Sustainability has never been more important and many businesses are now striving to carry their green ethos through into conferencing. This doesn’t have to add cost to events as a few key decisions can make a huge difference to how sustainable a conference is. The following are all choices that can have an impact.
Conference location choice
Choosing the right hotel conference venue or location is very important. When considering options such as //tewkesburypark.co.uk/business, factor in where attendees are travelling from and how they will get there. Good public transport links can help to limit single vehicle use and taxi trips, for example, which can then reduce emissions. You can also look for eco-certified conferencing centres and venues.
You may also consider looking at the energy management work carried out by conferencing venues, as well as encouraging attendees to consider energy usage. Promote the need to power down rooms when not in use, including turning off lights and powering down equipment.
Food and drink
Food and drink can be chosen to promote sustainability. This can include choosing plant-forward catering and reducing plastic waste by shunning the likes of disposable coffee cups and plastic cutlery.
Avoid single-use condiments, milk and sugar, serving them in bulk dispensers, and plan carefully to avoid unnecessary food waste.
Have a project team
Engage staff and delegate to get the most sustainable results while facilitating new ideas and promoting workplace inclusion. Some conference venues can supply conference planners who can take your sustainability requirements on board.