When booking business travel or planning meetings and events, you may notice sustainability certification badges displayed against hotels and venues. These badges help identify organisations that have demonstrated a commitment to responsible environmental and social practices.
Sustainability certifications are awarded by independent organisations and assess areas such as carbon reduction, energy and water efficiency, waste management, responsible sourcing, community engagement and ethical business practices. While each certification has its own criteria, they all provide greater transparency and help organisations make more informed supplier choices.
Recognising these certifications can support your organisation's sustainability objectives by helping you:
- Reduce the environmental impact of business travel and events.
- Select suppliers with recognised sustainability credentials.
- Support organisations committed to responsible business practices.
- Contribute towards wider ESG and Net Zero goals.
- Make more informed procurement decisions.
As there are several different sustainability certifications used across the hospitality industry, it can sometimes be difficult to understand what each one represents.
Our Guide to Sustainable Hotel & Venue Certifications explains the most recognised certifications you'll see when booking hotels and venues, including ECOsmart, Green Tourism, Green Key, B Corp, ISO 14001, ISO 20121, EcoVadis and EarthCheck. The guide explains what each certification covers and how it can help you make more sustainable travel and even
Greenage ECOsmart Awards
Green Tourism Certification Awards
t booking decisions.