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Circularity: The Biggest Shift for Trade Shows in 2024 

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As a result, Events Industry Council (EIC) updated its standards in 2022 to enhance sustainable practices across the events industry. Additionally, EIC introduced a new certification for event professionals interested in promoting sustainability and social impact in their organizations and global business events.

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The Hospitality Show’s Inaugural Event Is Placing Sustainability at the Forefront

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The Hospitality Show Las Vegas will place eco-friendliness front and center The first-ever Hospitality Show is coming to Las Vegas and its producers are making strong sustainability efforts from the get-go. Read More : Ditching the Dump Even smaller details, down to what the badges are made of, will be given the sustainability treatment.

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MEETINGS achieves carbon zero certification

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The post MEETINGS achieves carbon zero certification appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. Business Events Industry Aotearoa Limited’s MEETINGS 2023 – New Zealand’s largest trade show for the business events sector – has been awarded Toitū net carbonzero certification.

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Help Improve CMP Standards with Events Industry Council

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In 2024-2025, an updated exam and study materials will be available as a result. Event professionals who are not CMPs can receive a 5% discount on the Sustainable Event Professional Certificate program offered by EIC. The 30-minute survey is open through Nov. Current CMPs receive 1 CE for completing the survey.

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Earth Day is a Call to Action

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Read More: Tracking Your Group’s Carbon Footprint Now a Reality Earth Day 2024: Planet vs. Plastics This year, EarthDay.org , the official site for the annual event, has set “ Planet vs. Plastics ” as the theme. But in recent years, sustainability has grown from a niche topic to a central focus in the industry. February 2017.

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Sustainability Isn’t the Only Goal on 2024 Olympic Games’ Agenda

Convene by PCMA

Open to All Along with fostering sustainable Olympic Games, increasing access in general is also identified as one of 15 recommendations in the International Olympic Committee’s latest version of Olympic Agenda 2020+5, the roadmap for the IOC and the Olympic Movement through 2025.

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7 Ways to Embed Wellness in Your Meetings

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Collaborate with local suppliers for fresh, sustainably sourced ingredients. Adopt Sustainable Practices : Implement eco-friendly initiatives, from digital event materials to selecting venues that prioritize sustainability. ” Meals : Offer a variety of healthy, nourishing food choices that accommodate all dietary needs.

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