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."