Tips & tricks
Selecting a sustainable venue is not easy.
No certified label exists yet in Belgium. The best way is to choose a venue showing evidence of a sustainable approach.
Define clear objectives and set your priorities:
- Central location
- Accessible by public transportation
- Favour a sustainable venue or event concept
Check if there is a clear sustainability policy and/or a person in charge of sustainability in the selected venue.
Request evidence: a written chart is a clear indication that the managing team of the venue is concerned and active.
Venue equipment:
- Favour a pre-equipped venue with audio-video installation, electrical power, heating system
- Use preferably tables and chairs that are already installed in the venue (avoiding additional transport).
Check if there is evidence of a clear energy-saving policy:
- Energy-saving lamps in permanently lighted areas (LED, fluocompact lamps)
- Light sensors
- Use of solar energy
- Good insulation and easy control of heating system
- Good insulation of windows
- Eco-friendly ventilation of meeting rooms
- Sustainable use of temperature in the spaces: 19°C in winter and 24°C in summer
- Reduced used of air conditioning
- Well-maintained air conditioning system
- Possibility to check the electricity consumption of your event
Water-saving policy:
- Dual flush toilets
- Water taps with reduced pressure and quick automatic stop
- Recycled or rain water usage
Check if waste is sorted and ask about the waste collection process.
- Are there appropriate recycling bins provided?
- Is there a waste reduction programme?
Check if eco-friendly cleaning products are available and used.
Share your view and promote the sustainable aspect of your venue choice in communications to internal audience and to participants.
