Eco-friendly Conferencing


We wish to demonstrate our commitment to sustainability & in lowering carbon footprints. Some event greening practices will be integrated into various aspects of the event planning process to address environmental, social and economic impacts.

Registration Electronic event registration Lanyards made from recycled materials (Participants return at event close). Post-consumer recycled /chlorine free paper and vegetable-based inks for badges
Transportation Providing hybrid shuttle service/taxi drivers trained with environmentally responsible driving practices for invited guests Proximity of meeting venue to function and accommodation suppliers.
Food and Beverage Organic, fairly traded coffee and tea on offer Leftover food donated to local charities (if health and safety regulations allow) Seafood served is harvested responsibly Locally produced food and beverage – minimise transportation emissions Eliminate / reduce disposables – cutlery, crockery, containers A recycling program for glass, metals, plastic and paper. Refillable/ reusable water bottles onsite
Exhibition Provide exhibitors with guidance on sustainable design and construct of exhibit booths Encourage exhibitors to not give out carbon greedy material End-of-show take-back and recycling program
Marketing and Communications Electronic or paperless communication – via website, e bulletins , print materials (soft copy) Sustainable printing guidelines Online access to calculator Conference ECO Bags
Delegates are encouraged to play a positive role Make use of public transport Carpool if able Measure carbon footprint of flights and long distance travel & purchase a carbon offset online Make a carbon footprint donation (optional as part of registration process). Post conference donation funds will be transferred to a selected project. Recycle Conserve electricity in hotels