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About
ENVision, which stands for “Environmental Vision,” is a case competition that
challenges high school students to formulate innovative solutions for
sustainability issues in the hospitality space. It aims to inspire the next
generation of change-makers to take real action toward future-proofing the
tourism industry.

Theme
Climate Change Adaptation in Hospitality and Tourism.

Eligibility
All current high school students in the Philippines from Grades 7-12 of school
year 2023-2024 are eligible to join in team of 1 to 4 members. Graduates of 2023
are also eligible. For the final round, the top 10 teams will present to the Board
of Judges consisting of industry experts.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZERS

TAJARA Leisure and Hospitality Group is a leading
hospitality consulting and development company
specializing in hotel, residential, and tourism
development. Tajara Hospitality is the lead organizer of
Philippine Hotels for Sustainable Tourism (PHILHOST).
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NOVUS is a student-led organization providing platforms

for the youth to develop ideas and solutions surrounding
pressing real-world challenges. Its flagship project is the
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NOVUS Case Competition, a STEM and spoken word
innovation contest.
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Problem Statement
Climate change has significant implications for the hotel industry, especially in
the Philippines. Being a coastal country situated in the Pacific Ring of Fire, the
Philippines is highly susceptible to hazards such as cyclones, floods, and
landslides, all of which are exacerbated by the changing climate.

The hotel industry's dependence on natural resources, such as energy and

water, for its daily operations makes it vulnerable to uncertainties of climate
change. High temperatures, changes in precipitation patterns, and extreme
weather events can disrupt hotel operations as well as compromise
infrastructure. Therefore, it is paramount for the hotel industry to take active
measures to enhance its resilience by adapting to climate change.

The Task
The team’s task is to create a presentation to pitch to industry experts from the
hotel industry a climate change adaptation solution that enhances the
resilience of hotels. You may approach the climate change adaptation from a
multitude of angles, including technical innovation, regulation and policy,
synergies between the government and private sector players, and stakeholder
engagement.

Teams may focus on one of the three areas of climate change adaptation:
Coastal Management
Circular Economy
Renewable Energy

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Coastal Management
The Philippines has one of the longest coastlines in the world. With world-
famous tourism destinations such as Siargao, Palawan, and Boracay, the coast is
at the heart of supporting Filipino passions and livelihoods. How can we
reimagine these coastal paradises to safeguard the interests of local
communities while adapting to rising sea levels and the impacts of climate
change?

Circular Economy
The circular economy concept aims to eliminate waste by optimizing the use of
materials and keeping them in circulation for as long as possible. In the context
of the hotel industry, this could involve implementing measures to reduce
waste, such as eliminating single-use items, repurposing old items, and
composting. How should hotels make use of the circular economy concept to
reduce the need for extracting resources and minimize contributions to waste
generation?

Renewable Energy
Renewable energy is a critical component of climate change adaptation in the
Philippines because the country’s heavy reliance on fossil fuels makes it
vulnerable to energy supply disruptions from extreme weather events such as
cyclones and floods. Therefore, it is important to shift towards renewable
energy as a way to adapt to climate change. How can can we help the hotel
industry harness renewable energy effectively and reduce its reliance on fossil
fuels.

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 TIMELINE

April
Opening of contest registration
24

May
Workshop 1*
20

May
Closing of contest registration
30

June
Workshop 2*
3

June
Submission Deadline
30

July
Announcement of Finalists
15

July
Case Competition (Top 10 Finalists Only)
29

*Participants have to attend at least

one of the two workshops. These will
feature a case briefing and insights
from industry experts.

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 PRIZES

1st Prize
30,000 Php in Cash and Prizes + 3D2N all expenses paid stay and participation
in the hotel’s sustainability and conservation efforts.

2nd Prize
20,000 Php in Cash and Prizes.

3rd Prize
10,000 Php in Cash and Prizes.

All winners will participate in a top hotel/tourism destination’s study tour

providing an insider’s view on their sustainable practices.

REGISTRATION GUIDELINES

Registration link: tinyurl.com/ENVision23

There are no limits to the minimum and maximum number of teams from
each school.
Contestants may choose to form teams with students from different
schools.
Teams are encouraged to register as soon as possible to secure their
competition slots. We are only accepting a limited number of entries.

Questions or concerns may be directed to novus.competition@gmail.com

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