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‘Regeneration’: the 2025 word of the year in event sustainability
December 17, 2024/by Matt Grey‘Regeneration’ encapsulates the evolving aspirations of the events industry as we enter 2025.
Eleven predictions for event sustainability in 2025
December 4, 2024/by Matt GreyIt's the time of year where we start to look forward. Here are CEO Matt Grey's predictions for event sustainability in 2025
Top ten takeaways from three years in event sustainability
November 20, 2024/by eventdecMatt Grey CEO spoke at Event Sustainability Live on his 'Top Ten Takeaways after Three Years in Event Sustainability', here are the highlights.
Creating responsible events: insights from the Sustainable Event Show panel
November 6, 2024/by eventdecAt the Sustainable Events Show, industry leaders including event:decision's Matt Grey, gathered to discuss the future of responsible events
Introducing subscriptions for efficient event ESG
October 22, 2024/by eventdecOur new subscriptions are the answer to more effective event ESG.
Showtime! It’s sustainability show season…
October 8, 2024/by eventdecIt's autumn 2024 and it's sustainability show season in London! Join us with a roundup of what's in store and where we will be appearing.
Impact: Responsible Event Review, Event Industry Update
October 4, 2024/by Matt GreyImpact Review Q3 2024 event industry sustainability performance…
Rethinking event materials for a more sustainable future
September 17, 2024/by eventdecBeyond recycled cardboard: our pick of the most potential in exciting new sustainable event materials.
Is collaboration the key to unlocking sustainability in events?
September 4, 2024/by eventdecThe impact of collaboration in the events industry can be profound, shaping the way we approach event sustainability.
Entries OPEN for Power 50 Most Sustainable Agencies UK 2024-5: the benchmark for responsible UK event agencies
August 20, 2024/by eventdecEntries are now open for the Power 50 Most Sustainable Agencies, in partnership with Micebook, with support from Encore Global.
How sustainable is your SWAG?
August 13, 2024/by eventdecSWAG can improve brand awareness at events but much of it is a sustainability nightmare. Here's our take on sustainable events swag.
Ten ways to build more social value into your events
July 24, 2024/by eventdecThe 'S' in ESG gets overlooked as event profs often struggle to think of how to build more social value in events. Here are ten ideas.
Progress on sustainability in events: a corporate perspective
July 9, 2024/by eventdecRecent reports reveal a shift in priorities on sustainability in corporate events, with sustainability slipping off the immediate agenda.
event:decision at Reset Connect
June 26, 2024/by eventdecevent:decision presented at Reset Connect at London’s ExCel on the State of Sustainability in Events.
Groundbreaking partnership in event sustainability announced
June 25, 2024/by eventdecWe’re happy to announce a groundbreaking sustainable event travel partnership between event:decision and the travel demand management platform, You.Smart.Thing.
Power 50 Most Sustainable Agencies UK Launches
June 11, 2024/by eventdecevent:decision and micebook bring you the Power 50 Most Sustainable Agencies UK, the top 50 most sustainable event agencies in the UK market.
Event Sustainability Heroes: Anna Peters at Evolve Events
May 28, 2024/by eventdecThe latest in our hall of fame of event sustainability heroes for 2024, is Anna Peters from Evolve Events who is passionate about sustainable travel to events.
Train or Plane? Encouraging Sustainable Event Travel
May 14, 2024/by eventdecEncouraging the most sustainable event travel is a decision that can significantly impact the event's overall environmental footprint.
Learning from large-scale events on social value and purpose
April 30, 2024/by eventdecSmaller events can learn a lot from larger-scale and global events on increasing the social value and purpose in events.
Impact Q1 2024 event industry sustainability performance
April 16, 2024/by eventdecThe first of event:decision’s Impact quarterly updates on event industry sustainability performance, brings you a summary of where the event industry is collectively on sustainability in events:
The Future is Measured
April 3, 2024/by eventdecBetter event planning means better event measurement: effective event decisions are complex and need measurement, analysis and data insight.
The Three ‘Why’s? in Event Sustainability
March 19, 2024/by eventdecAlthough sustainability in events encompasses many different business motivators there are three main 'why?s' : moral, legal and commercial.
Why is event greenwashing so easy?
March 5, 2024/by eventdecWhy is it so easy to greenwash in events rather than implement genuinely sustainable practices? We ask why and suggest some solutions.
Are Event Planners Overlooking a Crucial Element of Sustainability?
February 19, 2024/by eventdecThere's an elephant in the room of event sustainability - that elephant is travel. What more could eventprofs be doing?
AI in Event Planning: Personalisation
February 6, 2024/by eventdecThe first in a series looking at the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) in event planning - we're looking at using AI for personalisation.
Embracing the Future: Sustainable Events in 2024
January 23, 2024/by eventdec2024 brings new challenges and new opportunities to the events industry. ESG, ROI and artificial intelligence (AI) will be key.
Event Sustainability Heroes: Megan Williams at Production Bureau
January 9, 2024/by eventdecThe first in our hall of fame of event sustainability heroes for 2024, is Megan Williams from Production Bureau.
Event Sustainability Heroes: Emma Sharp from eventdecision
December 19, 2023/by eventdecThe last, for 2023, in our series talking to some of our favourite event sustainability heroes - it’s Emma Sharp from event:decision!
event:decision 2023 unwrapped
December 11, 2023/by eventdec2023 has been a big year for event:decision in our mission to lead the world in event ESG measurement. This is our year unwrapped.
How is Event Sustainability Progressing?
November 28, 2023/by eventdecNovember has been a very busy month in event sustainability for the team at event:decision. Here's our report from just two of the events we spoke at.
Event Sustainability Heroes: Shawna McKinley from Clear Current
November 14, 2023/by eventdecNext in our series talking to some of our event sustainability heroes, Shawna McKinley from Clear Current.
Event Sustainability Heroes: Jessica Badminton from Quilter
October 31, 2023/by eventdecThe first in a series talking to some of our favourite event sustainability heroes, Jessica Badminton from Quilter chats to us.
Adding Social Value and Impact to Events: A Guide for #Eventprofs
October 12, 2023/by eventdecEvents can make meaningful contribution to the communities in which they are hosted. Some ideas on maximising the social value of your event.
Redefining Event Sustainability, ESG for Events is here
October 3, 2023/by eventdec'Impact' is a pioneering new ESG for events tool. Benchmark your event's impact in the 'S' and 'G' areas, not just its carbon footprint.
The Anatomy of an Event Carbon Report
September 9, 2023/by eventdecWe've measured 5x more carbon and 3x more events than our competition. What does our event carbon footprint report actually show you?
Get on board the sustainability train (or get left behind)
August 30, 2023/by eventdecSustainability isn't a bandwagon, it's a train that's leaving the station, #eventprofs need to get on board, or get left behind!
New UK Sustainability Disclosure Standards: Why Do They Matter?
August 15, 2023/by eventdecThe UK has plans to create Sustainability Disclosure Standards, mirroring EU CSRD legislation. Why does that matter to event profs?
Event Sustainability: Smoke And Mirrors?
August 1, 2023/by eventdecHow do we avoid greenwashing in events and produce truly sustainable events in the events industry? Some ideas from event:decision.
Nine Sustainability Heroes
July 25, 2023/by eventdecWho are the people the team at event decision find the most inspiring in the sustainability space? Here are our sustainability heroes.
Venue Sustainability Spotlight: 73 Waterloo
July 18, 2023/by eventdecWe spotlight a truly sustainable event venue in every meaning of the word - 73 Waterloo, London.
Why Do UK Hotel Venues Lag in Sustainability?
July 11, 2023/by eventdecThe UK hotel industry has unique challenges when it comes to transitioning to sustainable operations. What questions should event profs pose?
Hotel Sustainability: How Green is Your Venue?
July 4, 2023/by eventdecThe Cornell hotel sustainability index reveals hotel greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions per square meter have reduced by 30.42% between 2019 and 2021.
What #EventProfs can Learn From a Pineapple
June 27, 2023/by eventdecIn utilising the fascinating lessons of consumer psychology, event profs can encourage sustainable behaviour at events.
Why UK Event Planners Can’t Ignore the EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD)
June 20, 2023/by eventdecWhat are the Implications for UK Event Planners of the EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD)?
Are you an Event Sustainability Guru? [QUIZ]
June 13, 2023/by eventdecTry our event sustainability quiz for #eventprofs - are you a Green Guru or a Greenhorn?
The Event Decision Book Club (2)
June 6, 2023/by eventdecThe second instalment in our event profs book club - recommended reading from event:decision.
Let’s Ban ‘Wherever Possible’
May 31, 2023/by eventdecThere's one phrase we should be banning when we talk about making events more sustainable. It's 'wherever possible' - let's bin that excuse!
Turning Measurement into Action on Event Sustainability #SOS23
May 23, 2023/by eventdecevent:decision has helped the events industry make a real impact in sustainability through its pre and post event sustainability measurement tool TRACK.
State of Sustainability 2023 #SOS23
May 16, 2023/by eventdecevent:decision launches an annual report on the state of sustainability in events using industry-wide data between April 2022 and May 2023.
The Events Industry Can Lead the World in Sustainability
May 10, 2023/by eventdecThe events industry has lagged but now has the chance to become a world-leading exemplar in sustainability
What you’re getting wrong about sustainable event food
May 3, 2023/by eventdecWhen planning sustainable event food there are plenty of pitfalls. Don't fall into them, plan your sustainable food menu carefully.
Eurovision Song Contest: Carbon Headache or a Reason to Jump for Joy?
April 25, 2023/by eventdecThe carbon footprint of the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest has been calculated. Is all the fun worth the damage to the planet?
Introducing The Event Decision Book Club
April 18, 2023/by eventdecStepping back from the day-to-day running of events to look at the bigger picture - here are our first five recommended books for event profs.
How to Mess Up Your Company Values
April 12, 2023/by eventdecDefining your company values and purpose is easy to mess up. Here are the biggest mistakes companies typically make - and how to avoid them.
5 big issues with Sustainable Event Planning
April 4, 2023/by eventdecIf sustainable event planning was easy everyone would be doing it. What are the big issues you need to think about?
The No-fuss Carbon Footprint Calculator for Events
March 28, 2023/by eventdecCarbon footprint calculator and reporting – with no data input, no training and no tech integration. TRACK from event:decision.
Sustainable Suppliers for the Events Industry
March 21, 2023/by eventdecThe first of a series highlighting the work of sustainable suppliers to the events industry.
7 Clever Ways to Make Your Event More Sustainable
March 14, 2023/by eventdecSustainable events adopt practices which reduce the event's carbon footprint. Here are seven clever ways to make any type of event more sustainable.
Buying Local is the Key to Sustainability for Events
March 7, 2023/by eventdecBuying and building local, instead of shipping materials to an event, could significantly improve sustainability for events.
Event Efficiency = Event Sustainability
February 28, 2023/by eventdecEnhancing event sustainability = improving event efficiency. When an event is efficient, it automatically becomes more sustainable.
Is travel is the enemy of Sustainable Events?
February 21, 2023/by eventdecTravel is the enemy of sustainable events, but events need visitors, what's the answer?
Nudging Sustainable Behaviour in Events
February 14, 2023/by eventdecHow could the event industry 'nudge' sustainable behaviour to minimise the impact of events on the environment?
The Problems With Carbon Offsetting
February 7, 2023/by eventdecCarbon offsetting is promoted as a solution for reducing carbon footprints. But is it really an effective way to achieve sustainability?
The Critical Importance of Measurement for Event Planners
January 31, 2023/by eventdecThe most important tools in an event planner's toolkit are the ones designed to help them measure their event.
Why define your company values?
January 24, 2023/by eventdecDefine your company values and purpose, and measure your performance against them - it will bring bottom line benefits to your business.
Ten Tips For Planning a Sustainable Event
January 17, 2023/by eventdecPlanning a sustainable event not only helps to reduce the event's carbon footprint, but it can benefit your business too.
The biggest impact on your event’s carbon footprint?
January 10, 2023/by eventdecFocusing on sustainable materials misses the point - travel is by far the largest impact on an event's carbon footprint.
The dangers of green-hushing for events
January 2, 2023/by eventdecThe events industry is no stranger to greenwashing, but 'green-hushing' has emerged as a new and dangerous form of events greenwashing.
event:decision 2022 unwrapped
December 20, 2022/by eventdec2022 has been quite a year for event:decision in our mission to measure event sustainability. This is our year unwrapped.
Santa’s carbon footprint
December 9, 2022/by eventdecSanta's carbon footprint has been calculated by TRACK, event:decision's carbon footprint calculator and works out at 10g of carbon per child.