Sustainability matters in the meetings and events industry because these gatherings concentrate people, resources and waste in a short window of time, which means they also concentrate their impacts. Here are five ways Smart Meetings helped you gain a better understanding of how and why to embrace sustainable practices.
Going Beyond Green
Editor Sara Robertson kicked off the year with a deep dive into responsible tourism, examining how sustainable practices in tourism and events impact communities long after the event is over.
Case Study: How One Event Achieved Renowned Sustainability Accreditation
A step-by-step look at how the annual conference for the Water Environment Federation achieved Platinum-level certification. Readers will find a lot of practical takeaways to apply to their next planning session.
A Tour of DC’s Sustainability District
Content Director JT Long reported on how Washington, D.C., has worked to create good green habits throughout the area that meeting profs can tap into.
The Economics and Sustainability of Trade Show Booth Rentals
Editor Malik Anderson examined a mainstay of trade shows: the booth. When should you rent? When should you buy? When should you ship? All the answers are within.
What One Thing?—No Beef, Big Impact: How IMEX is Redefining Sustainable
JT Long chats with IMEX CEO Carina Bauer about the choice to remove beef from IMEX’s menus, leaning into more vegetarian options. Read on to learn about savings to both budget and environment—and how attendees reacted.
