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Selection Process of Sustainable Indicators for the Algarve Region—OBSERVE Project

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  • Fátima Farinha

    (CEPAC/CTA, Institute of Engineering, University of Algarve, 8005-139 Faro, Portugal)

  • Miguel José Oliveira

    (CEPAC/CTA, Institute of Engineering, University of Algarve, 8005-139 Faro, Portugal)

  • Elisa M. J. Silva

    (CEPAC/CTA, Institute of Engineering, University of Algarve, 8005-139 Faro, Portugal)

  • Rui Lança

    (CEPAC/CTA, Institute of Engineering, University of Algarve, 8005-139 Faro, Portugal)

  • Manuel Duarte Pinheiro

    (CERIS, Department of Civil Engineering, Architecture and Georesources, Tecnico, Universidade Lisboa, 1049-001 Lisboa, Portugal)

  • Cátia Miguel

    (CERIS, Department of Civil Engineering, Architecture and Georesources, Tecnico, Universidade Lisboa, 1049-001 Lisboa, Portugal)

Abstract

The selection of indicators for the Observatory of Sustainability of the Algarve Region for Tourism (OBSERVE), poses challenges, namely which indicators are relevant to stakeholders and how to assure that information is available. To support the selection of the environmental, sociocultural, economic and institutional indicators, an engagement process was designed and applied, which included meetings with stakeholders, a workshop and an online survey. The results showed that both workshop and online surveys reflected, in general, similar opinions, thus allowing the selecting of the sustainable development indicators for the Algarve region. Additionally, the results showed that nearly 75% of the indicators can be obtained from national statistics and, therefore, can be used on the OBSERVE project, assuring a quick flow of information. As limitations, it is important to mention that the other 25% will need further development, in order to provide data for indicators, like carbon management and client satisfaction. With this approach, the observatory will survey and evaluate the sustainable development of the region (status and trends), based on indicators that answer to the strategic needs of system’s main users, with social and economic implications, i.e., public institutions, economic agents, tourists, local communities and residents.

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  • Fátima Farinha & Miguel José Oliveira & Elisa M. J. Silva & Rui Lança & Manuel Duarte Pinheiro & Cátia Miguel, 2019. "Selection Process of Sustainable Indicators for the Algarve Region—OBSERVE Project," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 11(2), pages 1-24, January.
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