Sustainability

What’s Holding Up Sustainability Efforts in Global Events?

How has the events industry moved the needle on sustainability? A recent survey shows there’s even more of a gap than in previous studies between how North American planners and their European counterparts prioritize sustainability initiatives. Also, the cost to implement those efforts is seen as prohibitive.

BY Michelle Russell September 16, 2024

Reusable Cups Make a Splash at WasteExpo 2024

Attendees of an educational conference tied to North America’s largest waste and recycling trade show loved the reusable coffee cups, the show’s manager said, and the results were worth the effort.

BY Barbara Palmer September 16, 2024

Event Venues Look to High-Tech Solutions to Combat Food Waste

On-site digesters and AI are among the tools tapped to prevent food waste from going to landfills.

BY Jennifer N. Dienst August 19, 2024

5 Ways to Inspire Event Participants to Act Sustainably

Simply reciting the grim facts about the impact of climate change doesn’t work to motivate change — and it may even be counterproductive. Here’s what to do instead.

BY Barbara Palmer August 13, 2024

Responding to the Climate Crisis Together

We can’t escape from the realities of climate change — but we can choose to create a new path forward.

BY Sherrif Karamat August 2, 2024

Wildfires, Dementia, and Event Disruptions: New Challenges for Planners

The growing incidence of wildfires has an impact on events — and according to research presented for the first time at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference that just wrapped, on our brain health.

BY Michelle Russell August 1, 2024

What It Takes to Feed the Athletes at the Paris Olympics

Paris 2024 is on a mission to show that providing sustenance for athletes and fans at the world’s largest sporting event can sate the palate, meet a wide variety of cultural expectations, and serve the planet.

BY Jennifer N. Dienst July 29, 2024

How The Plastics Show Delivered Record Growth

More than 51,000 people attended The Plastics Show, which set new benchmarks for international and exhibitor participation while addressing sustainability.

BY Jack Macleod July 24, 2024

Measuring an Event’s Carbon Footprint — It’s All in the Details

Two sustainability experts have created a tool to accurately measure an event’s true carbon footprint. Here’s the level of detail required. 

BY Michelle Russell July 22, 2024

How Extreme Weather Is Impacting Events

As Earth’s average global temperature rises, the number of extreme weather events — including drenching rain, severe floods, and heat waves — is climbing, too. A new research report documents the effect of extreme weather on a full year of events of all kinds in Canada.

BY Barbara Palmer July 22, 2024

Event Planners Prioritize Cost Concerns, DEI Over Sustainability

Two recent surveys reveal a waning interest in sustainability initiatives among corporate event organizers, other event planners.

BY Michelle Russell July 22, 2024

Learnings From AIM Group International’s Sustainability Report

The professional congress organizer’s sustainability framework includes three pillars: environmental, social, and governance.

BY Casey Gale July 22, 2024

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