Year Liquid waste (m 3 per day) 2002 146030 2003 133622 2004 151039 2005 152388 2006 151833 2007 167624 2008 124228 Table 3.2.6 In conclusion, Macau’s rapid development of tourism has caused lots of sideffects to the environment. However, it is a must for Macau to improve in this environment aspect if one wants to achieve sustainable tourism development. There are various measures that the government and hotels can take in order to minimize the impact on environment and to balance the economical benefits with the side effects. 20 Macau Statistics and Census Service (2002-2008). Environmental Statistics.
DSEC – Research Competition Developing Macau as a sustainable tourism destination in terms of hotel industry. 15
