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A sustainable event

Putting sustainability first

What's in this guide

The core principles we operate by

01 Inspiring sustainable development

02 Running an environmentally sustainable event

03 Running a socially responsible event

04 Be a sustainable attendee

05 Be a sustainable exhibitor

Inspiring sustainable development

Within our community, we foster purposeful collaborations and offer valuable content, equipping every stakeholder with the necessary resources to prioritise our planet's well-being.

Impact

1 Offering content that enables sustainable development

2 Sharing best practices with all our stakeholders

3 Fostering market relevant partnerships

Running an environmentally responsible event

Everything we use from the supply chain needs to meet the sustainability criteria. We're dedicated to reducing our emissions and waste each year.

Impact

1 Reducing our event’s carbon emissions

2 Creating less waste

3 Considering sustainability credentials of items sourced for event

Running a socially responsible event

Ensuring diversity and inclusivity at our events is a fundamental goal. We create a beneficial effect in our host cities by supporting local businesses.

Impact

1 Doing business safely and ethically

2 Considering wellbeing and accessibility

3 Supporting local businesses

Being a sustainable visitor

Doing your bit for sustainability takes a few simple steps.

Sustainability guidelines

Answers to some of the most common queries

Travel green

Reduce your carbon footprint by making use of the public transport to and from the event
If you are travelling by plane, make sure to offset the flight
Book a hotel in the proximity of the venue to
reduce your environmental impact

Reduce waste

Be aware of the waste that you are generating onsite
Get exhibitors to share their collateral with you digitally to avoid a lot of paper waste
Use a reusable coffee cup at any of the catering outlets around the venue

During the conference

As well as creating a safe environment for all, your wellbeing needs to be prioritised, especially during long online sessions. Take a walk and stretch in between sessions and try to conserve energy on your devices.

Being a sustainable exhibitor

Waste reduction by removing single-use stands from our event.

Sustainability checklist

More things you can be doing

Stand build & design

When you contract a stand designer/builder for the event, are you thinking about the following?
Can your stand be re-used at other events you attend?
How can the stand waste be minimized?
Are they aware and compliant with the Health & Safety regulations?
Do you know who the end company building your stand is? Are they compliant?
Can you reduce the stand build time by having pre-fabricated build & save money?
How can you lower your environmental impact by checking their shipping method?

Travel green

Reduce your carbon footprint by making use of the public transport to and from the event

Event promotional collateral

Reduce your paper output by switching to digital alternatives
If you do need to print or have promotional materials produced, make sure they are made from eco-friendly sources

Transparency

Promote your company’s and products sustainability credentials – let visitors know what you are doing to support the food manufacturing industry

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