Less emission, more vision.
…leave an impact without an ecological footprint.
The climate crisis is no longer a future scenario – it’s already here. Heat waves, torrential rain, droughts: the consequences are palpable and affect us all. The number of extreme weather events has already tripled – homes are destroyed, harvests ruined, and livelihoods threatened. This is precisely why UN Sustainable Development Goal 13 calls for concrete action against climate change.
Events consume resources. From guest travel to electricity and technology, catering, and waste – every aspect impacts an event’s carbon footprint. Air travel alone contributes around 5% to human-caused climate change worldwide. Every planned event trip can therefore either be part of the problem or consciously contribute to a sustainable solution. At the same time, not everything needs to be purchased new: much can be rented or reused. Many venues now use green electricity. When it comes to catering, it’s worth considering regional, seasonal, and plant-based options – they reduce emissions and are delicious. Technology can be designed to be energy-efficient, and materials can be carefully selected.
There is also great potential in the journey to the event – especially with a well-planned mobility concept. A venue that is easily accessible by public transport, a combined ticket for bus and train, or encouraging people to come by bicycle – ideally complemented by secure bicycle parking directly at the entrance – all of this facilitates climate-friendly travel. Making sustainable options attractive and easy not only reduces emissions but also raises awareness. This is a key lever: climate protection requires not only concrete measures but also an attitude that engages people. Events can provide impetus for promoting sustainable behavior – they can raise awareness, initiate change, and demonstrate that we all have the power to act.
The CO₂ concentration in the atmosphere has increased by around 146% since pre-industrial times – a clear indication of how urgently we need to act. This trend can only be stopped if we all share responsibility: companies, event organizers, and guests alike. And if, despite all measures, emissions remain, there are ways to offset them credibly. But even better is avoiding the need for offsetting in the first place – for example, by cycling more often and thus actively avoiding emissions, instead of later trying to ease a guilty conscience.
