According to a report, the tourism sector in Northern Ireland needs to get ready for a time when reducing climate change will increase the cost of flying.
Challenges over the ensuing ten years are examined in the research paper from the Department for the Economy.
It states that rising airfares "may limit affordability for outside tourists.".
It was also stated that the industry must "mitigate against airplane dependency and the rise in carbon prices.".
Most international travelers arrive in Northern Ireland via air routes.
According to the study, "The reliance on air travel creates a high risk as carbon prices may continue to rise in the future, leading to a reduction in airline demand.
"Northern Ireland will have to strike a balance between risk management due to rising carbon prices and maintaining airport connectivity between target tourist markets. ".
One of the most contentious aspects of the net-zero emissions policy is the air transportation sector. It will be challenging to operate jet engines using less-polluting technologies, and governments are reluctant to agree to measures that will increase the cost of travel.
The study suggests that any additional taxes be used to fund climate and environmental projects using instances from other nations as support.
According to the study, "over tourism," which occurs when tourist numbers and behavior have a negative impact on local communities, needs to be anticipated and minimized.
This has been observed in places like Amsterdam, which recently launched a campaign to discourage young British men from visiting.
The study shows how tourism is already having an effect on housing stress along the north coast.
In particular locations, it suggests a pilot program for stricter rules governing short-term rentals and online booking sites.
