TÜV AUSTRIA Hellas awards Golf Privé the “No Food Waste” certification, confirming the company’s systematic and responsible approach to food management and waste reduction. The certification is based on TÜV AUSTRIA Hellas’ private “No Food Waste” scheme, developed in collaboration with the non-profit organization “Boroume – Saving Food, Saving Lives”, and concerns the implementation of specific practices for the prevention, recording, and utilization of surplus food.
Golf Privé, one of the most renowned event venues in the southern suburbs of Athens, integrates sustainability at the core of its operations by applying a comprehensive system of procedures that covers food safety, food waste reduction, and overall environmental management. It is noted that the venue already holds the ISO 22000:2018 certification from TÜV AUSTRIA Hellas, ensuring food quality and safety at all stages of its operations. At the same time, the “No Food Waste” actions are supported by responsible energy and water management practices, sustainable sourcing, and waste handling, within a unified sustainable development strategy.
Particular emphasis is also placed on the human factor, with continuous staff training and the adoption of new methods that enhance continuous improvement and environmental awareness in daily operations.
Reducing food waste is directly linked to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Goal 12.3, which aims for a 50% reduction by 2030. Through this certification, Golf Privé aligns itself in practice with these international objectives.
Ms. Maria Agapitou, Head of the Management Systems & Products Certification Division at TÜV AUSTRIA Hellas, stated: “The ‘No Food Waste’ certification highlights the importance of businesses’ meaningful commitment to the responsible handling of food waste. Golf Privé effectively implements a comprehensive system that combines food safety, waste reduction, and sustainable business operations, in accordance with international standards and measurable results. TÜV AUSTRIA supports and certifies initiatives that create a real environmental and social footprint.”
On her part, Ms. Konstantia Stavrakopoulou, Quality Assurance Manager at Golf Privé, added: “For Golf Privé, sustainability is not a one-off action but a continuous commitment. Our collaboration with TÜV AUSTRIA and ‘Boroume’ strengthens our efforts to operate with respect for the environment and society, without compromising on quality and hospitality.”
With this certification, Golf Privé reinforces its position as a modern event venue that meets the growing demands of visitors and partners for responsible and sustainable practices, proving that high aesthetics can coexist with a meaningful environmental and social impact.