Sustainability Report: Still MIA in RFPs
Planners say sustainability is a key consideration when planning their events, but according to a new sustainability report, it’s still not generally incorporated into their RFPs.
LEED Certification at U.S. Convention Centers Ticks Up
The Seattle Convention center Summit building was recently designated LEED Platinum, the highest rating from the U.S. Green Building Council.
Sustainable Tourism: Rethinking Best Practices in the Caribbean
Sustainable development was top of mind at the Caribbean Tourism Organization's State of Tourism Industry Conference.
A Solution for Sustainable Swag
Sustainable swag in the form of a digital wallet would be far more effective than a physical item of dubious value with a simple corporate logo and little else.Â
15 Quick and Easy Event Sustainability Wins
15 ideas you can implement now to make your meetings and events more sustainable.
IMEX’s Sustainability Plan Aims to Reach Net Zero by 2030
The IMEX Group has launched a Net Zero strategy that aims to bring its shows — and its business — to net zero by 2030.
Sustainable Meetings and Incentives Gain Momentum
Industry meetings are setting the standard for sustainability. Two pros weigh in with advice on how it's done.
The Road to Net Zero: Best Practices
Net Zero Carbon Events has published a comprehensive guide of action items to help facilitate the path to sustainability.
Climate Change Causing Radical Shifts in Travel Planning
Extreme heat and other effects of climate change are forcing meeting planners and groups to adapt to new realities.
Be On the Lookout for Human Trafficking
Every hotel—including the 4- and 5-star properties used by meeting planners—is a potential site for human trafficking.
Human Trafficking Focus of AHLA’s New Advisory Council
Human trafficking has gained a new adversary in the AHLA Foundation’s inaugural No Room for Trafficking Advisory Council.
Hotels Play a Key Role in Human Trafficking
PACT (formerly ECPAT USA) is shining a light on the role of the hotel, travel and tourism industries in human trafficking.
Hospitality Heroes Recognized at IRF’s 2023 Education Invitational
Three Resorts World Las Vegas employees were awarded Heroes of Hospitality grants from the Above and Beyond Foundation at IRF's Educational Invitational.
The New Face of Food for Meetings and Events
Sheraton Centre Toronto's executive chef Tom Luu on the trend of plant-based menu offerings for groups.