Surf Tourism

What is the value of a wave?

Global surf tourism is worth up to $91 billion per year but surfing’s benefits to human well-being aren’t often studied in economic terms. We know surfing is good for local communities and can make places more desirable to live in. It’s crucial we understand the real value of surfing and how it underpins local economies and lifestyles.

About Dr Ana Manero

Dr Ana Manero’s research is dedicated to finding strategies for sustainable management of natural resources, in a way that accounts for human values and needs, as well as environmental protection. When she is not researching the environment, Ana is actively enjoying it—mostly swimming and surfing.

This event is run in partnership with the UWA Oceans Institute.