Green & sustainable conferences that have a positive impact on delegates, the destination & the wider world.

Snowflake

Conferences are tasked with solving problems, not creating them. To date, conferences have been legitimately criticised for their associated carbon and waste emissions – delegate transport to & from the destination, single use exhibition stands, food waste & printed literature are just some of the obvious issues. The problems are not unknown, but for a large chunk of the conference sector, they are unsolved.

There is movement from both the conference venues and exhibitors to radically reduce the negative impacts of a conference. Exhibition stands now follow exhibitors on their roadshows and there are noticeably fewer paper products being handed out.

Sustainability is a key topic across almost every sector right now, for exhibitors and delegates to discuss issues of sustainability in a non-sustainable setting is absolutely unthinkable.

Post-pandemic, virtual conferences are generally acknowledged as being inferior to live events. Live conferences have the ability to do immense economic & social good and it is essential that conference sustainability is improved – they are after all, here to stay. Conference planners have an increasing range of sustainable options to choose from when planning their programmes.

Smaller, eco-accredited retreats work for some clients whilst renewably powered conference venues, with delegates arriving by train and stricter waste policies are all initiatives that are making real differences to the pursuit of sustainability in the confrenece industry.

As certain as the realisation that live conference events won’t be replaced by virtual events, so is the recognition that there is no future for the non-sustainable conferences of the past.

HOW DO I PLAN A SUSTAINABLE CONFERENCE?

Choose Jagged Horizons

- We plan sustainable conferences in venues that are accredited for their sustainability, where delegates arrive by train and stay in sustainable hotels.

- We work with large corporations & SME’s who are increasingly demanding sustainable conference programmes.

- We are developing our sustainable conference programmes to leave a positive legacy on the destination and suppliers.

What we offer

- The entire conference programme has impacts on sustainability and we offer sustainable accommodation, travel & dining options, as well as venue choice.

- We don’t greenwash, conferences have a price that we are aware of, and we continually work to improve the sustainability of our conferences.

- Sustainable conference programmes can include fantastic activities such canyoning, coasteering, tobogganing, e-biking, surfing.

3 PILLARS OF CONFERENCE SUSTAINABILITY

Sustainability concerns far more than environmentally conscious decision-making, sustainability includes social and economic impacts. Gender representation in the ownership of enterprises and integrated local supply chains impact the economic and social fabric of a destination.

And here lies the opportunity – a chance to positively impact a destination when hosting a conference.

Today’s sustainability agendas rely heavily on the 17 United Nations development goals, calls to global action which are intended to foster change within conference destinations - their interrelated supply chains, socities and natural environments.

More information on these UN sustainability topics can be found below.

environmental

Environmental sustainability.

Environmental sustainability

ENVIRONMENT
environmental

social

Socially sustainable events.

Socially sustainable events

SOCIAL
social

economic

Economic sustainability.

Economic sustainability

ECONOMIC
economic

3 CONSIDERATIONS IN PLANNING A SUSTAINABLE CONFERENCE

Selecting a conference venue that is certified as sustainable is a vital first step in planning a sustainable conference. But just being mindful of venue selection falls far short of creating a sustainable conference - green conferences are about far more than the venue.

Delegate travel to, and around the conference venue, as well as the sustainability of accommodation, dining and activities are all key sustainability considerations. Information on these considerations can be found below.

Those attending a sustainable conference may not notice the things taking place behind the scenes. Renewable power, women in management positions, locally sourced F&B, and a waste management policy, all add to the sustainability of a conference, yet none feel like a sacrifice.

Positive legacies are attainable and enriching – being part of a sustainable conference can be a hugely positive experience.

TRAVEL

Sustainable conference travel.

Sustainable conference travel.

SUSTAINABLE TRAVEL
TRAVEL

ACCOMMODATION

Sustainable conference hotels.

Sustainable conference hotels.

SUSTAINABLE HOTELS
ACCOMMODATION

DINING & ACTIVITIES

Sustainable dining & activities.

Sustainable dining & activities.

SUSTAINABLE ACTIVITIES
DINING & ACTIVITIES

Organise a sustainable conference with us.
Email or call us on +44 (0) 20 8123 7817.

Provide a little information as to conference needs and we can begin to develop some initial ideas for you.

 

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