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Management of electronic medical waste disposal and its impact on the sustainability of the tourism destination
In: Tourism and hospitality industry 2024 "Trends and challenges" : Congress proceedings. University of Rijeka, Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality Management, 2024. pp. 131-138. https://doi.org/10.20867/thi.27.19
Baričević, Dino; Rajković, Irijana; Šimunić, Mislav

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Baričević, D., Rajković, I. & Šimunić, M. (2024). Management of electronic medical waste disposal and its impact on the sustainability of the tourism destination. Tourism and hospitality industry 2024 "Trends and challenges" : Congress proceedings (pp. 131-138). University of Rijeka, Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality Management. doi: 10.20867/thi.27.19

Baričević, Dino, et al. "Management of electronic medical waste disposal and its impact on the sustainability of the tourism destination." Tourism and hospitality industry 2024 "Trends and challenges" : Congress proceedings, University of Rijeka, Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality Management, 2024, pp. 131-138. https://urn.nsk.hr/urn:nbn:hr:191:929045

Baričević, Dino, Irijana Rajković and Mislav Šimunić. "Management of electronic medical waste disposal and its impact on the sustainability of the tourism destination." In Tourism and hospitality industry 2024 "Trends and challenges" : Congress proceedings, 131-138. University of Rijeka, Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality Management, 2024. Accessed 2025 April 03. https://urn.nsk.hr/urn:nbn:hr:191:929045

Baričević, D., Rajković, I. and Šimunić, M. (2024) 'Management of electronic medical waste disposal and its impact on the sustainability of the tourism destination', Tourism and hospitality industry 2024 "Trends and challenges" : Congress proceedings, University of Rijeka, Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality Management, pp. 131-138. Available at: https://urn.nsk.hr/urn:nbn:hr:191:929045 (Accessed 03 April 2025)

Baričević D, Rajković I, Šimunić M. Management of electronic medical waste disposal and its impact on the sustainability of the tourism destination. Tourism and hospitality industry 2024 "Trends and challenges" : Congress proceedings. University of Rijeka, Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality Management; 2024. Pp. 131-138. [cited 2025 April 03] Available at: https://urn.nsk.hr/urn:nbn:hr:191:929045

D. Baričević, I. Rajković and M. Šimunić, "Management of electronic medical waste disposal and its impact on the sustainability of the tourism destination", Tourism and hospitality industry 2024 "Trends and challenges" : Congress proceedings University of Rijeka, Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality Management, 2024. [Online] Available at: https://urn.nsk.hr/urn:nbn:hr:191:929045 [Accessed: 03 April 2025]

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Title (english)Management of electronic medical waste disposal and its impact on the sustainability of the tourism destination
AuthorDino Baričević
AuthorIrijana Rajković
AuthorMislav Šimunić
Author's institutionUniversity of Rijeka
Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality Management
Scientific / art field,
discipline and subdiscipline		SOCIAL SCIENCES
Economics
Abstract (english)
Purpose - The management of electronic medical waste (e-waste) represents a significant challenge and an opportunity for sustainability in the health tourism industry. As large companies in tourist destinations increasingly use electronic devices for medical purposes, the disposal of these items becomes crucial for the health of the environment and the sustainable development of the destination. This paper examines the impact of healthcare e-waste disposal in destinations and discusses... More strategies for effective management to improve sustainability. Findings-Research - This study is based on a mixed methods design that includes a quantitative analysis of e-waste generation and qualitative case studies at major healthcare providers in leading tourism destinations. The paper evaluates different strategies for e-waste management, including Design for Environment (DfE) principles, the use of environmentally friendly materials, energy efficient practices, data security measures, recycling and reuse, and more. A multi-perspective approach will be used to discuss the challenges and opportunities of e-waste management that promotes sustainable tourism development. Design/methodology/approach - This study examines the management of electronic medical waste (e-waste) and its impact on sustainability in tourism destinations. With the increasing integration of technology into the healthcare services offered there, the proper disposal and recycling of e-waste is proving critical to maintaining environmental health and ensuring sustainable development of the tourism economy. This study aims to identify effective e-waste management strategies that can be implemented by large companies operating in tourism destinations and analyse their impact on the environmental sustainability and overall attractiveness of these places for tourists. Findings/ Originality of the research - This study not only represents an intersection between the healthcare industry’s management practices regarding the disposal of average-life devices by hospitals and sustainability in tourism, but also provides insights for policy makers, healthcare managers and tourism stakeholders regarding effective e-waste management approaches. The study highlights the role that sustainable e-waste management can play as a key differentiator for destinations, while ensuring the health and safety of tourists and the wellbeing of the host community. The argument of this study is therefore that the current management of e- waste in healthcare facilities needs an alternative approach to improve their attractiveness and sustainability. Less
Languageenglish
Publication typeScientific paper - Review paper
Publication statusPublished
Peer reviewPeer review - international
Publication versionPublished version
Publication titleTourism and hospitality industry 2024 "Trends and challenges" : Congress proceedings
Numberingpp. 131-138
p-ISSN2623-7407
DOIhttps://doi.org/10.20867/thi.27.19
URN:NBNurn:nbn:hr:191:929045
Publication2024
ConferenceTitle: 27th International Congress: Tourism and Hospitality Industry 2024: Trends and Challenges
Location: Opatija, Croatia
Start date: 2024-06-06
End date: 2024-06-07
Assembly type: Lecture
Document URLhttps://thi.fthm.hr/images/proceedings/2024/15_R_Baricevic_Rajkovic_Simunic
Type of resourceText
PublisherUniversity of Rijeka, Faculty of Tourism and Hospitality Management
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