Sustainable events: A question check. Location Are the overnight location and the event location within walking distance of one another Does the event location have an energy concept Can the room temperature be lowered to save energy Are there any unnecessary lights that could be switched off Is the venue barrier-free
Mobility Is the venue easily accessible by public transport Will the travel costs be covered by the organiser
Catering Will food be offered Should there be flying food or a buffet
Are service providers hired from the region
Is it feasible to calculate just 80% of the guests actually present for the meal
Does the location have sports opportunities, such as yoga or pilates, or is it close to a jogging route
Will drinking water be offered in PET bottles or with refill stations
Organisation and follow-up Will the invitations be sent out electronically Can print products be dispensed with at the event Should the event take place as a hybrid offering, or will it be recorded as a video Does the event have a legacy programme or will the event support a project Will the 17 Sustainable Development Goals be represented Will exchange with the participants be promoted in a community following on from the event Is the aim to have an equal number of female and male visitors Has care been taken to ensure that there are equal numbers of female and male speakers on stage Should unisex toilets be provided
Are other soft drinks regional and do they feature seasonal ingredients (e.g. apple juice) Will meat dishes be offered Where does the meat come from. Is it organically bred and from the region Is the food predominantly vegetarian Is there also a vegan option available Is there collaboration taking place with an organisation regarding food waste Can visitors take leftovers home with them – and are environmentally sound containers provided for this purpose