Transparence and sustainability
Certificates
Environmental statement
Annually, we provide the public and other interested parties with environmental information regarding the impact and environmental behavior of our organization.
EMAS Certificate
We are certified in the evaluation and improvement of the environmental behavior of the Palau, as well as in the dissemination of information to interested parties.
ISO 14001 Certificate
We certify our environmental commitment as an essential part of the development of our activity.
ISO 14001 Certificate
We are committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. In this regard, we are adhered to the Voluntary Agreements Program for the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) of the Government of Catalonia and the Ministry for Ecological Transition and the Demographic Challenge (Miteco).
The Palau calculates its carbon footprint with the support of ACCIÓ."
Biosphere certificate
For having successfully demonstrated compliance with the actions of Biosphere Sustainable Lifestyle aligned with the 17 Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations' 2030 Agenda.
Commitment to the ODS
Projects
Towards carbon-neutral footprint
Calculation-reduction-compensation: Once the carbon footprint is calculated, efforts are made towards its reduction (improving energy efficiency, waste management, reducing paper and plastics, etc.) with the ultimate goal of achieving a carbon-zero footprint.
Green energy
All electricity consumed at the Palau de la Música Catalana is generated entirely from renewable energy sources. This project aligns with the firm objective of reducing the carbon footprint.
Photovoltaic panels
The Palau de la Música Catalana, following its objectives of efficiency, sustainability, and respect for the environment, is in the process of installing photovoltaic energy panels.
Key points of the proposal: To use an inexhaustible, renewable, clean, and safe resource in order to reduce CO2 emissions and energy billing costs.