Environmental Impacts on Communities

Resource Competition

Tourism strains local resources:

Water Conflicts

• Tourist pools versus resident needs
• Golf courses in dry regions
• Shower demands exceeding supply
• Infrastructure overwhelm

Waste Management

• Collection systems strained
• Seasonal volume spikes
• Recycling challenges
• Cost burden on communities

Pollution and Degradation

Communities bear environmental costs:

Multiple Impacts

• Air quality deterioration
• Noise pollution increases
• Visual pollution (signs, crowds)
• Natural area degradation

Coastal resident Jacques: "Summer means diesel fumes from cruise ships, music until dawn from beach clubs, litter everywhere, sewage overflows. We pay the price for others' vacations."