EventMB

APRIL 22, 2024

Skift Take: In line with the theme of Earth Day 2024, Planet vs. Plastics, ASM Global has appointed a new chief sustainability officer. This comes shortly after it announced the phased roll-out of reusable service ware in venues throughout North America. Andrea Doyle Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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Attendease

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

That’s why more event planners are shifting their strategy to sustained events programs. A sustained events program refers to hosting multiple smaller events throughout the year rather than putting all your resources into one major event. Why The Shift Towards Sustained Events In Modern Event Planning Strategies?

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Attendease

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

While you can hardly wait for the day to come, you know there’s still a lot to get done in the meantime—from locking down the perfect venue to developing attention-grabbing marketing materials that drive registrations. Make sustainable decisions. Make sustainable decisions. Adding recycling bins throughout your venue.

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EventMB

APRIL 16, 2024

Skift Take: OVG plans to certify more than 60 convention venues to the EIC Sustainable Event Standards in a phased approach. Andrea Doyle Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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EventMB

MAY 24, 2022

According to the GBTA, 89 percent of survey respondents identified sustainability as a priority with only 14 percent believing that the industry has made good progress. Getting there will probably be expensive – at least in the short term – but there are significant dividends for companies that can realize their sustainability commitments.

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The MICE

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

In this blog post, I’ll showcase the unique opportunities Stuttgart offers for your event, from hotels and venues to experiences, all with sustainability woven into the event planning process. Venues and experiences linked with world changing corporate history and the sense of pioneer spirit await delegates.

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Attendease

DECEMBER 3, 2024

This ranges from optimizing event logistics (like venues and F&B) to identifying new revenue opportunities and more. Fortunately, in the last year, weve seen more and more event managers, venues, and planners center accessibility, and we expect to see the trend continue in 2025.

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EventMB

JANUARY 31, 2024

Skift Take: Much like sea levels around the world, the importance of sustainability continues to rise, with properties seeking to obtain the coveted LEED certification to highlight eco-friendly practices and policies. Refugio Garcia Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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Attendease

DECEMBER 27, 2023

In 2023, the event industry underwent changes that revolved around sustainability, diversity, and inclusion. Because of this, planners are being forced to reevaluate their financial resources and approach because of the rising demand for venues and associated services.

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Prestige Events Magazine

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Lime Venue Portfolio is delighted to announce that Jo Austin, currently serving as Sales Director, has taken on an additional leadership role as the new Conference & Events Sustainability Lead for Compass Group UK&I. It’s massively important to our member venues, their owners, their customers, and their delegates.

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EventMB

JANUARY 10, 2024

Skift Take: As planners look to track event sustainability, selecting the right venue can go a long way to reducing any meeting's environmental impact. Refugio Garcia Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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Expo Pass

JUNE 7, 2023

If you’re eager to take advantage of sustainability trends, then we’ve got the tips for you. Our recent webinar, Eco-Event Essentials: Sustainable Strategies , covered a range of sustainability strategies from waste reduction to a new way of thinking about Recycling. Choose the right venue.

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Expo Pass

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Biodegradable badges, eco-friendly venues, sustainability-minded vendors – these are just a few of the ways events can directly help the environment! Sustainability can be a bit of a buzzword. Of course, you want your event to be sustainable. Here are a few of our favorite ways to plan sustainable and eco-friendly events.

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Prestige Events Magazine

OCTOBER 28, 2024

BMA House, one of London’s leading sustainable event venues, will proudly showcase its innovative, eco-friendly practices at the Sustainable Events Show on 31 st October. Home to the British Medical Association since 1925, BMA House today offers an exemplary model for venues worldwide.

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Expo Pass

MAY 23, 2023

Sustainability is becoming a key pillar of event planning, and the earlier you join the trend, the bigger your impact will be. We’re here with everything you need to know about sustainable event planning, from benefits to best practices. Benefits of sustainability. The world is going green, and so are we! But don’t worry.

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The MICE

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Rotterdam has established itself as a premier destination for sustainable events, earning international recognition from Arcadis. Practical approach to sustainability and resilience I was in Rotterdam to attend Urban Future 2024 and spoke to Chantal Zeegers, Vice Mayor responsible for climate, construction, and housing.

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Event Marketer

MAY 16, 2022

We tend to think of event sustainability in terms of large, sweeping efforts that require big budgets and run the risk of disrupting the attendee experience. So we broke down a mix of 10 b-to-b and b-to-c sustainability ideas to implement at your next event. Partnering with sustainability-focused vendors is a good place to start.

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EventMB

AUGUST 20, 2024

There isn’t a single definition of “luxury” for hotels and meeting venues, but attendees recognize it when they experience it. Local produce and reduced waste are key ingredients to a sustainable kitchen, but the most important aspect is the ability to cater to everyone’s needs. Photo Credit: Salt City Event Co.

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Prestige Events Magazine

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

This research highlights the rising demand for genuine, ethical and sustainable practices in the hospitality sector, particularly in event accommodations. Trust and Transparency : Clear, honest communication around sustainability practices is essential to avoiding the perception of greenwashing. To view the full report click here.

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EventMB

MAY 24, 2023

Skift Take: For today's attendees, bleisure travel isn't just about beaches, outdoor adventures, and sophisticated meeting venues — they want a destination that will also deliver authentic local charm alongside a strong sustainability record. Find out why South Walton, Florida, is perfectly positioned to meet this new demand.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Sustainability is a hot-button issue for consumers around the globe. There was a 71% increase in online searches for sustainable goods — plus, public concern for the environment has grown by 16% since 2017. Sustainability doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive, either. Communicate Your Commitment to Sustainability.

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Guidebook

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Sustainability isn’t just a trend—it’s a movement transforming industries, and the event planning world is no exception. But here’s the good news: event planners and venues are embracing innovative, eco-friendly strategies to reduce their footprint. Choosing sustainability isn’t just good for the planet; it’s good for business.

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Event Industry News

JUNE 27, 2023

The Scottish Event Campus (SEC) has further bolstered its commitment to sustainability by appointing Garima Singh as its new Sustainability Manager. The venue now employs two dedicated team members focused on driving the business’ sustainability ambitions including its commitment to Net Zero 2030.

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Carbon neutral event venue ExCeL London, part of ADNEC Group, has today published its Sustainability Strategy that aims to shape the future of events into one that is net zero, resource efficient and equitable for all its stakeholders.

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Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Therefore, event sustainability is one of the biggest concerns when it comes to the return of in-person events. Here are the ways in which we are acting towards this common goal of being more sustainable and environmentally conscious. With this in mind, a waste management or food rescue plan is hatched out with the venue and caterers.

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Prestige Events Magazine

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Ahead of the United Nations’ International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste on 29 September, heart of London events venue, IET London: Savoy Place , has launched new sustainable menus in partnership with renowned caterers Searcys. For more information on IET’s venues and services, please visit: [link].

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Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

The Yorkshire Event Centre (YEC) is the North’s premier venue for exhibitions, conferences and dinners. Located in the heart of Yorkshire, the award-winning venue offers exceptional facilities and outstanding services to ensure a successful and memorable event.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Becoming a sustainable event planner is a marathon, not a sprint. As the events industry continues to evolve in its sustainability journey, there are a lot of accomplishments to celebrate. But there’s no denying that sustainability is a very broad topic, and sometimes, you might feel left in the dust.

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The MICE

JULY 8, 2024

I recently visited Lucerne to attend the ‘Go Sustainable’ study trip, organised by the Lucerne Convention Bureau in collaboration with the Zurich Convention Bureau. This event brought together both destinations to showcase to event planners the extensive possibilities for organising sustainable events.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 8, 2023

In 2023, Smart Meetings released a stream of multimedia resources for planners to learn about sustainability in the world of events. This year, sustainability was just as much about education and how-to’s as it was about why it’s important to be sustainable. We know sustainability is important.

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Velvet Chainsaw

MARCH 15, 2021

Even the most seasoned among them are confounded with challenges on all fronts from new and changing safety protocols, exhibitor and sponsor expectations, contractual complexity and vendor/venue readiness. I question if the synchronous hybrid meetings, as many envision now, are sustainable.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Impact XM shares seven sustainable action areas for planning green meetings Global event and experiential marketing agency Impact XM believes that sustainability is not an end goal, but a practice. As part of its efforts to educate its employees, clients and industry, the company created a list of seven sustainable action areas.

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Prestige Events Magazine

MARCH 18, 2024

30 Euston Square and its caterer Searcys hosted the Planet Peach Sustainability Summit on 5 th March and brought together hospitality leaders to look at best practices, future-thinking, and the sustainable impacts of the sector. Photography: www.themakers.co.uk We encourage tomorrow’s talent and support them thorough their careers.

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MeetingsNet

JULY 12, 2024

A major survey of planners finds that as meeting costs keep rising, sustainability slides down the list of priorities. With rising prices squeezing business-event budgets in many areas, planners are increasingly basing their venue and service-vendor choices on “value for money” while focusing less on sustainability factors.

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AUGUST 26, 2019

The venue, the sponsors, the entertainment, the speakers or special guests. Building and sustaining pre event hype […]. You’ve been putting in the work for months. Now you’re ready to share your event with the world. But how do you engage your audience’s attention – and keep it – in the lead up to your event?

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Prestige Events Magazine

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

By Simon Hainsworth, Managing Director of Corporate & Sporting Events Management (CSE) This year’s Olympic Games in Paris saw sustainability placed front and centre, with a heavy focus on emissions reduction and an unprecedented £1.2 billion invested in the cleanup of the River Seine.

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Prestige Events Magazine

AUGUST 22, 2024

By Robert Trebus, d&b group, Director Global Sustainability Society’s trend towards sustainability is becoming increasingly relevant in the event industry. For businesses, sustainability combines responsible incremental improvement across three central pillars: environment, society and governance.

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