Lancaster University Conferences & Events+ has taken a sustainable step in hosting green events by adopting Greengage’s EVENTsmart Carbon Calculator.

This innovative tool enables the team to measure and manage the carbon footprint of its events more effectively, reinforcing a commitment to environmental responsibility.

EVENTsmart is a carbon calculator designed to assess emissions from various aspects of events, including travel, accommodation, meeting spaces, catering, energy consumption, water usage, materials, and waste.

By integrating this tool, Lancaster University can provide detailed emissions reports for each event, facilitating data-driven decisions to reduce environmental impact.

Hilary Barraclough, Head of Business Development and Academic Events Services at Lancaster University Conferences and Events+, commented:

“By integrating EVENTsmart into our operations, we hope to strengthen sustainability practices and also set a precedent for other institutions in the events industry.”

“This system demonstrates how academic institutions can leverage technology to promote environmental responsibility and drive positive change.”

This initiative aligns with the Conferences & Events+ team’s broader sustainability efforts, which consistently earn the yearly Platinum ECOsmart rating from Greengage.

The Platinum accreditation recognises excellence in eco-friendly practices across seven key areas: energy and water conservation, waste management, recycling and plastics, rooms, consumables and facilities management, sustainable food and beverage management, and corporate and social responsibility.

The adoption of EVENTsmart enhances all sustainable efforts by providing precise measurements of carbon emissions and identifying areas for improvement to minimise environmental impact.

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