Certified since: 2021 · Certificate valid until: 2027 · Next recertification: 2030
Ahead Group Nordic AS ("AGN") is certified as an Eco-Lighthouse (Miljøfyrtårn) — Norway's most widely used environmental management certification scheme. This page describes what that certification means, what it commits us to, and how we work to meet and improve on those commitments year on year.
What is Miljøfyrtårn?
Miljøfyrtårn (Eco-Lighthouse) is a national certification scheme operated by the Eco-Lighthouse Foundation (Stiftelsen Miljøfyrtårn). It provides a practical framework for businesses to systematically improve their environmental performance and demonstrate corporate responsibility.
To become certified, a company must meet both general industry criteria and criteria specific to its sector. Certification is carried out by an independent, accredited certifier and is valid for three years, after which the company must undergo full recertification. Certified companies are also required to submit an annual climate and environmental report (Klima- og miljørapport) documenting their performance and progress.
Miljøfyrtårn is recognised by the Norwegian public procurement authorities and by the European Commission as equivalent in standard and quality to EMAS and ISO 14001. It is valid as evidence of environmental compliance in public tender processes across the EEA.
Our certification
AGN was first certified as an Eco-Lighthouse in 2021. Our certification covers our operations at Telegrafen, Kongens gate 21, 0153 Oslo and is assessed against the general criteria as well as the industry-specific criteria for communication houses in Norway.
Our certificate number is 11217, and our certification details can be verified at miljofyrtarn.no.
What our certification covers
To maintain our Eco-Lighthouse certification, AGN must demonstrate ongoing compliance and improvement across the following areas:
Work environment
We are committed to providing a safe, healthy, and inclusive workplace. This includes maintaining systematic health, safety, and environment (HSE) procedures, conducting regular employee surveys, and acting on the results.
Energy
We are proud to say that Norway has the highest share of renewable electricity in Europe. Hydropower makes up the vast majority of the country’s electricity production, supported by growing wind power capacity. As a result, the biggest impact on our environmental footprint is not office energy use, but digital infrastructure and travel which we monitor and work actively to reduce it.
Waste
We aim to minimise waste and maximise recycling. Our waste handling follows source-separation principles, and we work to reduce unnecessary consumption across our operations.
Transport
We encourage environmentally responsible travel choices for employees, including public transport, cycling and minimising unnecessary business travel.
Purchasing and procurement
Where possible, we prioritise suppliers and products that meet environmental and social responsibility standards. Environmental criteria are considered alongside price and quality in our purchasing decisions.
Annual reporting
Each year, AGN prepares and submits a climate and environmental report to the Eco-Lighthouse Foundation. This report documents our environmental performance across the areas above, describes the actions we have taken during the year, and sets out our plans for continued improvement.
Contact
If you have questions about AGN's Eco-Lighthouse certification or our environmental work, please contact:
Ahead Group Norway AS
Suvita Ballchand, COO, suvita.ballchand@aheadgroup.no
Kongens gate 21, 0153 Oslo, Norway (entrance via Prinsens gate)
hello@aheadgroupnorway.no