Venue Finding Service, Corporate Hotel Booking, Event Organisers, London, Manchester, Birmingham
1. Vision and Mission
Our Company vision for sustainability includes reducing our carbon emissions by 10% – 20% year on year until Net Zero by 2050, promoting inclusive practices for our team and supporting local and worldwide communities. By taking action to combat climate change we aim to reduce its impacts.
2. Stakeholder Engagement
We involve stakeholders including employees, clients, suppliers and the local community. Survey and ask for feedback to gain insights on sustainability priorities and interests.
3. Sustainable Venue Selection
Green Certifications: recommend venues that have a recognised sustainability certificate. Location Efficiency: encourage clients to choose venues that are easily accessible via public transport to minimise travel emissions.
4. Sustainable Event Planning
Digital Solutions: Utilise digital platforms for registrations, ticketing, badging and marketing to reduce paper waste.
Eco-friendly Materials: Use sustainable materials for signage, collateral and client gifts. Prioritise recyclable or biodegradable materials.
5. Waste Management
Zero Waste Policy: Implement a zero waste initiative in the office by promoting recycling and composting.
6. Transportation Strategy
Walking, Cycling, Carpooling and Public Transport: Encourage staff to walk to work where possible, or use public transport. Consider carpooling where appropriate to work, FAM Trips and Educational events.
7. Energy Use
Renewable Energy: We will choose suppliers that use renewable energy sources. We use LED lighting in the office and tap restrictors.
Sustainable Consumption: We will monitor usage to track energy consumption and identify production patterns and areas to improve.
8. Education and Training
Staff Training: Provide training for staff on sustainability practices, so they are equipped to implement these initiatives.
Attendee Education: Include information on sustainability practices to our clients through pre-event communication, client events, collateral and social media.
9. Social Responsibility
Inclusive Practices: Ensure that events are accessible to all, promoting diversity and inclusion in speakers and content.
Promote Sustainable Economic Growth: Support productive employment and decent work for all.
Local Engagement: Collaborate with local businesses and communities to promote economic sustainability and support local economies.
10. Monitoring and Reporting
We will purchase more energy efficient appliances, when replacing.
We will reduce our waste to landfill by 80%
We will aim to use 90% local suppliers for our office services.
We will encourage our local suppliers to behave more sustainably
Report on how many “Green Venues” we have recommended.
Transparent Reporting: Share our sustainability efforts and outcomes with stakeholders through reports, website and social media.
11. Continuous Improvement
Feedback: Through ongoing process for stakeholders to provide feedback on sustainability efforts.
Adapting and Evolving: Stay updated on Industry best practices and adapt our strategy accordingly to meet evolving sustainability goals.
Conclusion
By implementing this comprehensive sustainability strategy, our Company will reduce its
environmental impact, foster social responsibility and promote economic viability, creating a positive legacy for the business and hospitality Industry.
Engaging all stakeholders throughout the process will help ensure the success and sustainability of the initiatives.