By Fahmida Nisa, Event Manager, UKREiiF

Are you prepared for the upcoming events season in 2024?

As the countdown to UKREiiF 2024 in May begins, we want to make sure you’re well-equipped for the season ahead. To assist you in embracing sustainability during this busy period, we’ve curated a list of top tips.

In a time were achieving net-zero goals and prioritising sustainability is at the forefront of everyone’s minds it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of sealing deals and making connections during events season. However, it’s crucial not to lose sight of our responsibility to be mindful of our environmental impact!

Choose your travel with the planet in mind

Discover our eco-friendly travel favourites for getting to and from the event, each with its own flair:

By train – Hop on the eco-train! The venue is conveniently close to Leeds Train Station, offering a green route through the city. Choosing the train aligns perfectly with sustainability goals, emitting significantly fewer carbon emissions (66-75% less than cars). In fact, a train journey is three times more carbon-friendly per person than a comparable car trip and four times better than flying!

By bike – Pedal power! Team up with the likes of Club Peloton and Hexa Consulting for a cycling adventure to UKREiiF. Enjoy a scenic ride to the event, and fear not – we’ve got space to stash your bike if you pedal your way to the event.

By water taxi – The legendary Leeds Dock Water Taxi will be back for UKREiiF 2024, shuttling frequently between Leeds Station and the event. Dive into an exhilarating and sustainable journey aboard the boat – because arriving in style is the only way to go!

Take a pledge to not use single-use plastic

We’re on a mission to banish single-use plastics from our site, and our partners are fully on board. They’ve pledged to ditch the plastic!

Make sure to bring your reusable water bottle and coffee cup. Need a caffeine fix? No worries! All of our vendors will be thrilled to serve your coffee in a reusable cup – it’s a win-win for you and the planet!

Educate yourself

Sustainability is a hot topic! We have a great line-up of sessions and panel discussions at UKREiiF 2024, all centred around conquering those net-zero goals with a focus on achieving net zero goals! Soak up the knowledge and learn from the industry leaders…

Now that we’ve provided some of our key insights on achieving sustainability at events, we’re curious to learn from you! Do you have any tips of your own that you’d like to share?

Feel free to drop your suggestions in the comments section on our social media platforms! We’re excited to foster a community of ideas and collectively contribute to a more sustainable events culture!

By Fahmida Nisa, Event Manager, UKREiiF