Water and energy resources are put under pressure, significant amounts of waste and carbon emissions can be generated.
[7] Members of the sustainability team of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games were among the stakeholders who provided input into the development of the standard.
The standard can reduce costs, carbon emissions and waste; better manage the biodiversity of venues; and achieve a diverse and inclusive workforce.
ISO 20121 also includes practical guidance on communications, operational planning and control, stakeholder identification and engagement, supply chain management and procurement, and issue evaluation.
WPNSA reported that as a result of using the standard they achieved cost savings of around 15 per cent through better waste management and electricity optimization.
They also enhanced their international reputation as a sports and corporate event venue, and reduced the risks of legislative breaches.
Finally, they are demonstrably operating in accordance with the ‘One Planet Living’ principles of sustainable development, which as an organization they aspire to do.