The Food Donation Act Takes Sustainable Meetings Up a Notch
Thanks to the Food Donation Improvement Act (FDIA), hotels and venues now have a more streamlined path to donate food without concern about liability.
SocialOffset: An Alternative to Meeting Boycotts
Boycotting or cancelling an event for political reasons can actually hurt the very people an organization intends to support.
RCMA Helps Kids Sleep in Heavenly Peace
Participants at the Religious Conference Management Association annual conference's Sleep in Heavenly Peace CSR program learned a whole new meaning for the phrase, “put heads in beds.”
Relais & Châteaux Sustainability Report: A Roadmap for Environmental Action
The Relais & Châteaux report, "In Search of Hospitality in Harmony With the Natural World," sets ambitious goals and objectives for 2025 and 2030.
Need a Holiday Gift Idea? Donate to a Ukrainian Charity
Many companies choose to make a donation during the holiday season in place of gifts to employees and customers. As the war in Ukraine rages on, here are 10 charities that have set up funds to send immediate assistance.
Time to Dump the Swag Bag?
It's time to revisit the value of the swag bag to see if there may be better options.
Sustainable Meetings in Demand, but Cost is Limiting Factor
New IRF study, Social Responsibility and Sustainability, explores sustainable business practices in the MICE Industry.
Canada Launches Sustainability Benchmarking Initiative
Destination Canada embarks on the Global Destination Sustainability Index (GDS-Index) annual benchmarking process.
Net Zero Carbon Events Launches Roadmap at COP27
A new Roadmap on how to achieve sustainable events and net zero emissions gives planners the tools to help save the planet.
Mike Dominguez on How to Combat Human Trafficking
President and CEO of ALHI Michael Dominguez and MPI were recently recognized for their efforts to fight child exploitation. Here's how you can help.
Dr. Patrick Patridge Launches New Book, “ecomice”
Ecomice: For a Better World is designed to show how sustainable business events can effect real change in the world.
Sustainability Takes Center Stage at IMEX America 2022
Sustainability was a key attribute at IMEX America 2022, infusing every aspect of the show.
Industry Comes Together to Support Sustainable Travel
The USTA's new Sustainable Travel Coalition ha launched with 60 members, including airlines, CVBs and hotel companies.
Sustainable Events Standards Updated
The new Events Industry Council Sustainable Events Standards make it easier for event organizers and suppliers to meet sustainability criteria.
