What is ISO 20121?

ISO 20121 is an internationally recognized standard for sustainable event management. It provides a framework for organizations to manage events sustainably, ensuring that events are planned and implemented in a way that minimizes negative social, economic, and environmental impacts. ISO 20121 applies to all types of events, from small meetings to large festivals, and helps organizations enhance positive impacts and leave a lasting legacy.

### Key Features of ISO 20121

1. **Sustainability Management System**:
ISO 20121 requires organizations to establish, implement, maintain, and improve a sustainability management system (SMS) for event management. This system helps organizations integrate sustainability into all aspects of event planning and execution.

2. **Stakeholder Engagement**:
The standard emphasizes the importance of engaging with stakeholders, including clients, suppliers, attendees, and the local community. Effective stakeholder engagement helps to identify and address sustainability concerns and opportunities.

3. **Sustainability Policy**:
Organizations must develop a sustainability policy that reflects their commitment to sustainable event management. This policy serves as a foundation for setting sustainability objectives and targets.

4. **Risk and Opportunity Management**:
ISO 20121 requires a systematic approach to identifying and managing risks and opportunities related to sustainability. This includes assessing potential social, economic, and environmental impacts and implementing appropriate control measures.

5. **Planning and Implementation**:
The standard provides guidelines for planning and implementing sustainable events. This includes selecting sustainable venues, managing resources efficiently, reducing waste, and promoting social inclusivity.

6. **Monitoring and Measurement**:
Organizations must monitor and measure the sustainability performance of their events. This includes tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) and conducting audits to ensure compliance with sustainability objectives.

7. **Continual Improvement**:
ISO 20121 promotes continual improvement of the sustainability management system. Organizations must regularly review their processes and performance to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary changes.

### Benefits of ISO 20121 Certification

1. **Enhanced Reputation**:
ISO 20121 certification demonstrates an organization’s commitment to sustainability, enhancing its reputation among clients, attendees, partners, and stakeholders.

2. **Improved Sustainability Performance**:
Implementing ISO 20121 helps organizations systematically manage and improve the sustainability of their events, reducing negative impacts and enhancing positive outcomes.

3. **Stakeholder Trust and Engagement**:
The standard fosters better engagement and trust with stakeholders by addressing their sustainability concerns and involving them in the event planning process.

4. **Cost Savings**:
Efficient resource management and waste reduction can lead to significant cost savings for event organizers.

5. **Regulatory Compliance**:
ISO 20121 helps organizations meet regulatory and legal requirements related to environmental and social sustainability.

6. **Competitive Advantage**:
ISO 20121 certification can provide a competitive edge, as many clients and partners prefer or require working with certified organizations for their events.

7. **Legacy and Positive Impact**:
Sustainable event management leaves a positive legacy, benefiting the local community and environment, and setting a benchmark for future events.

### How EUROTECH CERTIFICATION Supports ISO 20121

At EUROTECH CERTIFICATION, we specialize in auditing and certifying organizations to the ISO 20121 standard. Our comprehensive audit services help organizations achieve and maintain ISO 20121 certification, ensuring compliance and continual improvement in sustainable event management.

– **Expert Auditors**: Our team of experienced auditors is well-versed in the requirements of ISO 20121. We conduct thorough and impartial audits to assess your sustainability management system and event management practices.
– **Gap Analysis**: We offer gap analysis services to identify areas where your current sustainability management system may need improvement to meet ISO 20121 requirements.
– **Certification Audits**: We perform initial certification audits and regular surveillance audits to ensure ongoing compliance with ISO 20121.
– **Continuous Support**: EUROTECH CERTIFICATION provides continuous support and guidance throughout the certification process, helping you achieve and maintain high standards of sustainable event management.

By partnering with EUROTECH CERTIFICATION for your ISO 20121 certification, you demonstrate your commitment to sustainability, regulatory compliance, and the responsible management of events.