Sustainability

Responsible operations require more than ambitions. That is why Bella Center Copenhagen works with ESG as an integrated part of our business, our decision making and our daily operations.

Our work is built on international standards, documentation and continuous measurement. Our B Corp certification requires extensive documentation, continuous development and recertification across areas including climate, employee conditions, governance and social responsibility. At the same time, we work according to ISO 14001 and ISO 20121 standards for environmental management and sustainable events.

We see certifications and ESG efforts as tools for creating real progress, greater transparency and more responsible solutions within the hospitality and events industry.

Facts about Certifications & Governance

• B Corp certified since 2025

• ISO 14001 & 20121 certified since 2024

• Green Key certified since 2009

• DGNB Gold certified multi arena Bella Arena / Hall D

• Member of the UN Global Compact

• ESG reporting based on GRI, ESRS and CSRD principles

• Science Based Targets validated CO2e reduction targets towards 2030 and 2050

• Signatory of the Net Zero Carbon Events Pledge since 2021

Large events create value, relationships and knowledge sharing, but they also create a climate and resource footprint. That is why Bella Center Copenhagen offers free Event Impact Reports for larger events and congresses.

The reports provide insight into an event’s impact across scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions, energy, waste, food and selected social parameters. The purpose is to create greater transparency and a more documented foundation that can help customers make more informed decisions.

In 2026, we are launching new Event Impact Guidelines that move the work earlier into the planning phase. The ambition is to make it easier for organizers and customers to reduce impact before the event takes place.

We believe responsible events are best created through collaboration between venues, organizers, suppliers and guests.

Facts about Event Impact Reports

• Free Event Impact Reports for larger events and congresses

• Scope 1, 2 and 3 data based on the GHG Protocol

• ESG focus on climate, resources and social impact

• Data driven advisory based on local operational data and experience

Bella Center Copenhagen works strategically to reduce climate impact and energy intensity across our operations and events.

We have Science Based Targets validated reduction targets towards 2030 and 2050 and continuously work with energy efficiency, renewable energy and data driven climate insights.

A central part of this work is our 16,000 m² roof integrated solar park, which covered 42.3% of Bella Center Copenhagen’s electricity consumption in 2025. At the same time, we work with everything from ventilation and lighting to smarter operations and closer collaboration with customers and suppliers to reduce CO2e emissions.

Facts about Energy & Climate

• 42.3% of electricity consumption covered by our own solar park in 2025

• CO2e emissions per guest reduced by 10% in 2025

• More than 2,400 MWh of renewable electricity produced in 2025

• Science Based Targets validated climate targets

• Validated ambition of achieving net zero by 2050

• Focus on reducing scope 3 emissions across the value chain

• Active part of Ørestad’s green development and partnerships

At Bella Center Copenhagen, we work to reduce waste, increase reuse and create more circular solutions across our operations and events.

This includes everything from waste sorting and material reuse to partnerships, donations and new solutions for exhibitions, congresses and productions. We continuously work to extend the lifespan of materials and reduce the amount of resources going to waste. In 2025, nearly 29% of carpets from events and congresses were recycled or reused, while food waste continued to be converted into biogas.

Facts about Waste & Circularity

• Waste sorted into 21 fractions

• 28.8% reuse/recycling rate of exhibition carpets in 2025

• Focus on reuse, upcycling and material circularity

• Food waste converted into biogas

• Ongoing collaborations to develop new reuse solutions

• 15.5 tonnes of materials including food, furniture and clothing donated to charitable purposes

• Strategic focus on reducing waste per guest and event

F&B plays a vital role in the guest experience and in our ESG efforts. That is why Bella Center Copenhagen works with a focus on responsible sourcing, reduced food waste and more conscious choices in the kitchen.

We work to strengthen our focus on responsible sourcing, transparency and collaboration across our food and beverage value chain. At the same time, we continuously work to reduce climate impact and resource consumption in our food and beverage operations.

Facts about Food & Beverage

• Focus on seasonal and responsibly produced ingredients

• Strategic work to reduce food waste

• Surplus food donated to social organizations

• Food waste converted into biogas

• Partnerships with companies including Orang Utan Coffee and Bybi

• Biodiversity focus through beehives at Bella Center Copenhagen

• Water stations as an alternative to single use plastic bottles

Bella Center Copenhagen aims to create value not only for guests and customers, but also for people and local communities around us.

We work with wellbeing, diversity, inclusion and access to the labor market across the organization. With employees representing more than 60 nationalities, Bella Center Copenhagen is a workplace built on collaboration, respect and community.

At the same time, we collaborate with organizations, educational institutions and job centers to create concrete opportunities for people outside the labor market.

Facts about Social Responsibility

• Employees representing more than 60 nationalities

• Collaboration with job centers, NGOs and social organizations

• Active participant and signatory of the Danish Youth Pledge initiative

• Part of the Confederation of Danish Industry’s Diversity Pledge

• Focus on wellbeing, safety and development in the workplace

• Donations of surplus food and materials to local initiatives

• Focus on inclusive recruitment and development opportunities

• Social impact integrated into our ESG strategy