We would always recommend that businesses receive independent accrediation where they can to help communicate the steps that they are taking to reduce their carbon footprint.
Green Tourism Business Scheme
www.green-tourism.com
We have a long standing partnership with the Green Tourism Business Scheme, and work closely to promote their programme.
Green Tourism works to promote a greener, cleaner environment, for people, places and our planet. They recognise and support eco-friendly achievements of tourism businesses with our internationally respected accreditation programme of Bronze, Silver and Gold awards.
Interested? Please contact us about membership.
Green Key
www.greenkey.global
This prestigious certificate represents a commitment by businesses that their premises adhere to the strict criteria set by the Foundation for Environmental Education.
ISO 14001
www.iso.org/iso-14001-environmental-management.html
ISO 14001 sets out the criteria for an environmental management system and can be certified to. It maps out a framework that a company or organization can follow to set up an effective environmental management system.
Travelife - Accommodation
travelifestaybetter.com
Travelife is a global accommodation sustainability certification body. Respected for being impartial and robust, our comprehensive set of GSTC-recognised requirements cover emissions, biodiversity, human rights, fair labour, child safeguarding and animal welfare.
Travelife also have a programme for Tour Operators and Travel Agents.
BCorp
bcorporation.uk
Certified B Corporations, or B Corps, are companies verified by B Lab to meet high standards of social and environmental performance, transparency and accountability.
The B Corp Community is a global movement of businesses that provide leadership by demonstrating their commitment to people and the planet. There are now over 5,000 B Corps in 84 countries and covering 157 industries.
bcorporation.uk/b-corp-certification/what-is-a-b-corp
Sustainable Restaurant Association - Food Made Good Standard
thesra.org/food-made-good-standard
The Standard is awarded to restaurants and F&B businesses that meet a set of criteria focused on sourcing, society and environment. The accreditation aims to encourage and recognise sustainability practices in the food service industry.
Bristol Eating Better Awards
www.bristol.gov.uk/bristol-eating-better-award
The Bristol Eating Better Award supports and rewards businesses, schools caterers and early years caterers and providers that offer healthier food options and promote food and environmental sustainability.
Find out about Visit West's commitment, strategy, goals and progress to creating a more sustainable region.
