Adopting an environmental policy is an important first step to enhance the positive and reduce the negative aspects of the cemetery or burial ground on the environment. We recognise this by granting you our Bronze Award. If you do not currently have an environmental policy, you can adopt our very own ‘Trusted Cemetery Environmental Policy’.

All you need do to commence your journey to a Bronze Award is complete your online application, submit it with a copy of your chosen environmental policy and evidence of how staff are informed of its aims.

The application and supporting evidence are checked by a qualified ISO 14001 internal auditor, who will also answer any questions you may have and support you throughout your journey towards greater sustainability. The process is overseen by an independent qualified ISO 14001 Lead Auditor.

Trusted Environmental Policy

Having achieved a Bronze Award, you will receive a certificate of recognition confirming to the cemetery owners, staff and your communities that your cemetery is committed to protecting the environment. You will receive the Bronze Award logo to include in your branding and details of your cemetery will be updated on the Greener Globe Funeral Standard website, informing every one of your achievement.

On the anniversary of your registration, payment of an annual surveillance fee will be required. Your award is renewed by making your payment and confirming your continued commitment to your Environmental policy.