Research Cluster Overview

Research Cluster: The Future of Work and Education
Topic: Sustainable Tourism
Theme: An Assessment of Circular Tourism Practices in Tourist Accommodations across India: To Uncover Best Practices

This research investigates sustainable tourism through the lens of circular tourism practices in tourist accommodations across India. The focus is on waste management, resource efficiency, regenerative tourism, green mobility, and sustainable consumption. Insights from this research aim to guide start-ups and policymakers toward better, resilient, and human-centered tourism practices aligned with circular economy models.

Expected Outcomes

• Identify and apply best circular tourism practices across Indian tourist accommodations.
• Generate business and policy recommendations for tourism entrepreneurs and startups.
• Sensitize stakeholders to circular economy principles for long-term resilience and competitiveness.

Current Projects

• “Kochi Water Metro as a pioneering inland water-based urban transportation solution for smart cities”

Faculty Details & CVs

Lead Faculty: Dr. Simmy Kurian
Designation: Professor
Department: Management
Location: Kochi
Contact: 7012813214
Email: k.simmy@jainuniversity.ac.in

Faculty Members:

• Dr. Simmy Kurian – CV
• Dr. Girish S Pathy
• Dr. Monoo John

Collaborating Opportunities

Internal: Nil
External: ICSSR
Other Collaborations: Nil