Tseng said that his organization is doing what it can to encourage people, especially local business operators, to treat the environment with respect. Tseng said “many people still see tourism as a predatory use of environmental resources. We have to change this so they recognize the advantages of sustainable development.” He emphasized incentive programs to get boat operators to convert to solar or electrical power, the construction of two wastewater treatment plants to service the scenic area, the development of an efficient public transport network and environmental education targeting schools and local communities.
In the many facilities available to the tourist, whether it be adequate parking, thoughtfully integrated public transport or clean public lavatories, the agency has achieved much in the last 10 years. The hardest part of the battle remains to be fought: Having achieved some success, will it be able to stop people from grabbing at the short term advantage to the ruination of one of Taiwan’s most beautiful scenic spots?
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