Sustainability & Green Events

For two days, the Energiepark became a hub for digitalisation, innovation and networking within research institutions: The first trade fair on ‘Digital Administration in Research Institutions’, organised by the Leibniz Institute for Educational Trajectories (LIfBi), brought together 55 exhibitors and around 350 participants. Workshops, panel discussions, start-up spotlights and numerous networking opportunities facilitated an in-depth exchange on the future of digital administrative processes.

Initial pilot projects are demonstrating fully automated digital deposit-return systems for major autumn events.

New monitoring criteria are tightening the requirements for environmental claims in event advertising.

The organisers of the 2026 Mainz Wine Festival used the Share.Ware reusable system with deposit machines as part of a pilot project. This enabled them to save 10,000 single-use containers and avoid one tonne of waste. For the event’s approximately 70,000 guests, the deposit system was simple and time-saving.

A new, scientifically validated prediction model is intended to enable reliable forecasts of the location-specific carbon footprint of events.

The new EU Packaging Regulation tightens the requirements for takeaway packaging, buffet catering and service materials.

Our VSME Sustainability Report for 2025 has been published.

The Hockenheimring Baden-Württemberg remains one of the world’s leading motorsport and event venues in terms of sustainability.

Increasing demands regarding the use of materials, reuse and recyclability are presenting trade fair organisers, event organisers, exhibitors and service providers with new challenges. A new publication by AUMA and fwd: offers guidance.

The ‘Better Stands’ initiative is placing greater emphasis on the reusability of exhibition stands.

A new industry programme supports event companies in obtaining certification for sustainable event management.

The new energy-sharing regulations, which have been in force since the beginning of June, allow locally generated solar power to be shared directly and open up new opportunities for operators of large industrial rooftops.

Those who adopt reusable standards at an early stage could secure a competitive edge in future tenders and sustainability-focused projects.

Event agencies, trade fair organisers and caterers must prepare for more comprehensive sustainability reporting requirements.