Launched in 2009, The Long Run Initiative is the flagship initiative of the Zeitz Foundation. It is built around Long Run Supporters; Long Run Alliance Members; and Long Run Destinations - Global Ecosphere Retreats ® (GER) certified, but reaches out, into every aspect of our day to day life by putting The Long Run philosophy - acting today for a better tomorrow - into practice.
More about the Long Run
Long Run Destinations (LRDs) - GER® certified
LRDs - GER® certified, are institutions that directly manage or significantly influence the management of a natural area of conservation value with defined geographical boundaries. They demonstrate their ability and commitment to achieve sustainability through the 4Cs (conservation, community, culture and commerce) by pursuing a range of environmental goals such as biodiversity conservation or forest restoration.
Long Run Alliance Members (LRAMs)
LRAMs are institutions that directly manage or significantly influence the management of a natural area of conservation value with defined geographical boundaries. LRAMs are committed to achieving sustainability through the 4Cs (conservation, community, culture and commerce).
Long Run Supporters (LRSs)
LRSs are organisations that share the Zeitz Foundation’s drive to support sustainable, ecologically and socially responsible projects around the world. They demonstrate this commitment by signing The Long Run Charter.
The Long Run Charter
The Long Run Charter is a declaration of intent and commitment to promoting more sustainable lifestyle choices. It is about building a sustainable future.
The Long Run Charter advocates actions in the areas of Conservation, Community, Culture and Commerce (the 4Cs), and supports the shared ethical foundation of being Fair, Honest, Positive and Creative.
All members of The Long Run Initiative sign The Long Run Charter and adhere to its principles. The Long Run Charter is the common thread running throughout the Long Run Initiative.
