3.3)

•    Safe and clean workplace provided (B.8)