ISO 20121
Events take a heavy toll on our resources, society and the environment. They can generate significant waste, put a strain on local resources like water or energy, or even ignite tensions in local communities. With ISO 20121 you can make your event sustainable, no matter its type or size.
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Event Sustainability Management
ISO 20121:2012 specifies requirements for an event sustainability management system for any type of event or event-related activity, and provides guidance on conforming to those requirements.
ISO 20121:2012 is applicable to any organization that wishes to:
- Establish, implement, maintain and improve an event sustainability management system;
- Ensure that it is in conformity with its stated sustainable development policy;
- Demonstrate voluntary conformity with ISO 20121:2012 by
- First party (self-determination and self-declaration),
- Second party (confirmation of conformance by parties having an interest in the organization, such as clients, or by other persons on their behalf), or
- An independent third party (e.g. a certification body).
ISO 20121:2012 has been designed to address the management of improved sustainability throughout the entire event management cycle.
How does it work?
ISO 20121 offers guidance and best practice to help you manage your event and control its social, economic and environmental impact. Every action counts, from relying on tap water instead of plastic bottles to encouraging use of public transport. You might find that it also helps you cut unnecessary costs.
ISO 20121’s flexible approach means that it can be used for all types of events, from music festivals to school outings.
The standard has been developed with input from many different stakeholders, including representatives from the event industry, to make it practical and useful. It addresses all stages of an events’ supply chain, and includes monitoring and measuring guidelines.