Stakeholders’ Barriers Analysis in Reducing Carbon Footprint in Hurghada Hotels

Abdelhafez, Ahmed M. A.; Hewedi, Mahmoud Mahmoud; Abdelhakim, Ayman Safi; Gaber, Aliaa Mokhtar

doi:10.21608/ijhth.2025.363209.1064

Stakeholders’ Barriers Analysis in Reducing Carbon Footprint in Hurghada Hotels

Document Type : Original Article

Authors

¹ Demonstrator, Hotel Studies Department, Faculty of Tourism and Hotels, Fayoum University, Fayoum, Egypt

² Professor, Hotel Studies Department, Faculty of Tourism and Hotels, Fayoum University, Fayoum, Egypt

10.21608/ijhth.2025.363209.1064

Abstract

The hospitality industry is a significant contributor to global carbon emissions, necessitating urgent sustainability efforts. This research examines the barriers to carbon footprint reduction in Hurghada hotels, focusing on stakeholder perspectives, including hotel managers and government representatives. Using a mixed-methods approach, qualitative structured interviews with the Ministry of Tourism and the Ministry of Environment were conducted alongside a quantitative survey of 108 hotel managers from Green Star-certified hotels. Findings reveal high implementation costs, regulatory inefficiencies, lack of trained personnel, and stakeholder conflicts are the primary challenges hindering sustainability efforts. Additionally, limited access to standardized accreditation processes and weak green supply chain integration are further complicated implementation. The research applies stakeholder theory to interpret these barriers, highlighting the need for stronger regulatory frameworks, financial incentives, and multi-stakeholder collaboration. The findings contribute to sustainable research and offer policy recommendations aligned with Egypt’s Vision 2030 and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to support a more sustainable hotel industry.

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