Sustainability

As an event organiser, we place high value on sustainability. We act in an environmentally friendly, socially responsible manner. To achieve this, we adopt various measures and support our partners with their activities.

We make our trade fairs effective and responsible events for our community.

Easyfairs is committed to organise the fair in an environmentally friendly and socially responsible manner:

  • Reducing our environmental impact
  • Supporting our communities/cities in their transition to a sustainable economy
  • Encouraging innovation
  • Promoting diversity and integration in all its dimensions

Our sustainability measures may vary depending on the trade fair event and location!

As part of the Easyfairs Group, we are a member of the Net Zero Carbon Events Pledge and are committed to being Net Zero by 2050 and halving our greenhouse gas emissions by 2030.

TOGETHER AGAINST BREAST CANCER

We support Brustkrebs Deutschland e.V. . ‘Diagnosis breast cancer – prognosis life!’ is the motto of the non-profit organisation. With a wide range of support and counselling services, it is there for those affected and their relatives, but also for doctors.

We have organised a number of advance and on-site campaigns for this purpose. For example, there was an information stand at the entrance to SOLIDS & RECYCLING-TECHNIK Dortmund 2024, our team took part in one of the Germany-wide Muddy Angel Runs and registrations and the rebooking of our exhibiting companies were linked to donations.

We were able to generate an incredible €4,027 in donations. Many thanks for the support of each and every one of you!

More information about the campaign
To the fundraising campaign

Our most important initiatives

Energy
The venue focuses on energy-efficient measures, generates renewable energy using solar panels and implements water-saving systems.

Successful implementation of SOLIDS and RECYCLING-TECHNIK

We limit our energy consumption by strictly controlling the lighting, heating and HVAC systems.
The venue and the stands are equipped with LED lighting.

Arrival & accommodation
We minimise travel emissions and select our preferred accommodation providers according to sustainability criteria.

Successful implementation of SOLIDS and RECYCLING-TECHNIK

The venue is equipped with charging stations for electric vehicles.
The venue has parking spaces for bicycles.
We recommend the formation of car pools.
In our communication, we recommend the use of public transport and alternative ways of getting to the venue than by car.
Together with Deutsche Bahn, we offer discounted train tickets.

Freight & logistics
Our all-in stand model reduces transport emissions and waste. We also carefully select our suppliers according to sustainability criteria.

Successful implementation of SOLIDS and RECYCLING-TECHNIK

We apply sustainability criteria in contracts and tenders (RFP = Request for Proposal).
We select our suppliers according to sustainable transport criteria.

Production & waste
We have implemented a stringent waste management and reduction plan, while limiting the use of plastic at our events.

Successful implementation of SOLIDS and RECYCLING-TECHNIK

We sort the waste produced at our events.
We lay reusable carpet tiles at the event.
Our smart badge technology enables our exhibitors to significantly reduce their paper consumption.
More than 50 % of the total stand area is taken up by reusable stands.
There is no printed event catalogue for the events in 2024.
There are no disposable plastic bottles at any of the catering outlets inspected by Easyfairs.

Food & food waste
We integrate sustainable principles into food procurement at our catering stations and strive to reduce food waste.

Successful implementation of SOLIDS and RECYCLING-TECHNIK

We ask our suppliers to check the portions at the catering points in order to avoid waste.
All catering outlets and events inspected by Easyfairs offer vegetarian and vegan options.
No red meat is offered at any of the catering outlets inspected by Easyfairs.

Tips for exhibitors

Dear exhibitors: Become part of our green team and take action for the future!

When you exhibit at a trade fair, you play a key role in shaping a sustainable event. Here are a few practical tips on how to participate more sustainably:

If possible, opt for public transport or car share with your colleagues.

Choose a hotel that is reachable on foot and/or adopts environmentally friendly practices.

Consolidate your shipments and aim to use transport and logistics companies that adopt sustainable methods.

Choose local suppliers to support the local economy and reduce transport routes.

Choose suppliers that meet environmental and social criteria.

Bring your own reusable water bottle and use our water dispensers to help reduce single-use plastics.

If you are serving food at your stand, opt for local, vegetable-based products and avoid single-use plastics.

Avoid food waste and only order as much as you need.

Take part in numerous initiatives and discussions during the event to support the sustainable development of your sector.

Inspire visitors by presenting the sustainable features of your products.

Choose a reusable all-in stand model from the event organiser or design your own stand that can be reused year after year. Work with stand builders to make your stand as sustainable as possible! Avoid building a single-use stand just for one event…

Create reusable signs (without dates) from recycled materials and with eco-friendly ink where possible.

Use LED lighting and other energy-efficient devices for your stand and don’t forget to turn them off at the end of the day.

Try to avoid using carpet but, if you really need it, opt for reusable carpet tiles. If using a standard carpeted floor, make sure that it can be and is recycled.

If possible, opt for public transport or car share with your colleagues.

Choose a hotel that is reachable on foot and/or adopts environmentally friendly practices.

Consolidate your shipments and aim to use transport and logistics companies that adopt sustainable methods.

Choose local suppliers to support the local economy and reduce transport routes.

Choose suppliers that meet environmental and social criteria.

Bring your own reusable water bottle and use our water dispensers to help reduce single-use plastics.

If you are serving food at your stand, opt for local, vegetable-based products and avoid single-use plastics.

Avoid food waste and only order as much as you need.

Take part in numerous initiatives and discussions during the event to support the sustainable development of your sector.

Inspire visitors by presenting the sustainable features of your products.

Tips for visitors

Dear visitors: Become part of our green team and take action for the future! We can’t do it alone! Help us to make the event more sustainable! How you can help us:

  • Where possible, walk, travel by bike or use public transport to get to the event. Click here for SBB and Deutsche Bahn information
  • Use the recycling containers for any waste.
  • Use your Smart Badge to get information about exhibitors instead of asking for a brochure.
  • Choose a hotel that is reachable on foot and/or adopts environmentally friendly practices.
  • Take part in the various sustainability talks and tours taking place during the event!
  • Where possible, walk, travel by bike or use public transport to get to the event. If travelling by car
  • Bring your own reusable water bottle and use our water dispensers to help reduce single-use plastics.
  • Use the recycling containers for any waste.
  • Use your Smart Badge to get information about exhibitors instead of asking for a brochure.
  • Choose a hotel that is reachable on foot and/or adopts environmentally friendly practices.
  • Download our event app!
  • Take part in the various sustainability talks and tours taking place during the event!