ISO 20121

Events often take a toll on resources and the environment, generating a significant amount of waste. ISO 20121 is the leading international event sustainability certification for events and their management systems.  

Based on the "Plan-Do-Check-Act" methodology, ISO 20121 provides a systematic framework for integrating sustainable management practices. It aims to reduce the impact on economic, environmental and social aspects. For example, reducing conflict in local communities by relieving the strain on the local infrastructure and utilities. 

The standard applies to multiple entities, such as event organisers and service providers, as well as management systems relating to a specific event activity (e.g. catering. plants, stands, etc.). 

A certification audit by TÜV SÜD offers guidance on several event aspects. This includes waste production, energy and water consumption, and managing workers within the event organisation chain.

ISO 20121 certification offers guidance and best practice to improve event sustainability, as well as manage its environmental and social impact. Various stakeholders, including event industry representatives, provided input to create the standard, making it practical and useful. 

ISO 20121 addresses all stages of an event’s supply chain and includes both monitoring and measuring guidelines. Your organisation can use the management system to set and reach important sustainability goals, as well as implement best practice policies and procedures. Alongside numerous social and environmental benefits ISO 20121 certification can significantly reduce overall costs and improve your brand reputation.

Take advantage of our experience and expertise and choose TÜV SÜD as your certification partner. Our auditors must follow a strict code of conduct to ensure complete independence, providing you and your stakeholders with assurance of their complete independence and professionalism.