Different forms of certification

Clef Verte

Developed in France since 1998, Clef Verte certification is, based on the number of certified hotels and its age, the number one environmental certification for tourist hotels in France. It recommends a wide range of criteria, particularly including the implementation of an environmental policy and a socially-responsible strategy, managing water and energy consumption, responsible purchasing, and actively raising customer awareness.

The EU Ecolabel

The only official European environmental label, recognised and used in all European Union member states, the EU Ecolabel highlights the environmental commitment of accommodation providers by assessing their economic and environmental impacts in the areas of water, energy and detergent consumption, as well as waste production.

The GSTC

This label is based on the international standards of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council. It assesses the commitments and practices of tourism stakeholders in the areas of sustainable management, socio-economic benefits, cultural heritage preservation, and environmental protection. Issued through an independent certification process, it helps identify structured initiatives working towards more sustainable tourism.