A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF MONITORING, WATER TREATMENT AND WASTE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS IN THE CONCEPT OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT OF SOUTH AND SOUTHEAST ASIA RESORTS

Abstract

The article examines ecotechnologies implemented by modern resorts in the South and Southeast Asia region. In particular, water desalination systems using solar energy, rainwater use, and water desalination are widespread. Waste management schemes are dominated by the rejection of plastic and its replacement with alternative materials. When evaluating guest reviews of eco-oriented resorts, interaction with natural ecosystems, both in passive and active recreation – hiking, snorkeling, kayaking, cruises, etc., is of primary importance. When evaluating the room stock, the ergonomics of the room, the absence of noise, and the importance of natural materials in decoration are most often mentioned. In the exteriors, resort guests pay attention to the presence of greenery and natural materials used in the construction of bungalow walls and ceilings. Consumers rarely mention specific eco-technologies in most resorts, but they perceive their presence positively, especially for a resort that clearly lists the implemented eco-technologies and emphasizes the ecological concept of the resort even in the name. The modern perspective of resorts in South and Southeast Asia is to ensure the protection of territories not their own, but those located close to the resort. In particular, the following are relevant and effective: an agreement with local community to lease the Island of Batbitim; the Misool Manta Project of research on both Okeanic mantas and Reef mantas; the Misool Community Recycling Project from Misool Eco Resort. Monitoring systems are rarely used, but are important for assessing the quality of the environment, in particular atmospheric air, sea and drinking water. Therefore, the development and implementation of portable monitoring systems is an urgent task for resorts that support the ecological concept.