Date of last award 2026-03-04
Certificate number: BOS 006/2019 BRT
The entity has demonstrated conformity, at Certified level, with the applicable requirements set out in the Biosphere Conformity Assessment Scheme (EEC), V2.0, dated 19 July 2021, and in the Biosphere Requirements for Companies, V3.2, dated 27 November 2024.
QALMA
Certificate number: BOS 006/2019 BRT
The entity has demonstrated conformity, at Certified level, with the applicable requirements set out in the Biosphere Conformity Assessment Scheme (EEC), V2.0, dated 19 July 2021, and in the Biosphere Requirements for Companies, V3.2, dated 27 November 2024.
Sustainability efforts
QALMA has a profile with information about its actions and management. View the available data to learn more.
The global sustainability of QALMA
The plan of QALMA includes more than 100 actions. View its profile to learn about the scope and status of the published information.
- They adopt preparedness measures for contingencies and risks.
- They share knowledge and experiences with other entities.
- They participate in health- and prevention-related projects.
Sustainability areas
Environment and Climate Change
Responsible water management requires action on consumption, quality, and water systems. QALMA carries out measures related to these areas.
The following are among this entity's initiatives related to water management.
- They review the quality and cleanliness of their water systems.
- They incorporate water-reuse measures into their facilities.
- They promote campaigns on responsible water use.
- They apply measures aimed at efficient water use.
- They adopt measures to reduce water-related risks.
Moving toward more efficient energy use requires concrete, ongoing measures. QALMA carries out initiatives related to energy conservation and renewable energy.
These are some of the measures through which this entity addresses energy efficiency and the use of renewable energy.
- They incorporate renewable energy sources when possible.
- They promote energy-use awareness activities.
- They apply measures aimed at energy efficiency.
Preventing waste and making better use of materials are key aspects of responsible consumption. QALMA carries out initiatives related to these areas in its operations.
These are some of the measures this entity uses to address efficient resource use and responsible consumption management.
- They collaborate with local entities on sustainability criteria.
- They incorporate local criteria into purchases and services.
- They apply reduction, reuse, and recycling measures.
- They monitor waste and other management aspects.
- They apply criteria connected to responsible production and consumption.
Climate change poses risks that organizations can consider in their management. QALMA carries out initiatives related to energy consumption and emissions management.
This entity's initiatives include measures related to energy management and climate action.
- They develop initiatives connected to their carbon footprint.
- They apply adaptation measures for climate risks.
- They promote options related to sustainable mobility.
Integrating the marine environment into management helps identify pressures on its ecosystems and resources. QALMA incorporates initiatives related to their conservation and responsible use.
The initiatives carried out by this entity include measures related to protecting the marine environment.
- They support criteria connected to the use of marine resources.
- They collaborate on initiatives aimed at caring for water.
- They promote awareness activities about aquatic ecosystems.
Landscapes, biodiversity, and geodiversity require measures tailored to each environment. QALMA incorporates initiatives related to their conservation and the prevention of potential impacts.
The actions undertaken by this entity include measures related to the conservation of biodiversity and terrestrial ecosystems.
- They conduct activities connected to natural heritage and wildlife.
- They share information about natural resources in the area.
- They adopt measures related to terrestrial habitats and ecosystems.
- They participate in initiatives connected to caring for biodiversity.
Society and Culture
Promoting access to opportunities is an important dimension of local development. QALMA incorporates initiatives related to social and economic inclusion.
The actions carried out by this entity include initiatives related to social inclusion and local economic development.
- They develop agreements related to social and economic improvements.
- They participate in international humanitarian solidarity projects.
- They collaborate with social initiatives connected to their local area.
Incorporating health and well-being into management makes it possible to address needs associated with each activity. QALMA implements measures related to healthy environments and caring for people.
This entity implements measures aimed at promoting healthy habits and preventing potential health risks.
- They participate in health- and prevention-related projects.
- They collaborate with initiatives connected to health care.
- They apply safety and risk-prevention measures.
- They state that they apply prevention and control measures for infectious diseases.
- They promote options connected to healthy lifestyle habits.
This entity carries out training and awareness initiatives aimed at improving skills.
- They promote sustainability outreach activities.
- They facilitate training connected to their team's development.
Integrating equal opportunity into the organization makes it possible to review practices, responsibilities, and forms of participation. QALMA implements measures related to these aspects in its operations.
This entity promotes measures aimed at supporting equal opportunity and women's participation in the workplace.
- They apply workplace measures connected to gender equality.
- They review measures connected to equality, inclusion, and empowerment.
- They promote working conditions aimed at empowerment.
Urban and tourism growth can influence the identity and heritage of each place. QALMA implements measures related to conserving the environment and enhancing local culture.
This entity incorporates some measures related to visitor flow management, coexistence, and conservation of the local environment.
- They support initiatives connected to cultural and natural heritage.
- They include activities connected to local heritage.
- They share information about local heritage and traditions.
- They provide information about mobility and accessibility options in the area.
Responsible management requires clear rules and mechanisms that promote integrity and accountability. QALMA implements measures related to these areas in its operations.
The measures adopted by this entity include some related to transparency, participation, and the responsible management of its relationships.
- They use verifiable parameters to review their continuous improvement.
- They communicate information about their sustainability actions.
- They apply policies connected to integrity and abuse prevention.
- They collect information about their customers' satisfaction.
- They use evaluation systems connected to quality monitoring.
- They apply measures connected to responsible and participatory management.
Governance and Economy
Food and resource management can integrate criteria related to their origin, use, and utilization. QALMA implements measures related to these areas in its operations.
This entity carries out several measures related to food consumption, supplier selection, and resource utilization.
- They take agri-food criteria into account in their supplies.
- They showcase local products in their food and beverage offerings.
- They apply measures aimed at reducing food waste.
Job quality is part of economic management that takes people into account. QALMA carries out initiatives related to job stability, training, and equal opportunity.
This entity’s initiatives include measures related to working conditions and professional development.
- They promote work-life balance and workplace inclusion measures.
- They apply measures connected to labor rights and equality.
- They favor local hiring and training activities.
- They promote innovation and continuous-improvement initiatives.
Adapting processes and infrastructure makes it possible to incorporate more efficient solutions into each activity. QALMA implements measures related to innovation and resource optimization.
This entity implements measures focused on innovation, process improvement, and the efficient use of resources.
- They adopt preparedness measures for contingencies and risks.
- They participate in initiatives connected to infrastructure and the local area.
- They incorporate technologies connected to more efficient management.
Promoting more equitable participation involves reviewing practices, spaces, and services from the perspective of different needs. QALMA implements measures related to inclusion and access to opportunities.
This entity incorporates measures related to equal opportunity, inclusion, and the removal of barriers.
- 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.
This entity participates in several collaborative initiatives related to sustainability and the development of shared projects.
- 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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