GREENER event

CERTIFICATION

By gaining AGF’s Greener Event certification, events will be able to demonstrate independently verified green credentials to their visitors and stakeholders. Furthermore the AGF certification provides a framework through which to understand and manage sustainability.

Since 2007, the AGF Certification Scheme has assessed and certified hundreds of festivals, events and venues worldwide; providing independent audit and verification, and helping to improve resource efficiency, environmental impact and ultimately become more sustainable. 

To attain the certification events will demonstrate a commitment to reducing negative environmental impacts and enhancing positive impacts. 

The event assessment will consider the approach to key elements of environmental sustainability including energy, food & beverage, transport, waste, water, social responsibility, plus policy and strategies for reducing CO2e emissions. 

To find out more about the Greener Event certification, please fill in the form on the application page.

  • • Any event can apply

    • Complete the Self Assessment

    • Qualified AGF Assessors visit your event

    • You submit further information and evidence

    • If opted, receive your CO2 Analysis Report

    • Next, receive your Score and Feedback

    • The AGF Certifications are annual, with the aim to continue improvements year on year

    • Certifications are presented at Industry events throughout the year, and promoted through international media

  • • Local Environments

    • Local Community

    • Travel and Transport

    • Energy and Power

    • Procurement

    • Food and Beverage

    • Waste and Recycling

    • Water Usage

    • Wastewater and Sewage

    • Governance and Systems

    • External Reach

    • Carbon Footprint

  • Due to the variety of event types, scales and locations that we assess it is necessary to get in touch for a precise quote to match your circumstances.

  • • An on-site assessment from trained AGF assessors

    • Access to the self-assessment and support in it’s completion

    • Scores across the 12 areas of assessment, providing useful insight and benchmarks

    • The self-assessment provides guidance and a framework for your events Environmental Impact Assessment and management plan

    • If successful in receiving the certification, use of the AGF certified logo, and inclusion in international media coverage

    • Become part of the AGF community and connect with peers

    • Assessor travel, food & accommodation expenses should be covered by the event in order to facilitate the site visit assessment, in addition to the assessment fee

    • CO2 ANALYSIS is an additional service offered by AGF and can be quoted based upon your event specifics