2026-01-31
Certificate number: BOS 055/2022 RTI
The entity has demonstrated to Biosphere Responsible Tourism, S.L., certification body, at least one verified measure in each of the 17 SDGs, in accordance with the EEC-BIOSPHERE published on 23 September 2026, within the scope and validity period indicated. It does not certify that the activity is sustainable in absolute terms, nor does it compare it with others.
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Consell Comarcal del Maresme
Certificate number: BOS 055/2022 RTI
The entity has demonstrated to Biosphere Responsible Tourism, S.L., certification body, at least one verified measure in each of the 17 SDGs, in accordance with the EEC-BIOSPHERE published on 23 September 2026, within the scope and validity period indicated. It does not certify that the activity is sustainable in absolute terms, nor does it compare it with others.
Sustainability efforts
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The global sustainability of Consell Comarcal del Maresme
Consell Comarcal del Maresme has added more than 100 sustainability actions to its Biosphere profile, with information organized by area to make it easier to view.
- They promote work-life balance and workplace inclusion measures.
- They apply measures connected to responsible and participatory management.
- They apply workplace measures connected to gender equality.
Attributes
Sustainability areas
Environment and Climate Change
Water is one of our most precious assets. The Consell Comarcal del Maresme makes great efforts to ensure its proper use, so that future generations will not suffer from shortages.
The sustainability of the processes of catchment, supply, sanitation and treatment of the resource is guaranteed in the following way:
- They apply measures aimed at efficient water use.
- They promote campaigns on responsible water use.
- They incorporate water-reuse measures into their facilities.
- They review the quality and cleanliness of their water systems.
- They adopt measures to reduce water-related risks.
In the future we will be able to count on renewable energy sources at all times, but in the meantime, Consell Comarcal del Maresme is striving to implement them, as well as to promote sustainable consumption.
The company contributes to ensuring and promoting universal access to clean, smart and modern energy services:
- They apply measures aimed at energy efficiency.
- They incorporate renewable energy sources when possible.
- They promote energy-use awareness activities.
Resources are not infinite, so Consell Comarcal del Maresme tries to make efficient use, implement a circular economy and work with responsible consumption patterns.
The entity implements sustainable consumption and production patterns, for example:
- They apply criteria connected to responsible production and consumption.
- They apply reduction, reuse, and recycling measures.
- They adopt measures aimed at reducing the waste generated.
- They monitor waste and other management aspects.
- They incorporate local criteria into purchases and services.
As a global response to climate change, the entity carries out actions such as:
- They develop initiatives connected to their carbon footprint.
- They promote options related to sustainable mobility.
To strive for sustainable underwater life, from this entity:
- They collaborate on initiatives aimed at caring for water.
As a strategy and measures relating to the prevention of negative impacts, from this entity:
- They participate in initiatives connected to caring for biodiversity.
- They conduct activities connected to natural heritage and wildlife.
- They share information about natural resources in the area.
Society and Culture
In order to promote inclusive economic development, from this entity:
- They collaborate with social initiatives connected to their local area.
- They develop agreements related to social and economic improvements.
How can health risks be prevented and good practices promoted? This entity is a great example of this, striving for the well-being of workers, customers and stakeholders.
To promote healthy activities and prevent health risks:
- They promote options connected to healthy lifestyle habits.
- They apply safety and risk-prevention measures.
- They state that they apply prevention and control measures for infectious diseases.
- They participate in health- and prevention-related projects.
All learning leads to change as a result. Whether it is to raise awareness or to acquire technical skills, Consell Comarcal del Maresme is getting it right in its pursuit and approach to sustainability.
To ensure the existence of inclusive and quality training:
- They facilitate training connected to their team's development.
- They promote sustainability outreach activities.
- They collaborate on educational projects with other entities.
To become a powerful tool for women's empowerment, from this entity:
- They promote working conditions aimed at empowerment.
- They apply workplace measures connected to gender equality.
We can all help create more diverse and sustainable communities. Read on to learn more about their great efforts:
To work to avoid the pernicious effects of overcrowding, from this entity:
- They support initiatives connected to cultural and natural heritage.
- They include activities connected to local heritage.
- They provide information about mobility and accessibility options in the area.
- They collaborate with local entities in managing tourism in the area.
- They share information about local heritage and traditions.
Through SDG 16, Consell Comarcal del Maresme is committed to transparency, honesty, participation and equity. As well as to stop exploitation, intolerance, and the abuses of the economic system.
To inspire sincerity and participation, from this entity:
- They communicate information about their sustainability actions.
- They apply measures connected to responsible and participatory management.
- They use evaluation systems connected to quality monitoring.
- They provide information about public services and points of interest in the area.
- They apply policies connected to integrity and abuse prevention.
- They collect information about their customers' satisfaction.
- They use verifiable parameters to review their continuous improvement.
Governance and Economy
To ensure a responsible consumption model, actions are carried out, such as:
- They apply measures aimed at reducing food waste.
- They showcase local products in their food and beverage offerings.
One of the biggest challenges in any sector is the creation of decent employment. We are proud to report that Consell Comarcal del Maresme strives to make a better place through the creation of decent work opportunities:
In this entity, to create decent and productive employment:
- They apply measures connected to labor rights and equality.
- They favor local hiring and training activities.
- They promote innovation and continuous-improvement initiatives.
- They promote work-life balance and workplace inclusion measures.
This entity makes great efforts to create a healthier, more accessible and intelligent world.
We all have to put ourselves at the service of the communities, and to this end, in this entity:
- They incorporate technologies connected to more efficient management.
- They support activities related to local infrastructure.
- They adopt preparedness measures for contingencies and risks.
- They participate in initiatives connected to infrastructure and the local area.
To incorporate equality criteria, in this entity:
- They incorporate measures aimed at improving accessibility.
- They apply measures connected to social integration and inclusion.
- They collaborate with SMEs and local businesses in their area.
It is necessary to build alliances for sustainability. To this end:
- They share knowledge and experiences with other entities.
- They collaborate with educational and research institutions on training, innovation, and sustainability initiatives.
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