The Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) just made history. It’s now Malaysia’s first purpose-built venue to snag the ISO 20121 Event Sustainability Management certification. This achievement is a bold statement for eco-conscious events.
ISO 20121 is the gold standard for the global events scene. It gives venues a clear playbook to plan, manage, and deliver events with measurable sustainability outcomes.
KLCC now excels in smart resource use, waste management, and responsible sourcing. It also upholds solid operational governance, ticking all the boxes for green, socially responsible events.
“Getting ISO 20121 certified is a defining moment for us and Malaysia’s business events scene,” says John Burke, General Manager of KLCC.
“It proves that we can host world-class events that are memorable and sustainable. We want to lead by example and inspire the entire industry to think green.”
This milestone cements KLCC’s reputation as a top-tier venue. It also puts Kuala Lumpur on the map as a city committed to sustainable growth.
It follows the Centre’s recent PM Hibiscus Award for Sustainable Convention and Exhibition Centres, showing off its ongoing excellence in eco-friendly operations.
For event organisers, the certification means one thing: peace of mind. Every event now comes with clearly defined sustainability systems and measurable outcomes. Delegates can attend with the confidence that their experience leaves a positive mark on the planet.
KLCC’s leadership team received the ISO 20121 certificate in a ceremony that celebrates a future where business events are both excellent and responsible.
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