Over the past 13 years, 1900+ tourism businesses have voluntarily certified their environmental practices and been recognized as Certified Virginia Green Travel Partners. Click here for more information on the Certification program – the process, benefits, fees, etc.
Commitment Level Certification
This certification only requires that basic commitments to sustainable practices are in place, such as recycling and energy & water conservation. This cursory level of recognition is meant for operators that have just started their environmental program efforts.*
*Operators are typically only supposed to stay at the commitment level for one 2-year cycle. HOWEVER, because of the COVID-19 pandemic, partners are allowed to re-certify at the commitment level for another 2-year cycle.
Full Travel Certification
This certification requires that a number of several sustainable practices are fully implemented in areas such as recycling & waste reduction, energy & water conservation, environmental leadership and green meetings and events.
Additional Resources
- Full Certification Fact Sheet
- Full Virginia Green Travel Certification Application
- Green Festivals and Events
- Suppliers of Green Products and Services