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Bee Friendly City Certification

Make Your City a Haven for Pollinators — and a Beacon of Sustainability

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Certified Bee Friendly City with green rooftops and urban gardens

Bronze

Silver

Gold

120+

Evaluation Points

Assessment Categories

Certification Levels

3 yrs

Certification Period

What Is Bee Friendly City Certification?

A comprehensive 3-level certification program (Bronze, Silver, Gold) that helps cities of all sizes assess, improve, and showcase their pollinator-friendly practices.

Whether you're just starting out or already implementing green policies, our framework provides:

Clear criteria

Tailored to city size with specific requirements for small, medium, and large urban areas

Step-by-step guidance

Across 7 categories from urban greening to economic integration

Expert support

Tools and resources for successful implementation at every stage

Public recognition

International visibility for your city's sustainability efforts

Certification Levels

Bronze

60-79 points

Basic pollinator support is in place

✓Initial pollinator-friendly plantings
✓Beginning educational initiatives
✓Basic pesticide regulations

Silver

80-99 points

Strong, coordinated policies and programs

✓Comprehensive pollinator corridors
✓Active community engagement
✓Integrated urban planning approach

Gold

100-120+ points

Leading-edge innovation and community-wide engagement

✓Innovative pollinator protection
✓City-wide ecological strategy
✓International leadership role

Cities are evaluated across key areas such as green infrastructure, public policy, education, planning, innovation, and economic integration.

City Categories

Size	Population	Certification Requirements
Small	Up to 50,000	Simplified requirements with focus on core initiatives
Medium	50,000–250,000	Standard requirements with balanced implementation approach
Large	250,000+	Comprehensive requirements with district-level implementation

Standards are unified, but expectations are scaled according to city size. For example, a small city needs just 1 urban apiary, while a large city needs 5+.

How It Works

Self-Assessment

Complete a digital questionnaire to evaluate your current practices across 7 key categories.

Submit Your Application

Provide basic documentation and answer key questions about your city's pollinator-friendly initiatives.

Expert Evaluation

Our team of biologists, urban planners, and sustainability experts review your submission and provide detailed feedback.

Certification & Recognition

Receive your official Bee Friendly City certificate (valid for 3 years), join our global map, and access our partner network.

Ongoing Support

Get access to tools, workshops, knowledge sharing, and the Bee Friendly City annual conference.

Recertification

After 3 years, undergo recertification with updated criteria to maintain or improve your status.

Why Join?

Improve Urban Resilience

Enhance biodiversity and ecosystem services that make your city more resilient to climate change.

Enhance City Image

Boost your sustainability reputation and attract eco-conscious visitors, residents, and investors.

Access Funding

Gain better access to funding from green and biodiversity initiatives at national and international levels.

Engage Communities

Create meaningful engagement opportunities for schools, citizens, and local businesses around a positive cause.

Join a Global Network

Connect with an international network of climate-smart, pollinator-positive cities for knowledge exchange.

Expert Support

Receive guidance from biodiversity experts, urban planners, and sustainability specialists throughout your journey.

Why Become a Bee-Friendly City?

Because the future of our cities depends on the smallest wings.

Urban beehive on a green rooftop overlooking the city

Did you know?

✓Urban bees are often healthier than their rural counterparts
✓Green infrastructure can reduce cooling costs by 10-30%
✓Properties near green spaces see 5-20% higher valuation

Cities are discovering:

✓Amsterdam saw a 45% increase in bee diversity since 2000
✓Ljubljana has over 4,500 urban beehives and growing "apitourism"
✓Melbourne produces neighborhood-specific honey varieties

Discover the economic, environmental, social, and governance benefits of becoming a Bee-Friendly City, with real-world examples from leading cities worldwide.

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Certification Pricing

Our pricing is structured based on city size, with transparent fees for both initial certification and annual membership.

Small City

Population up to 50,000

€3,500

Initial certification (valid for 3 years)

€800

Annual membership fee

Documentation evaluation
Certification for 3 years
Access to methodological materials
Basic PR support

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Additional Services

Consultation Support

€1,500

Expert guidance on implementing bee-friendly practices

Expert On-Site Audit

€3,000

In-person evaluation and recommendations

Municipal Staff Training

€3,000 per program

Comprehensive training for city employees

Digital Platform Access

Included in base price

Access to the BeeCity digital platform

Discounts available: 25% for developing countries, 15% for early adopters, 10% for cities with existing environmental certifications

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City Self-Assessment

Take our preliminary assessment to see where your city stands and what certification level you might qualify for.

City Information

City Name:

City Size:

Small City (up to 50,000)

Medium City (50,000-250,000)

Large City (250,000+)

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Urban Greening & Biodiversity

How many public flower beds or planted areas in your city contain at least 30% melliferous plants (beneficial for pollinators)?

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Do your city's planted areas provide flowering plants throughout different seasons?

How many 'wild corners' with natural vegetation exist in your city?

Does your city have 'green corridors' that allow pollinators to move through urban areas?

Ready to Join the Movement?

Cities are not only part of the problem — they can be a powerful part of the solution. Whether you're a coastal town or a bustling capital, you can become a beacon for biodiversity and a leader in ecological innovation.

Ready to Join the Movement?

Contact us to learn more about how your city can become certified as a Bee Friendly City and join the global movement for pollinator protection.

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Launching Our Pilot Program!

Limited opportunity: Only 5 cities

We're excited to announce the launch of our Bee Friendly City Certification program! We're currently inviting 5 pioneering cities to join our pilot project and become the world's first officially certified Bee Friendly Cities.

Pilot participants will receive special benefits including reduced certification fees, priority support from our experts, and international recognition as sustainability leaders.

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Become a Pioneer

Limited spots available

Pilot Program Timeline

October 2025

Applications Open

November 2025

Cities Selected

January 2026

Assessment Phase

March 2026

Certification Awarded