By integrating sustainable waste management practices, tourism operations can contribute to resource conservation, environmental protection, and the broader goals of sustainable development. 

Vienna as city already has a well-functioning waste disposal program and has set further ambitious goals, emphasizing the principles of reducing, reusing, and recycling.  

For tourism, waste reduction creates a particular challenge due to the use of single-use products and tourists’ unfamiliarity with local waste separation rules. Tourism activities tend to generate more waste than typical household consumption, as visitors expect higher hygiene standards and a broader selection of food and services. Additionally, people tend to use more disposable products while on vacation, further increasing waste volumes. A precise measurement of the waste generated by tourism in Vienna is currently not possible.

The data that can be found in the dashboard below is currently only available in German. English translations will follow shortly.