OUR COMMITMENT
TO A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
At Empack Madrid, we are committed to actively contributing to a sustainable future through our initiatives. We believe that every action counts, and we are dedicated to reducing our environmental impact and promoting sustainable practices in the events industry.
We tell you how we are doing our bit in this journey towards a better world!
SUSTAINABILITY
Our main initiatives:
In each block we tell you more about Empack’s environmental and social initiatives.
Travel & Accommodation
Travel & Accommodation
- The venue is equipped with EV charging stations
- The venue is equipped with parking for bikes
- We recommend a carpooling situation
- Donation of parking tickets of exhibitors who do not come by car to a social action.
Food & Food Waste
Food & Food Waste
- Pedimos a nuestros proveedores que controlen las raciones en los puntos de restauración para reducir los residuos.
- Se ofrecen opciones vegetarianas y veganas en los puntos de restauración
Energy
Energy
- We limit our energy consumption by strictly controlling ligthing, heating and HVAC levels
- The event venue and stands are equipped with LED lighting
- The site has 100% renewable energy with GdOS (Gestion de Garanties d'Origine): cogeneration, hydraulic and wind.
Freight & Logistics
Freight & Logistics
- We apply sustainability criteria in contracts and RFPs
- We select our suppliers based on sustainable transportation criteria
Production & Waste
Production & Waste
- We sort waste generated by our events
- We lay reusable carpet tiles at the event
- Our Smart Badge technology allows significant reduction of paper by our exhibitors
Social Responsibility
Social Responsibility
- Our content programme features subjects surrounding sustainability
- We provide a platform to start-ups to present their breakthrough innovations
🔋 EASYFAIRS PUBLISHES ITS FIRST SUSTAINABILITY REPORT 🌱
Reducing its carbon footprint by a third from 2019, in this press release Easyfairs provides a transparent view of its work over the past year, looking ahead to further progress in the implementation of its “Act for the Future” strategy.
If you want to know more, keep reading!
DOWNLOAD THE REPORT
Our main initiatives:
Exhibitor tips
Join our green team and take action for the future! By exhibiting at Empack, you play an essential role in helping us create a sustainable event.
Here are some practical tips to make your participation more sustainable.
Select an ‘ALL IN’ reusable stand model from the organiser or design your own stand so that the structure can be reused several times, year after year. Work with your stand builder to make your stand as sustainable as possible. Avoid creating a disposable stand just for one event…
Create reusable (undated) posters made from recyclable materials and environmentally friendly ink whenever possible.
Use LED lighting and other low-energy equipment for your stand and don’t forget to switch them off at the end of the day.
Try not to use carpet and, if you really need it, preferably choose reusable carpet tiles. If you use normal carpet, make sure it is recyclable and will be recycled.
Where possible, choose public transport or carpool with colleagues.
Choose a hotel within walking distance and/or with environmentally friendly practices.
For your transport, consolidate your shipments and preferably use transport and logistics companies that apply sustainable practices.
Favour local suppliers to support the local economy and reduce transportation
Support suppliers with environmental and social credentials.
If you serve food at your stand, preferably choose locally sourced and plant-based food, and avoid using single-use plastics.
Avoid wasting food and order only as much as you need.
Take an active part in the many initiatives and discussions that will take place during the event to support the sustainable development of your sector.
Inspire visitors by showcasing the sustainable credentials of your products.
Visitor tips
Dear visitor, join our green team and take action for the future! We can’t do it alone! Help us make this event more sustainable!
Here’s what you can do to help:
- Whenever possible, walk, cycle or take public transport to the event. If you need to use the car, take a companion or friend with you.
- Bring your own water bottle and help us reduce the use of single-use plastic.
- Use our recycling containers for your waste.
- Use your Smart Badge to get information about exhibitors instead of ordering an information brochure.
- Choose a hotel that is located within walking distance of the event and/or has environmentally friendly practices.
- Take part in the many talks and visits on sustainability that will take place during the event.
As part of the Easyfairs group, we are members of the Net Zero Carbon Events pledge and are committed to becoming net zero by 2050 and halving our greenhouse gas emissions by 2030.
Making empack madrid an impactful and responsible event for our community
Easyfairs is committed to managing Empack Madrid in an environmentally and socially responsible manner:
- Reducing our environmental impact
- Supporting our communities in their transition to a sustainable economy
- Promoting innovation
- Embracing diversity and inclusion in all its dimensions