Ahead of the event

Finding the ideal location is one of the essential elements of effective event planning. Choosing a site with strong environmental credentials is essential if you want to make your event more sustainable. Fortunately, many venues are already committed to the sustainable cause and are eager to offer assistance.
Just make sure the fundamentals are addressed. Do they have recycling facilities on hand? Do they have a policy in place for conserving water? Utilize they sophisticated temperature controls? Most essential, check to determine whether they're willing to offer solutions to assist you in achieving your sustainability objectives.




Examine the resources you employ carefully to make your activities more environmentally friendly. The ultimate objective is to reduce waste and pollution, encourage material reuse, and aid in the renewal of nature. In order to utilize less petroleum-based plastics, choose designs that are lightweight, reusable, and modular. To save waste, think about renting from the current show contractor inventory rather than customizing everything. Additionally, you might forego conventional branding strategies in favor of recyclable materials (lanyards are a great place to start). However, why end there? Go digital for an even greener strategy!






During Event

Limit single use plastics:  Limit the use of single-use plastics by encouraging visitors to bring their own bottles to water stations or providing them with reusable or biodegradable flatware, food and beverage containers, and coffee takeout cups.

Make recycling simple:   Don't simply settle with recycling bins; make sure they are positioned strategically and have clear labels, making recycling a cinch for everyone.

Reduce food miles and waste: Buffets are practical but unsustainable because of food loss. Ask whether the kitchen composts or recycles grease to minimize damage. Spread condiments out widely. Choose seasonal foods and local goods while catering.

After The Event

Greenwashing away your post-event carbon footprint won't deliver us the future we desire, but robust carbon monitoring is achievable with the aid of software or a consultant.

Why not collaborate with charities or community initiatives to distribute any lingering conference materials? By holding seminars, giving contributions, or designating a space to discuss a greener future for everyone, you may add some sustainability magic to your event. Participating in these actions will make the event more environmentally friendly and help convey the vital message of sustainability.




After the on-site event, it's time to remove any obstacles still standing in your way of achieving your sustainability objectives. Here, a partner like FCM Meetings & Events can support your growth—in more environmentally friendly ways. We'll don our detective hats, evaluate what succeeded and failed, and come up with remedies. By taking on these challenges head-on, we will establish a culture where sustainability shines brightly, and your team will be the industry leaders in environmentally friendly event procedures.