Environment Label

Protection of the mountain environment is a central issue to the UIAA. In order to keep mountains free for rubbish and pollution caused by visitors it is necessary that everyone involved in mountaineering activities do their part. Unfortunately not everybody who organises mountaineering activities take the necessary steps to protect fragile mountain environments. Therefore we created the UIAA Environment label, which can be awarded to providers of organised activities such as a training centre, trekking or expedition organisation, qualified instructor or guide.

The UIAA want to make it easier for you to make the right choices when you are looking for someone to take you out in the mountains. When you see the UIAA Environment label, you know that the people who organise your trek or expedition have committed themselves to acting according to the UIAA’s Environmental Objectives and Guidelines.

 

The UIAA Environment Label exists to promote high standards of conduct and responsible access for climbing and mountain activities. In this section you can find an overview of the people, organisations and companies who hold the Environment label. You will also find information for those who would like to apply for the UIAA environmental label.