The new UNE-ISO 20121 standard is a useful guide for organisations wishing to fully integrate sustainability into all facets of event planning and execution.

The event sustainability management systems defined in the standard help to responsibly address social, economic and environmental impacts.

The standard guides towards more ethical, environmentally and socially responsible practices. 

It stands out for its new focus on human rights and children's rights, showing the transformative role of sustainability in the sector. 

It offers a range of voluntary methods for demonstrating compliance that are available to all organisations, including SMEs: 

- Self-determination and self-declaration

- Confirmation of compliance by parties with an interest in the organisation, such as customers or others on their behalf

- Through an independent body (e.g. a certification body).

 The main benefits of implementing the UNE-ISO 20121:2024 standard are:

•  It reduces the environmental impact of events.

•  It promotes a holistic approach to sustainability, taking into account economic, environmental and social impacts.

•  It improves stakeholder engagement and satisfaction.

•  It strengthens the organisation's reputation and brand value.

•  It offers versatile ways to evaluate compliance adapted to organisations of all sizes.