In the world of event planning, sustainability is becoming an increasingly important consideration. As event managers, it is our responsibility to ensure that the events we organize have a minimal impact on the environment. To help you achieve this goal, here is an overview of Huddle’s 10 top tips for sustainable events

1. Start with a sustainable mindset: The first step in planning a sustainable event is to adopt a mindset that prioritizes environmental responsibility. This means considering the environmental impact of every decision you make throughout the planning process.

2. Choose a sustainable destination and venue: When selecting a destination for your event, consider how far attendees will need to travel to attend. When selecting venue for your event, look for one that has implemented green practices, such as recycling programs and energy-efficient lighting.

3. Minimize waste: Incorporate tactics to minimize waste at your event, like using reusable decor items, compostable name badges, and placing recycling bins throughout the venue.

4. Focus on reusable materials: Choose rented or reusable options whenever available, and where single use items are needed, choose disposable and biodegradable options. 

5. Opt for sustainable food options: When choosing food and beverage vendors for your event, opt for ones that locally source their products to minimize transportation emissions and consider offering more plant-based meal options.

6. Encourage sustainable transportation: Encourage attendees to carpool, bike, or use public transportation to reduce the carbon emissions associated with driving to the event.

7. Go paperless: Embrace technology to reduce the need for paper materials at your event, such as using digital invitations, event apps and digital signage instead of printed posters.

8. Conserve energy: Implement energy-saving practices at your event, such as using LED lighting and turning off equipment when not in use.

9. Measure and offset carbon emissions: Use a carbon calculation tool for events to measure and offset the environmental impact of your event.

10. Educate attendees: Raise awareness about sustainability among event attendees by providing information about your eco-friendly practices and encouraging them to adopt similar behaviors in their daily lives.

By following these 10 tips for sustainable planning, event managers can play a crucial role in protecting the environment and creating a more sustainable future for all. To find out more about how you can make your events more efficient and sustainable, contact an expert at Huddle today!