The Sustainable Event Guide 2024
Event Industry News
MARCH 5, 2024
As sustainability continues to take centre stage in event planning, this comprehensive guide serves as your go-to resource for discovering the top sustainable venues and suppliers.
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Multilearning: Finalist at the Event Technology Awards US & Canada
Event Industry News
APRIL 12, 2024
Multilearning has changed the format of meetings worldwide by introducing the concept of Oral ePoster Sessions which has helped hundreds of medical and scientific meeting organizers successfully transition from paper posters to sustainable digital poster solutions.
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Four sustainability stars for Solutions2
Event Industry News
JANUARY 16, 2024
Open to all ESSA members, the sustainability module is designed to celebrate organisations that demonstrate exceptional commitment to sustainability with tier […] Solutions2 has achieved one of the top tiers of ESSA accreditation on its first attempt.
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How to Organise a Sustainable Event: Insights from BMA House
Event Industry News
MAY 14, 2024
In today’s world, organising a sustainable event is not just a choice, but a responsibility. At BMA House, we’ve embraced this ethos, integrating sustainability into every facet of our event planning.
ExCeL London publishes sustainability strategy
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 Sustainability Live Las Vegas partners with Purpose Net Zero to drive sustainable innovation in the event industry
Event Industry News
APRIL 17, 2024
Event Sustainability Live (ESL), the premier event dedicated to advancing sustainability in the event industry, is proud to announce its partnership with Purpose Sustainability Strategy, a sustainable event strategy education + consulting firm and Purpose Net Zero, their subsequent travel emissions measurement technology, to collaborate and advocate (..)
The Event Technology Awards Dazzle at ExCeL London for Event Tech Live’s 10th Anniversary
Event Industry News
NOVEMBER 16, 2023
The Event Technology Awards (ETA) 2023 wrapped the first day of Event Tech Live (ETL) London in raucous fashion.
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“Can an event organiser ever truly be Net Zero?” Raccoon Media Group’s sustainability journey
Event Industry News
APRIL 23, 2024
As the world sets ambitious targets to combat climate change, live events are under increasing scrutiny for their environmental impact. Raccoon Media Group (RMG) reflects on its sustainability efforts in the past year and questions the feasibility of achieving true net zero status in this dynamic industry.
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Beyond greenwashing: Real sustainability progress in brand experiences
Event Industry News
APRIL 3, 2024
That is, I think we are seeing real and impressive momentum in sustainability across the brand experience industry. Something I’ve been tentatively proffering with my colleagues, industry peers and close clients over the past 4 months or so. Compared with […]
New sustainability consultancy launched by former isla & TRACE cofounder: Sustainability Simplified
Event Industry News
JANUARY 10, 2024
Former isla cofounder Ben Quarrell and major event expert Poppy Stephenson have launched Sustainability Simplified, a consultancy that helps event and media businesses achieve their sustainability goals quicker.
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BSI launches updated guidance to enhance event sustainability
Event Industry News
APRIL 9, 2024
Updated guidance designed to help the events industry to embed sustainable practices and address emerging challenges across climate change, supply chain and social impact, has been published by BSI, more than a decade after the original framework was released for London 2012.
GEI16 a resounding sustainable success
Event Industry News
MARCH 5, 2024
As official media partners of The Green Events & Innovations Conference (GEI), Event Industry News was thrilled to attend this year’s dynamic gathering.
Latest AGF Festival Sustainability Report released
Event Industry News
APRIL 29, 2024
AGF (A Greener Future) has today released its latest ‘Festival Sustainability Report’ for European festivals, providing industry wide benchmarks for the festival sector.
Hollywood Monster Partners with beMatrix to Deliver the Best in Sustainable Event Building
Event Industry News
MAY 15, 2024
Hollywood Monster, a leading wide format print specialist based in Birmingham, is proud to announce its partnership with beMatrix, the leading frame system for easy and sustainable event building.
Ignition DG – Sustainable Exhibition Design
Event Industry News
JANUARY 4, 2024
Events and exhibition design specialists Ignition, formed in 2007, are based in Bristol and also have a US office in Indianapolis. Ignition has been an industry leader from day one when it comes to sustainability, thanks its founding ‘anti build-and-burn’ ethos.
Sustainability in Events – Is it all green hushing?
Event Industry News
MARCH 7, 2024
At BMA House, an insightful discussion ensued of shared experiences and knowledge from the panellists of Event Sustainability Live’s Breakfast Briefing, after a suitably delicious sustainable breakfast of course. Or does it beat with a heart concerned for our world? Green hushing is […]
Event Sustainability Live Goes Stateside
Event Industry News
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Event Sustainability Live (ESL) announces its inaugural edition in Las Vegas, Nevada, as part of Event Tech Live, set to take place on May 1-2, 2024, at The Expo WMCLV.
Sustainable Stand Design: Resource Design
Event Industry News
DECEMBER 12, 2022
At Resource Design SA we design, develop and provide innovative sustainable solutions that offer the exhibitions industry eco-friendly financially viable alternatives. We are introducing this unique product to the UK market to meet the growing demand for more sustainable products. SUSTAINABILITY 60-90% IMPROVEMENT.
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Inflatables as a sustainable event decoration
Event Industry News
AUGUST 16, 2023
As consumers have become more demanding, events and festivals feel the pressure to stand out visually in order to create a full experience and leave a strong impression on visitors, and in the media. In the same time organizers are facing the need of lifting their event to a higher level of durability and sustainability. […]
ESSA Director: Sustainability needs to be sustainable
Event Industry News
MARCH 17, 2023
To mark Global Recycling Day 2023, Andrew Harrison, director of the Event Supplier and Services Association (ESSA), takes the opportunity to look at the bigger picture and take stock of where we are with sustainability as an industry… Global Recycling Day was created in 2018 to help recognise the importance recycling plays in preserving our precious (..)
Introducing Event Sustainability Live
Event Industry News
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
Event Tech Live (ETL) organiser Event Industry News (EIN) launches Event Sustainability Live, which it will run alongside ETL at ExCeL London on 15/16 November 2023.
Trade associations support Event Sustainability Live
Event Industry News
NOVEMBER 7, 2023
The Association of British Professional Conference Organisers (ABPCO) and beam, formerly HBAA, which represents events, meetings and the accommodation sector, will partner Event Sustainability Live (ESL) at London ExCeL this month.
Attitude is Everything, Julie’s Bicycle and A Greener Future publish new toolkit on how to make disabled people’s access to live events environmentally sustainable
Event Industry News
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Key headlines: In summer 2023, Julie’s Bicycle surveyed disabled people about access and environmental sustainability at live events and festivals. These case studies highlight […]
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Double recognition for Wyboston Lakes Resort at Greengage Sustainability Awards
Event Industry News
JANUARY 30, 2023
Louisa Watson, Director of Marketing at Wyboston Lakes Resort and Sustainability Director of beam has been recognised as Sustainability Industry Champion at the prestigious Greengage Sustainability Awards. Louisa Watson commented “I’m completely overwhelmed. I’d like to thank Greengage for […]
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Event Sustainability Live secures Sustainable Furniture Partner
Event Industry News
AUGUST 17, 2023
Not Your Every Day (NYED) will be the Sustainable Furniture Partner at Event Sustainability Live (ESL), providing designer tables, chairs and much more to the show’s Central Lounge.
BMA House hosts Sustainable Event Buyer’s Guide launch for fourth year
Event Industry News
JANUARY 11, 2024
BMA House has once again been selected to host the launch of The Sustainable Event Buyer’s Guide as part of its partnership with Event Industry News. The event is a perfect opportunity for the award-winning venue to demonstrate its commitment to sustainability and environmental activities.
JLL Gets Real for Earth Day: Transparent Commitment to Genuine Sustainability
Event Industry News
APRIL 23, 2024
As the world celebrated Earth Day yesterday, JLL, a JL-Group company and a leading name in the technical production industry, reaffirmed its dedication to genuine sustainability, actioning transparency surrounding their current and future commitments.
15Hatfields’ sustainability efforts are rewarded with a special accolade
Event Industry News
JANUARY 12, 2024
15Hatfields’ ongoing mission to make events more sustainable, received special recognition at the annual Greengage Sustainability Awards. The leading London venue was awarded the prestigious new Positive Impact title, for its relentless determination to champion change in the events sector.
Big hitters back Event Sustainability Live
Event Industry News
JUNE 22, 2023
Hire Space, A Greener Future and Eventwell are the latest names to partner with Event Industry News (EIN)’s new show Event Sustainability Live, which takes place at ExCeL London in November.
Plans revealed by Dundee Design Festival for one of the world’s most sustainable design festivals
Event Industry News
MAY 1, 2024
– Festival Creative Director Dr Stacey Hunter reveals how every festival action and decision is assessed on a festival sustainability matrix as new partnerships are developed for renewable energy, transport and exhibition staging – V&A Dundee and Bard donate materials from exhibitions Tartan and The Grit and the Glamour to help Dundee (..)
GES cements support for sustainable events as Official Partner of Event Sustainability Live
Event Industry News
OCTOBER 20, 2023
Global Experience Specialists (GES) has secured an agreement with Event Sustainability Live (ESL) that will see the brand become Official Partner as well as the build specialists of the event. The partnership is […]
Sustainable growth matched with sustainable status, emc3 becomes B Corp
Event Industry News
AUGUST 31, 2023
Eighteen months ago we onboarded a dedicated Sustainability Consultant, reflecting our long-standing vision and commitment to a […] This means that emc3 has been certified by B Lab as having met the highest verifiable social and environmental standards and its commitment to pursuing purpose alongside profit.
MEETYOO “Best Sustainable Tech Solution” at the Event Technology Awards 2022
Event Industry News
DECEMBER 22, 2022
This journey of decarbonizing our company expanded into our new company vision – “decarbonizing the event industry” based on our mutual belief that we can change the world by taking action. At the end of 2021, we set the goal of becoming net-zero from 2022 onward. We are proud that our efforts have been recognized […].
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GES to support sustainability goals for Event Tech Live and Event Sustainability Live
Event Industry News
OCTOBER 2, 2023
Organisers Event Industry News (EIN) are excited to announce that they have partnered with global trade show and event company Global Event Specialists (GES) EMEA.
Hollywood Monster partners with beMatrix to deliver the best in sustainable event building
Event Industry News
APRIL 17, 2024
Hollywood Monster, a leading wide format print specialist based in Birmingham, is proud to announce its partnership with beMatrix, the leading frame system for easy and sustainable event building.
Fun in the Sun – the Ultimate Sustainable Summer Party
Event Industry News
FEBRUARY 6, 2024
At BMA House, we’ve mastered the art of creating unforgettable summer celebrations that are not only fun but also sustainable. Summer is the perfect time to let loose and enjoy the warmth of the sun, especially when it comes to hosting a corporate summer party. Here are three key tips to ensure your summer party […]
BMA House unveils sustainable makeover of Great Hall
Event Industry News
DECEMBER 12, 2023
BMA House, a leading sustainable venue in the heart of London and home to the British Medical Association, has completed a sustainable makeover of its iconic Great Hall. The Great Hall, known for its grandeur […]
TeamTogs measures up for Event Sustainability Live partnership
Event Industry News
OCTOBER 27, 2023
Merch company TeamTogs has partnered with Event Sustainability Live (ESL) and will provide organiser EIN’s staff with kit for the November show, made from sustainable materials, together with uniforms for registration staff and stage hands. TeamTogs will have a physical presence at ESL too, exhibiting on stand J40.
Event Sustainability Live Thrives
Event Industry News
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
The best way to start the first Event Sustainability Live (ESL) was to turn up and tune in to co-founder Adam Parry interviewed by Anna Abdelnoor, founder/CEO of show partner isla. Succinctly, ‘Is there a better way?’ a question he asked 20 years ago, working on a festival-focused trade mag, is still the foundation of […]
15Hatfields – bringing sustainable events to life since 2008
Event Industry News
SEPTEMBER 29, 2023
Sustainability is at the heart of 15Hatfields, the award-winning venue of the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health. Through 15 years of innovation and discovery, the team has worked tirelessly with partners and suppliers to help bring truly sustainable events to life.
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Canada emerges as a sustainable event leader through Destination Canada Business Event Sustainability Plan
Event Industry News
OCTOBER 6, 2023
Destination Canada is pleased to share that following the release of the 2023 annual Global Destination Sustainability-Index (GDS-Index) benchmarking results, there are now 20 Canadian destinations participating in the Index, representing the highest national concentration of GDS-Index destinations globally.
New sustainability report shares behind the scenes success and learnings ahead of IMEX Frankfurt 2024
Event Industry News
FEBRUARY 7, 2024
Ahead of this year’s IMEX Frankfurt, taking place 14 – 16 May, the team has published a Sustainable Event Report revealing the successes, experiments and learnings from last year’s show.
Industry leaders to #makeadifference at Event Sustainability Live
Event Industry News
MAY 18, 2023
With exhibitors from across the industry already confirmed, Event Sustainability Live (ESL), which will co-locate with Event Tech Live at ExCeL, has announced four more big name sponsors: GL events, ESSA, DPRG and Vision 2025.
Event Sustainability Live first edition a huge success
Event Industry News
NOVEMBER 24, 2023
Event Sustainability Live (ESL) ran down the right-hand side of the big London ExCeL space it shares with Event Tech Live (ETL) with green thinking throughout, from the Trees Not Tees campaign logo to the Main Stage housed in a spectacular Evolution Dome and sponsored by GES.
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