GSTC Certification for Hotels and Tour Operators; Sustainability Training

United Certification Systems Limited (UCSL) is an independent international certification body committed to advancing sustainability worldwide. Whether you need initial orientation, training, or a GSTC certification assessment, UCSL provides the expertise and support to help your tourism business strengthen performance, build credibility, and meet global sustainability standards.

We don't just certify – we co-create lasting change with every partner we serve.

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Please list the impact of your solution. Describe environmental/social impact and ROI (if any)

The GSTC framework gives your business the structure it needs to:

Attract travelers – 84% of travelers say sustainability influences their booking decisions (Booking.com Sustainable Travel Report, 2025)
Optimize operations – hotels with strong sustainability strategies can reduce costs by up to 30% (Sustainable Hospitality Alliance research)
Unlock B2B opportunities – OTAs, travel agencies, and corporate buyers increasingly prioritize GSTC-certified providers
Strengthen brand reputation – GSTC certification demonstrates credibility and builds trust with guests, investors, staff and locals.
Deliver meaningful experiences & protect your destination – meet demand for authenticity, and preserve what your guests value most.

Global Standards, local impact, real business results: grow smarter with GSTC Certification

Sustainability Certifications

UCSL is accredited by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council® (GSTC), which establishes and manages the global standards for sustainable travel and tourism and provides international accreditation for Certification Bodies.

Contact Sustainability Kiosk for more details.

Validation Partner / Success Story

Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai

Location: Dubai, UAE

Service delivered: GSTC Certification for Hotels

Date: 2024

More details here.

Mandarin Oriental, Doha

Location: Doha, Qatar

Service delivered: GSTC Certification for Hotels

Date: 2024

More details on our website.

Brochure File

GSTC-Certification-–-UCSL-Brochure-1.pdf

Pricing

UCSL's pricing depends on factors such as location, organization size, and specific client needs. A tailored quote is provided upon request.

Note: No GSTC membership, no subscriptions or additional fees. Your investment goes solely toward the certification or training services.

Name

Anna Zavadskaya

Role

GSTC Program Manager

a.zavadskaya@ucsl.eu