Sustainability at IAAPA Expo Europe

IAAPA Expo Europe and its partners are committed to sustainable working. See below areas where we work to achieve this:

IAAPA Expo Europe Show Organiser

We work in venues and with contractors that have a sustainable policy
We source local for items such as lanyards, bags, t-shirts etc
We will have recycle bins available for attendees to deposit their badges when they are leaving the show for the last time
Attendee bags are made from recyclable polypropylene
Exhibitor manual and exhibit contracts are online to reduce printing
Online membership applications
We are using recycled paper for any printed materials
More digital signage

London ExCeL IAAPA Expo Europe 2022 Venue

100% of ExCeL’s electricity supply is from renewable sources
Gas supply is carbon offset using UN credits
Light fittings are LED eco-friendly
There is a living plant wall on the pedestrian approach to ExCeL from Custom House DLR station
ExCeL are home to the UK’s largest wormery which recycles vegetable waste from their kitchens and generates fertilizer for green spaces around ExCeL
Surplus food and furniture is donated to local charities
Local food is sourced
Red meat is no longer promoted on the hospitality menus
Used vegetable oil is collected from ExCeL kitchens and converted to biofuel

Exhibit 360 General Services Contractor

Exhibit 3Sixty recognises the importance of managing its environmental and social impacts both in terms of its premises and the work it undertakes off-site
Exhibitors are encouraged to rent furniture to reduce logistics costs
Recycled materials are used, when possible. These include carpet, graphics materials, cardboard etc
Shell scheme is reused
Fabric drape is reused
Encourage online order to reduce paper
Local material is sourced
Use local staff/contractors

Exhibitor Sustainability Pledge

In an effort to make IAAPA Expo Europe more sustainable we are inviting exhibitors to participate in the IAAPA Expo Europe Sustainability Pledge.

How can you take part?

It’s so easy! Below a list of ways exhibitors can practice sustainability efforts during the show. We ask every company willing to pledge to select a minimum of 5 items and commit to them for the show. Of course you can select more than 5 as there is no limit but you must select at least 5.

How will you be recognized?

Your logo will be shown on digital screens and on the Sustainability webpage. You will get an electronic badge that you can use to promote your participation on social media, marketing materials etc.

You must select a minimum of 5 from the list below:

Energy Conservation

Use either LED or compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs)
All displays, monitors and lighting powered down or put into sleep mode during non-expo hours
Walk, take the shuttle bus, or rideshare with your company employees to/from the facility daily

Booth Build & Graphics

Submit show orders electronically instead of printing order forms
Flooring is reusable and has either been used at previous events or will be used at future events
Display elements are reused from past events or will be reused at future events
Display elements contain a minimum 30% recycled content
Display elements include aluminium components (durable, lightweight and pack in less space)
Use low volatile organic compound (VOC) and environmentally preferable carpet
Use low-VOC paints and coatings
Buy local: Use local suppliers for required building materials
Graphics are reusable and either used at previous events or will be used at future events
Graphics and signage are produced on 100$ recyclable substrate
Graphics and signage contain a minimum of 30% recycled material
Graphics are printed on fabric material made of at least 30% recycled content

Shipping & Packaging Practices

Shipments are consolidated into a single shipment
Avoid polystyrene used in booth shipment (i.e., packing peanuts, Styrofoam, or foam plastic)
Choose biodegradable packing materials
Use recyclable packaging
Padding materials and exhibit crates are reused for shipping during move-out

Waste Management

Waste is properly disposed and use recyclable waste bins for paper, aluminium, plastic, and glass
Use cleaning products that are environmentally friendly
Participate in the exhibit donation programme with Give Kids the World by donating leftover product
Recycle badges and the end of the show

Marketing Materials

Reduce literature and the number of giveaways shipped by 10% compared to previous shows
Giveaways are made of recycled, responsibly grown natural fibre, non-toxic & biodegradable materials
Use electronic giveaways like a USB storage drive with your content already loaded
Use 100% recyclable or 50% post-consumer recycled content paper for all printed materials
Post QR codes in the booth for marketing materials rather than handing out physical copies
Use the lead retrieval system to capture show leads instead of collecting business cards

Food & Beverage

Order seasonal and local produce to help reduce your carbon footprint
Food and beverage in the booth will use reusable china or compostable and recyclable service ware
Host a water cooler in your booth
Recycle plastic water bottles in your booth

If you want to take part and submit your logo for recognition you should login to your booth and click Exhibitor Required Forms. The deadline is 26th August