Over the years, food waste solutions in meetings and events have evolved from simply asking attendees to be mindful to more innovative practices.

Sustainability continues to be a significant worldwide issue, and though the meetings and events industry has focused on it extensively, much more work needs to be done.

Beyond the basics of water and energy savings, and “reduction and reuse” of materials, sustainability has grown to include social considerations and “thriving economic practices,” among four core components outlined by the Events Industry Council in alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

“Green” has become a buzzword in the meetings industry.

Green and socially responsible meetings show that the association cares — a key to attracting millennial members.

Organizations that are committed to sustainability are generating impressive results.

Can sustainable initiatives increase event registration, attendee satisfaction and stakeholder buy-in? Happy planners in the know certainly think so.