Regenerative Tourism Policy.

Regenerative Tourism & Sustainability Policy – Jonny Gios Photography

At Jonny Gios Photography, we believe that photography has the power to inspire responsible travel, support local communities, and protect the environment. Our approach to regenerative tourism goes beyond sustainability—we aim to leave a positive impact on the places we visit, ensuring they thrive for future generations.

1. Minimising Carbon Footprint

We are committed to reducing our environmental impact by:

  • Prioritising Local Travel – Where possible, we work with local clients and projects to reduce unnecessary long-distance travel.

  • Eco-Friendly Transport – We opt for low-carbon travel options, such as public transport, carpooling, or cycling, whenever feasible.

  • Carbon Offsetting – For essential travel, we contribute to tree-planting and rewilding initiatives to offset our emissions.

2. Reducing Waste & Sustainable Practices

We strive to minimize waste in our work by:

  • Going Digital – We limit printed materials and offer digital-only delivery of images and contracts to reduce paper waste.

  • Eco-Friendly Packaging – Where physical prints or albums are requested, we use recyclable or biodegradable packaging.

  • Sustainable Editing & Storage – We use energy-efficient devices and cloud storage services powered by renewable energy where possible.

3. Supporting Local Communities & Ethical Tourism

  • We prioritise working with local businesses, guides, and creatives to ensure economic benefits remain within the community.

  • We practice ethical storytelling, ensuring our images respect and honour local cultures, traditions, and people’s privacy.

  • We advocate for responsible tourism, encouraging travellers to engage with places in a way that respects the environment and local heritage.

4. Wildlife & Environmental Conservation

  • We follow a strict leave-no-trace approach, ensuring that nature and wildlife remain undisturbed during shoots.

  • We do not engage in exploitative tourism, such as unethical wildlife interactions or staged cultural experiences.

  • We collaborate with conservation projects, using photography to raise awareness about environmental protection efforts.

5. Continuous Learning & Improvement

  • We stay informed on best practices in sustainable and regenerative tourism, adapting our approach as new solutions emerge.

  • We welcome feedback and partnerships with organisations that align with our values to strengthen our commitment to sustainability.

Join Us in Responsible Photography & Travel

By choosing Jonny Gios Photography, you are supporting a business that values ethical storytelling, sustainability, and positive tourism impact. Together, we can create meaningful images while protecting the planet and empowering communities.

📷 Capture the world with care. Leave it better than you found it.