Green stands 101 | The Planner

Greening is no longer a buzz word in the MICE industry. Many corporate companies are insisting that their events are green. SA Conference takes a looks what you can do to ensure that your stand is green.

  1. Choose a long-lasting modular stand
  2. Re-use any bespoke elements
  3. Ensure materials chosen are being re-used from elsewhere, and/or there are plans to re-use/recycle them after the stand is no longer needed
  4. Ensure that manufacture of the materials is not energy intensive, nor does it create harmful by-products
  5. Ensure that the stand is lightweight and can be flat packed to ensure that transport related to the stand has minimal impact on the environment.
  6. Use ‘green’ water-based paints.
  7. Install low-wattage lighting or LED energy efficient lighting.
  8. Don’t produce printed marketing materials
  9. If giving gifts, ensure that they eco-friendly
  10. Promote your green credentials and spread the word about sustainability.

For more information: Event Greening Forum