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Sustainability a top priority for meeting planners IACCs 2019 Meeting Room of the Future Report reveals
Summary:Ethical operations and sustainable practices will be one of the most important areas of focus for venues by 2024 according to IACCs annual Meeting Room of the Future report 2019, which was released today at MPIs World Education Congress.14th Jun, 2019Category: - Magazine:Image:
Creating better places to live, meet & thrive in
Summary:The Global Destination Sustainability Index’s Whitepaper highlights trends and strategies undertaken by 47 leading cities to become regenerative hubs for economic, social and environmental development.7th Jun, 2019Category: - Magazine:Image:
Gothenburg looks ahead with a new plan for sustainable meetings
Summary:Gothenburg has a clear plan - international meetings are an important part of the development of Sweden's fastest-growing metropolitan area. Businesses, local government, academia and the meetings industry have come together to form a plan for the future.21st May, 2019Category: - Magazine:Image:
Changing mindsets
Summary:In order to be successful, change should be sustainable. Nowadays, sustainable change is not only about implementing new processes or structures, it’s more than ever about developing new thinking patterns together with your team.15th May, 2019Category: - Magazine:Image:
Sustainable connections
Summary:Another side of sustainability that is important to millennials and all age groups alike- the importance of building sustainable connections, sustainable networks and sustainable contacts.15th May, 2019Category: - Magazine:Image:
Germany at IMEX 2019: digital, sustainable and innovative
Summary:Innovative and sustainable offerings combined with scientific and commercial expertise are trademarks of Germany as a destination for meetings, conferences and events.10th May, 2019Category: - Magazine:Image:
Avoid, Intercept, Redesign
Summary:Did you know that every piece of plastic with which you have ever had contact is still on our planet? Take a moment, and really absorb that fact – every piece of plastic that you have ever used: food packaging, childhood toys, stationery, water bottles.…so many water bottles!! Those items are still here in one form or another, most probably as tiny microplastics in our oceans.9th May, 2019Category: - Magazine:Image:
Shifting Association’s Vision & Mission to Align with the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Summary:The 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – the blueprint for global development – represent a fundamental shift in thinking, explicitly acknowledging the interconnectedness of prosperous business, a thriving society and a healthy environment.6th May, 2019Category: - Magazine:Image:
Partnering for Sustainability
Summary:On 26th February, UIA cooperated with Legacy17 to host a workshop at the 2-day World Resources Forum in Antwerp30th Apr, 2019Category: - Magazine:Image:
Sustainable connections
Summary:Sustainability – THE buzz word for meetings and events in 2019. Every client I meet, every event I attend, every article I read...sustainability is at the forefront of every event planner, convention bureau and venue’s mind30th Apr, 2019Category: - Magazine:Image:
European Association Summit 2019 - 'Share & Co-create'
Summary:The successful 7th annual EAS 2019 closes under the motto 'Share & Co-create', with 184 participants from 121 different associations and other organisations.29th Apr, 2019Category: - Magazine:Image:
Corporate Governance and Sustainability
Summary:In this article, we explain how solid corporate governance practices can be a useful tool for the implementation of sustainability measures within your NPO, and also underline why the implementation of such solid corporate governance practices is valuable.29th Apr, 2019Category: - Magazine:Image:
Less conversation more action
Summary:While many in our industry have made efforts to implement more sustainable events and operational practices, we are not reacting like our house is on fire. As Elvis said we need less conversation and a lot more action. NOW!29th Apr, 2019Category: - Magazine:Image:
IMEX Group continues commitment to sustainability best practice by encouraging exhibitors to make Sustainable Exhibiting Pledge
Summary:IMEX in Frankfurt has invited exhibitors at this year’s show (21 -23 May) to make a Sustainable Exhibiting Pledge as it continues to increase its commitment to demonstrating and leading through best practice in sustainability.24th Apr, 2019Category: - Magazine:Image:
Palais des congrès de Montréal to support the United Nations’ Agenda for Sustainable Development
Summary:In keeping with its ongoing commitment to sustainability, the Palais des congrès de Montréal is proud to announce it is joining the United Nations’ 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. In doing so, it plans to change the course of events by implementing tangible actions aimed at reducing its environmental footprint and that of its users, in order to better its impact on society and the community.24th Apr, 2019Category: - Magazine:Image:
Innovation and insights at your fingertips
Sub-Title:Hamburg Convention Bureau launches online city tour showcasing future-focused strengths for plannersSummary:Hamburg is a hotbed for innovation with cutting-edge companies, pioneering start-ups and a new sustainable urban development. This adds up to a wide variety of venues, experts and activities for planners interested in green meetings and the latest thinking.25th Feb, 2019Category: - Magazine:Image:
Messe Frankfurt expands electromobility on the exhibition grounds
Summary:Messe Frankfurt Group deploys StreetScooter for zero-emission deliveries on the Frankfurt exhibition grounds. The electric vehicles are being used for Messe Frankfurt exhibitors and visitors as part of a two-year trial.24th Jan, 2019Category: - Magazine:Image:
ExCeL London launches ‘No Plastic’ campaign
Summary:ExCeL outlines the steps the venue is taking to tackle the global issue of single-use plastic24th Jan, 2019Category: - Magazine:Image:
Prague Congress Centre without waste
Summary:More than 60% of waste was saved at the first completely sustainable event which took place at the Prague Congress Centre (PCC) to the occasion of awarding the “TOP Responsible Company”.5th Dec, 2018Category: - Magazine:Image:
Melbourne is Number One in Asia-Pacific for Sustainability
Summary:Melbourne has been ranked the number one sustainable city in the Asia-Pacific region for business events in the Global Destination Sustainability Index (GDS-Index) for the second consecutive year.19th Nov, 2018Category: - Magazine:Image:
Helsinki ranks 5th in sustainability among congress cities
Summary:Helsinki has once again earned international recognition as a destination for congresses and meetings. The Global Destination Sustainability (GDS) Leadership Awards were presented at the 57th International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) Congress in Dubai on 14 November. This year’s winner was Gothenburg, while Helsinki shared fifth place with Uppsala. Last year, Helsinki was ranked in 6th position.16th Nov, 2018Category: - Magazine:Image:
Gothenburg tops world sustainability rankings for third consecutive year
Summary:For the third year in a row, Gothenburg has come out on top when it comes to sustainability, according to Global Destination Sustainability Index 2018, which was revealed on Wednesday. This is a broad international ranking of sustainability work being done in 50 world cities.15th Nov, 2018Category: - Magazine:Image:
Sustainability driving force as Gothenburg launches new tourism strategy
Summary:Open to the world – inclusive, green and dynamic, is the vision for Gothenburg. For two years in a row the city has been named world leader by Global Destinations Sustainability Index (GDSI). With its new tourism strategy, Gothenburg aims to step up the work even further.17th Oct, 2018Category: - Magazine:Image:
The Hague promotes ground-breaking innovations at sea
Summary:The city of The Hague is showcasing its strong commitment to environmental sustainability by supporting local initiatives that strive for building a better world. As ‘city by the sea’ The Hague sheds a light on maritime innovation makers by giving them a stage at this year’s The Hague Awards.18th Sep, 2018Category: - Magazine:Image:
New video about the Vacuum Insulation Panels industry available!
Summary:VIPA International is proud to announce the release of a new promotional video about the Vacuum Insulation Panels (VIPs) industry, created in an effort to raise awareness about the different applications of VIPs and the benefits they bring.17th Sep, 2018Category: - Magazine:Image:
Adelaide Convention Centre and Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre are first in the world to achieve EarthCheck Platinum
Sub-Title:The certification recognises best practice in environmental, community and business sustainability!Summary:Australia reaffirms its global sustainability leadership in the business events space with the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre (GCCEC) and Adelaide Convention Centre (ACC) becoming the first venues in the world to achieve the coveted EarthCheck Platinum Certification.29th Aug, 2018Category: - Magazine:Image:
ICC Sydney Pioneers Plastic Bottle Waste Reduction in Events Sector
Summary:International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) has today announced more than a million plastic water bottles have been saved through its partnership with Sydney Water, reflecting the venue’s ongoing commitment to reducing its ecological footprint.23rd Jul, 2018Category: - Magazine:Image:
Wonderful Copenhagen appoints sustainability profile to develop new sustainability strategy
Summary:Copenhagen is among the world’s most sustainable tourism destinations4th Jul, 2018Category: - Magazine:Image:
Planting with a Purpose to Grow Awareness of World Environment Day 2018
Summary:In conjunction with World Environment Day 2018, close to 60 of theKuala Lumpur Convention Centre’s team members spent the morning planting a variety of flora around the venue. In line with this year’s theme, ‘Beating Plastic Pollution’,the planting materials used were made from recycled plastic.5th Jun, 2018Category: - Magazine:Image:
The start-up, CarbonCloud, is being awarded a grant by the Swedish Exhibition & Congress Centre
Summary:The Swedish Exhibition & Congress Centre is awarding a grant to CarbonCloud for their innovation, CarbonAte, which enables restaurants to calculate the climate impact of their food. The grant is SEK 100,000, and a part of the Swedish Exhibition & Congress Centre’s 100 year anniversary celebration. The aim of the grant is to foster the meetings industry.5th Jun, 2018Category:
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