지속 가능한 호텔/숙박 시설로 인증 획득

구매하려는 여행상품이 지속가능성을 추구하고 있는지 확인하고 싶어하는 여행객들이 점점 더 증가하고 있습니다 (부킹닷컴 지속가능성 보고서 2021). 또한, GSTC가 인정한 인증기관으로부터 지속가능성을 인증 받은 여행상품을 찾는 여행사들도 점점 더 증가하고 있는 것으로 나타났습니다(트리바고 추천).

GSTC의 인정을 받은 인증기관으로부터 인증을 획득한다는 것은 해당 관광상품이나 서비스가 시장에서 가장 높은 환경 및 사회적 표준을 준수한다는 것을 의미합니다. 여행과 관광의 폐해와 긍정적인 영향에 대한 대중의 관심이 증가함에 따라, 인증은 복잡한 환경 및 사회적 문제에 대한 신뢰할 수 있는 해결책을 제공합니다.

인증서를 획득한 호텔/숙박시설은 인증서와 해당 인증서를 발급한 인증기관에 대한 정보를 자랑스럽게 표기합니다. 이를 통해 고객뿐만 아니라 다양한 이해당사자에게 회사 운영이 미래지향적이고 건전하게 관리되고 있음을 알릴 수 있습니다. GSTC 인정을 받은 인증기관으로부터 인증을 받은 호텔/숙박시설은 인증기관의 마크와 함께 GSTC 로고를 사용할 수 있습니다.

호텔 공간의 많은 소유자와 구매자는 GSTC 프레임워크를 사용하며 GSTC 인정 인증기관에 의해 인증된 숙박 시설을 강조합니다. 그 중 몇 가지는 다음과 같습니다:

  • Hilton: “운영의 지속 가능성을 보장하기 위해 우리 호텔이 GSTC 인증을 받을 수 있는 기회를 계속 파악하고 있습니다.”
  • TUI Group “2,700만 고객에게 제공되는 모든 호텔이 GSTC 기준을 충족하는 인증을 받도록 권장하고 있습니다.”
  • easyJet holidays “2025년 말까지 GSTC 인정 인증기관[…]의 인증을 획득하도록 계약된 호텔이 100%가 되도록 장려하는 데 전념하여 관광지를 지원하는 데 초점을 두고 있습니다.”
  • AMEX GBT “GSTC의 기준을 충족하거나 GSTC 인정 인증 기관의 인증을 받은 호텔 및 기타 숙박 파트너를 “지속 가능”하다고 강조할 것입니다.”
  • Booking.com 현재 GSTC가 승인한 다른 표준과 함께 GSTC 인정 인증기관이 인증한 호텔을 중점적으로 소개하고 있습니다.

어떻게 하면 인증을 받을 수 있나요?

인증을 받기위해서, 여행 및 관광 기업과 관광지는 반드시 다음을 따라야 합니다:

1 – 아래 목록에서 인증기관을 선택하십시오. 목록에 나타난 인증기관들은 인증 프로세스의 품질에 대하여 인정을 받은 곳입니다.

2 – GSTC가 요구하는 모든 요건을 충족하게 되면, GSTC 인정인증기관으로부터 인증을 받게 됩니다.

아래 나열된 인증기관은 호텔의 지속가능성을 인증하는 기관으로 GSTC 인정을 받은 기관들입니다. 따라서 인증기관과 인증서 소유 호텔/숙박시설은 (GSTC와의 라이센스 계약이 완료되는 즉시) GSTC 로고를 표시할 수 있습니다

확실히 하자면: GSTC는 어떤 것도 직접 인증하지 않습니다. GSTC는 파트너 Assurance Services International (ASI)를 통해 인증기관에 대한 인정을 제공합니다. 인증과 인정은 서로 다릅니다.

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GSTC Accredited Certification Bodies for Hotel/Accommodation

Bureau Veritas

Bureau Veritas is a world leader in testing, inspection and certification services. Since its creation in 1828, Bureau Veritas has been supporting its clients on every continent to continually improve their performance via certification of management systems, product certifications and customized audits. The Group has more than 78,000 employees located in more than 1,500 offices and laboratories around the globe. Bureau Veritas helps its clients improve their performance by offering services and innovative solutions, in order to ensure that their assets, products, infrastructure and processes meet standards and regulations in terms of quality, health and safety, environmental protection and social responsibility.

To be certified by Bureau Veritas, contact BV directly at webchina@bureauveritas.com or visit the following link to get Certified by Bureau Veritas.

Control Union

control unionControl Union Certifications offers a global one-stop-shop for a wide range of certification programmes with a global presence that spans more than 70 countries in six continents. We understand the importance of impartiality and objectivity, and how to professionally manage conflicts of interest. From the beginning, sustainability has been the main focus of our certification services. Control Union Certifications presents a wide range of programmes in agriculture, food, feed, forest products, textiles, bio-energy, and tourism.  In 2016, Control Union Certifications became the first Accredited CB for the GSTC Criteria for Hotels and Tour Operators, and currently work with a dedicated sustainable tourism team on GSTC Certification, providing the highest level in terms of credibility within the GSTC Assurance Program. This means that Control Union Certifications can certify hotels and tour operators directly against the GSTC Criteria.

To be certified by Control Union, contact Seth Wang, General Manager directly at sethzy@controlunion.com or visit this link to Get Certified by Control Union.

RoyalCert

RoyalCert is a reputable certification body based in Germany, operating in 25 countries globally. RoyalCert offer assessment and certification services to a wide range of industries, including Tourism Industry, and serving thousands of customers. RoyalCert core strength lies in their experienced auditors, who have over 20 years of auditing expertise. The company is committed to sustainable growth and adheres to high ethical standards, focusing on integrity and customer satisfaction. By partnering with RoyalCert, customers can improve their operations, enhance business performance, and make a positive impact on society and the environment.

To get certified by RoyalCert, contact RoyalCert directly at info@royalcert.com.

United Certification Systems Limited

UCSL United Certification Systems Limited is an independent international certification body with Headquarters in EU and operating globally (except Türkiye). UCSL  is accredited for various volunteer sustainability certification schemes including Hotels & Tour Operators (GSTC), Marine (ASC, MSC), Global Sustainable Enterprise System (GSES) etc. The team of certification body involves numerous experts and professionals with vast local and international experience in the auditing and sustainability sector. UCSL aims to contribute to the UN SDGs, environmental well-being of the planet through provision of excellent services to like-minded sustainable businesses.

Visit the following link to get Certified by UCSL.

Vireo Srl

Vireo Srl is a certification company whose commercial activities consist of providing Italian and foreign companies with environmental certification services. Vireo provides worldwide recognized environmental certification schemes such as FSC, MSC, and GSTC – as a GSTC-Accredited certification body. The professional approach and deep knowledge of standards are the key elements that mark Viero’s services. Based in Padova, Italy, Vireo has international experience and works with professional and highly qualified auditors.

To be certified by Vireo Srl, contact Vireo directly at info@vireosrl.it or visit the following link to get Certified by Vireo Srl.

Mauritius Standards Bureau: Blue Oasis

The Mauritius Standards Bureau (MSB) is a non-profit parastatal body in the island of Mauritius that certifies Hotels & Accommodations and Tour Operators operating within the Mauritian jurisdiction and territories, as per the GSTC-Recognized Standard MS 165 (Sustainable Tourism Management System) labelled as the Blue Oasis. MSB holds a prominent regional and international presence, contributing to standardization and conformity assessment bodies. The paramount goal of MSB is to drive industrial advancement and foster economic expansion in Mauritius, by boosting the local tourism industry towards sustainability.

If your Accommodation/Hotel is located in Mauritius, visit the following link to get Certified by MSB.

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NOTE:

  • The above Certification Bodies have been Accredited for compliance with the requirements of the Manual for GSTC Accreditation. GSTC-Accredited mean that the certification procedures largely meet international standards for transparency, impartiality, and competence.
  • Certification by a Certification Body whose standard is “GSTC Recognized” does NOT carry the same meaning as certification by a Certification Body that is accredited by GSTC. “GSTC Recognized” relates to a published set of standards and NOT to the process of certification or accreditation.
  • List of standards that are recognized by the GSTC as adhering to the GSTC Criteria is available here.